11 Family Support Worker jobs in Dorset

Job Title: Qualified Social Worker - Supported Lodgings (Fostering)

Location: Dorchester (Dorset)

Contract Type: Temporary, FT. 37 hours

Salary: 38.00 per hour

Type: Hybrid/Remote working

About Us:

Connect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities into the Council. Our service is built on our values of ethical, trustworthy, and caring, and 50% of our profits are returned directly to Dorset Council for investment in frontline services.

About the Role/Responsibilities:

This role is crucial for delivering a highly effective Children's Social Care Service for Dorset and focuses on recruiting, assessing, and supervising supported lodgings providers, ensuring young people in Dorset have a safe and nurturing environment as they transition to independent living.

You'll be responsible for:

• Provider Recruitment & Assessment: Using evidence-based practices to assess potential supported lodgings providers. This includes responding to initial enquiries, conducting home visits, and helping with information sessions as part of an active recruitment campaign.
• Caseload Management & Support: Managing your own caseload, providing supervision to approved providers, and supporting their work with young people. You'll ensure timely responses to enquiries and submit reports, assessments, and plans within set timescales.
• Quality Assurance & Compliance: Maintaining accurate records and contributing to tracking statistics for senior management. You'll also adhere to the codes of conduct set by Social Work England and uphold best practices in children's social care.
• Professional Standards: Demonstrating competence in all areas of the Professional Capabilities Framework (PCF) at the Social Worker level and the Knowledge and Skills Statement (KSS) for approved child and family practitioners.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Enhanced DBS for Children's and Adults (we can obtain for you)
• Eligibility to work in the UK
• SWE (HCPC) Registered
• Degree in Social Work (or equivalent)
• 3 years post qualified experience within the UK
• Have access to a car and be willing to travel
• Experience in fostering recruitment related activity.
• Experience in recruiting and assessing foster carers, completing Form F assessments and taking prospective carers to Fostering Panel.
• Demonstrable experience of working within the framework of the Children Act 1989, Care Planning Regulations 2010, Fostering Regulations 2011, National Minimum Standards and other relevant legislation, Statutory guidance, Standards and Procedures.
• Knowledge and experience in the application of relevant theoretical frameworks, practice models, research findings and the application of psychological and human development theories.

Benefits

500 welcome bonus (paid after 12 weeks), Dorset Council has ample onsite parking, with the opportunity for role progression and training for both permanent and temporary staff within the authority as well as competitive rate of pay

Please do not hesitate to contact our dedicated recruitment team if you have any questions, or feel you have the requirements to fulfil this post. We offer a 500.00 referral bonus to anyone who is successfully placed in a new role.

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Connect2Dorset is a trading style of Dorset & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Dorset Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dorset is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Job Title: Qualified Social Worker - Supported Lodgings (Fostering)

Location: Dorchester (Dorset)

Contract Type: Temporary, FT. 37 hours

Salary: 38.00 per hour

Type: Hybrid/Remote working

About Us:

Connect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities into the Council. Our service is built on our values of ethical, trustworthy, and caring, and 50% of our profits are returned directly to Dorset Council for investment in frontline services.

About the Role/Responsibilities:

This role is crucial for delivering a highly effective Children's Social Care Service for Dorset and focuses on recruiting, assessing, and supervising supported lodgings providers, ensuring young people in Dorset have a safe and nurturing environment as they transition to independent living.

You'll be responsible for:

• Provider Recruitment & Assessment: Using evidence-based practices to assess potential supported lodgings providers. This includes responding to initial enquiries, conducting home visits, and helping with information sessions as part of an active recruitment campaign.
• Caseload Management & Support: Managing your own caseload, providing supervision to approved providers, and supporting their work with young people. You'll ensure timely responses to enquiries and submit reports, assessments, and plans within set timescales.
• Quality Assurance & Compliance: Maintaining accurate records and contributing to tracking statistics for senior management. You'll also adhere to the codes of conduct set by Social Work England and uphold best practices in children's social care.
• Professional Standards: Demonstrating competence in all areas of the Professional Capabilities Framework (PCF) at the Social Worker level and the Knowledge and Skills Statement (KSS) for approved child and family practitioners.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Enhanced DBS for Children's and Adults (we can obtain for you)
• Eligibility to work in the UK
• SWE (HCPC) Registered
• Degree in Social Work (or equivalent)
• 3 years post qualified experience within the UK
• Have access to a car and be willing to travel
• Experience in fostering recruitment related activity.
• Experience in recruiting and assessing foster carers, completing Form F assessments and taking prospective carers to Fostering Panel.
• Demonstrable experience of working within the framework of the Children Act 1989, Care Planning Regulations 2010, Fostering Regulations 2011, National Minimum Standards and other relevant legislation, Statutory guidance, Standards and Procedures.
• Knowledge and experience in the application of relevant theoretical frameworks, practice models, research findings and the application of psychological and human development theories.

Benefits

500 welcome bonus (paid after 12 weeks), Dorset Council has ample onsite parking, with the opportunity for role progression and training for both permanent and temporary staff within the authority as well as competitive rate of pay

Please do not hesitate to contact our dedicated recruitment team if you have any questions, or feel you have the requirements to fulfil this post. We offer a 500.00 referral bonus to anyone who is successfully placed in a new role.

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Connect2Dorset is a trading style of Dorset & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Dorset Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dorset is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

We have an exciting opportunity for two qualified social workers to join our Fostering Post-Approval team at Dorset Council .

Our Fostering Post-Approval team provides vital support and supervision to our approved foster carers. We're proud to have dedicated funding that helps us support our carers and the children in their care, and provides excellent training opportunities for our team.

We also manage the Duty system, working closely with the Placements Team to ensure children are placed with the most suitable foster carers.

Our service includes several specialist schemes, such as:

• Family Link carers for children with disabilities.
• Resilience carers for young people transitioning from residential care.
• Parent and Child carers for parents and their babies.
• Alongside our other mainstream carers who provide crucial support.

Notably, approximately a third of our carers are kinship connected carers , playing a vital role in our fostering community.

Do you have experience in any of these areas, or a strong knowledge of fostering, and are eager to expand your expertise? Are you able to demonstrate creativity and initiative in supporting our carers to look after Dorset's most vulnerable children and young people?

In this role, you'll be at the heart of providing practical and social work support for children and families within the fostering service. Your day-to-day activities will include:

This role will involve; supporting with one of our Mockingbird Constellations and supporting with our Supported Lodgings Service.

• Visiting children and their families to offer support and guidance.
• Carrying out interventions to address specific issues.
• Reviewing the work you've done to ensure its effectiveness.
• Engaging in direct work with children and families to build strong, supportive relationships.
• Performing any other tasks identified as necessary to support the well-being of children.

All your efforts will be grounded in best evidence and good practice, always prioritising the best interests of the children in Dorset.

You are a qualified social worker, Social Work England registered , with a passion for meeting the needs of children in foster care.

You thrive in a team environment, working closely with colleagues within the Fostering Service and our wider Children's Services to achieve positive outcomes for children and young people.

You will provide support and supervision to foster carers, ensuring adherence to the National Minimum Standards and Fostering Regulations.

You actively invest in the team's life, developing strong working relationships, respecting others' strengths, celebrating differences, and seeking solutions together.

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families in Dorset? Join us and be part of a team dedicated to creating positive change!

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate. It is also a regulated activity and will be subject to a Barred List check.

At Dorset Council, children, young people, and families are at the heart of all we do - in every decision we make and every action we take. Our mission is driven by the unwavering commitment to achieving the best outcomes for them.

Our workforce is our most valuable asset and is pivotal to making the services and support we offer to children, young people, and families who need us to be the absolute best we can be.

We value our colleagues and empower them to be able to do the best job of their lives every single day, working in a culture of support and kindness where achievements are celebrated and creativity is very much welcomed.

At Dorset Council, equality, diversity, and inclusion are integral to us and in everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and thrive in our organisation. We are a Disability Confident employer and have a commitment to care leavers, who we guarantee an interview if they meet the essential criteria.

Join our dedicated team and be a part of an organisation where your work makes a real difference to the lives of children and families in Dorset.

Connect2Dorset is a trading style of Dorset & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Dorset Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dorset is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

We have an exciting opportunity for two qualified social workers to join our Fostering Post-Approval team at Dorset Council .

Our Fostering Post-Approval team provides vital support and supervision to our approved foster carers. We're proud to have dedicated funding that helps us support our carers and the children in their care, and provides excellent training opportunities for our team.

We also manage the Duty system, working closely with the Placements Team to ensure children are placed with the most suitable foster carers.

Our service includes several specialist schemes, such as:

• Family Link carers for children with disabilities.
• Resilience carers for young people transitioning from residential care.
• Parent and Child carers for parents and their babies.
• Alongside our other mainstream carers who provide crucial support.

Notably, approximately a third of our carers are kinship connected carers , playing a vital role in our fostering community.

Do you have experience in any of these areas, or a strong knowledge of fostering, and are eager to expand your expertise? Are you able to demonstrate creativity and initiative in supporting our carers to look after Dorset's most vulnerable children and young people?

In this role, you'll be at the heart of providing practical and social work support for children and families within the fostering service. Your day-to-day activities will include:

This role will involve; supporting with one of our Mockingbird Constellations and supporting with our Supported Lodgings Service.

• Visiting children and their families to offer support and guidance.
• Carrying out interventions to address specific issues.
• Reviewing the work you've done to ensure its effectiveness.
• Engaging in direct work with children and families to build strong, supportive relationships.
• Performing any other tasks identified as necessary to support the well-being of children.

All your efforts will be grounded in best evidence and good practice, always prioritising the best interests of the children in Dorset.

You are a qualified social worker, Social Work England registered , with a passion for meeting the needs of children in foster care.

You thrive in a team environment, working closely with colleagues within the Fostering Service and our wider Children's Services to achieve positive outcomes for children and young people.

You will provide support and supervision to foster carers, ensuring adherence to the National Minimum Standards and Fostering Regulations.

You actively invest in the team's life, developing strong working relationships, respecting others' strengths, celebrating differences, and seeking solutions together.

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families in Dorset? Join us and be part of a team dedicated to creating positive change!

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate. It is also a regulated activity and will be subject to a Barred List check.

At Dorset Council, children, young people, and families are at the heart of all we do - in every decision we make and every action we take. Our mission is driven by the unwavering commitment to achieving the best outcomes for them.

Our workforce is our most valuable asset and is pivotal to making the services and support we offer to children, young people, and families who need us to be the absolute best we can be.

We value our colleagues and empower them to be able to do the best job of their lives every single day, working in a culture of support and kindness where achievements are celebrated and creativity is very much welcomed.

At Dorset Council, equality, diversity, and inclusion are integral to us and in everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and thrive in our organisation. We are a Disability Confident employer and have a commitment to care leavers, who we guarantee an interview if they meet the essential criteria.

Join our dedicated team and be a part of an organisation where your work makes a real difference to the lives of children and families in Dorset.

Connect2Dorset is a trading style of Dorset & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Dorset Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dorset is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

We have an exciting opportunity for two qualified social workers to join our Fostering Post-Approval team at Dorset Council .

Our Fostering Post-Approval team provides vital support and supervision to our approved foster carers. We're proud to have dedicated funding that helps us support our carers and the children in their care, and provides excellent training opportunities for our team.

We also manage the Duty system, working closely with the Placements Team to ensure children are placed with the most suitable foster carers.

Our service includes several specialist schemes, such as:

• Family Link carers for children with disabilities.
• Resilience carers for young people transitioning from residential care.
• Parent and Child carers for parents and their babies.
• Alongside our other mainstream carers who provide crucial support.

Notably, approximately a third of our carers are kinship connected carers , playing a vital role in our fostering community.

Do you have experience in any of these areas, or a strong knowledge of fostering, and are eager to expand your expertise? Are you able to demonstrate creativity and initiative in supporting our carers to look after Dorset's most vulnerable children and young people?

In this role, you'll be at the heart of providing practical and social work support for children and families within the fostering service. Your day-to-day activities will include:

This role will involve; supporting with one of our Mockingbird Constellations and supporting with our Supported Lodgings Service.

• Visiting children and their families to offer support and guidance.
• Carrying out interventions to address specific issues.
• Reviewing the work you've done to ensure its effectiveness.
• Engaging in direct work with children and families to build strong, supportive relationships.
• Performing any other tasks identified as necessary to support the well-being of children.

All your efforts will be grounded in best evidence and good practice, always prioritising the best interests of the children in Dorset.

You are a qualified social worker, Social Work England registered , with a passion for meeting the needs of children in foster care.

You thrive in a team environment, working closely with colleagues within the Fostering Service and our wider Children's Services to achieve positive outcomes for children and young people.

You will provide support and supervision to foster carers, ensuring adherence to the National Minimum Standards and Fostering Regulations.

You actively invest in the team's life, developing strong working relationships, respecting others' strengths, celebrating differences, and seeking solutions together.

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families in Dorset? Join us and be part of a team dedicated to creating positive change!

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore subject to an enhanced DBS certificate. It is also a regulated activity and will be subject to a Barred List check.

At Dorset Council, children, young people, and families are at the heart of all we do - in every decision we make and every action we take. Our mission is driven by the unwavering commitment to achieving the best outcomes for them.

Our workforce is our most valuable asset and is pivotal to making the services and support we offer to children, young people, and families who need us to be the absolute best we can be.

We value our colleagues and empower them to be able to do the best job of their lives every single day, working in a culture of support and kindness where achievements are celebrated and creativity is very much welcomed.

At Dorset Council, equality, diversity, and inclusion are integral to us and in everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and thrive in our organisation. We are a Disability Confident employer and have a commitment to care leavers, who we guarantee an interview if they meet the essential criteria.

Join our dedicated team and be a part of an organisation where your work makes a real difference to the lives of children and families in Dorset.

Connect2Dorset is a trading style of Dorset & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Dorset Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dorset is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Job Title: Fostering Social Worker (Assessment Team)

Location: Dorchester (Hybrid/Remote)

Contract Type: Temporary

Salary: 38.00 per hour

About Us

Connect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities into the Council. Our service is built on our values of ethical, trustworthy, and caring, and our profits are returned to our Local Authority shareholders.

About the Role

You will be joining a well-structured and organised team of around 30 individuals who are looking to grow the staffing levels. The role offers flexible working hours and has a supportive team culture with regular supervision on cases. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced and supportive team within Dorset Council.

The team are involved in Mainstream assessment and post approval support. Kinship assessments (including Reg 24/Fostering/Special guardianship). Supported Lodgings assessment and support. Staying Put Run the Mockingbird model.

Day to day activities

• You will plan own diary.
• Full team meeting once a month and assessment team meeting once a month
• Take turn in duty rota.
• Role will be to complete approx. 4 kinship (fostering/SGO) through to completion to work between home and office

Required Experience and Qualifications

• 3 years post qualification experience within UK
• Enhanced Childrens & Adults DBS/CRB (we can obtain for you)
• Eligibility to work in the UK
• SWE Registered
• Degree in Social Work (or equivalent)
• Fulfil the travel requirements of the role
• Experience in Fostering and SG assessments
• Experience of Assessing Kinship Carers by way of fostering and Special Guardianship
• familiarity of Coram Baaf forms
• Experience of fostering post approval work.

Benefits

We have ample onsite parking with the opportunity for role progression and training for both perm and temporary staff within the authority. Competitive pay rate offered.

Please do not hesitate to contact our dedicated recruitment team if you have any questions or feel you have the requirements to fulfil this post. We offer a 250.00 referral bonus to anyone who is successfully placed in a new role.

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Connect2Dorset is a trading style of Dorset & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Dorset Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dorset is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Connect2SocialWork are looking for Social Workers to join a Child Protection Team in Dorset.

Duties include:

• delivering statutory services in line with the Children Act 1989 and relevant legislation
• undertaking assessments of children's needs and developing effective, timely plans
• promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children through direct work and support
• working in partnership with families to build resilience and reduce the need for ongoing intervention
• preparing high-quality reports for court and other professional settings
• chairing multi-agency meetings to review and progress plans
• keeping accurate and up-to-date records using our case management system
• working closely with the Lead Family Help Practitioner to provide expert child protection input
• undertaking specialist assessments once training has been completed

Requirements as a Social Worker include:

• SWE Registration
• Eligible to work in the UK
• Drive and have access to a car
• Post-qualified experience
• Degree level or equivalent in Social Work

Benefits of working for Connect2SocialWork:

• Free DBS and compliance service
• Access to a wide range of roles nationwide, as well as exclusive roles to C2SW
• Your own dedicated consultant with extensive knowledge
• Work for an agency owned by Kent County Council
• Prompt and reliable payroll system
• "Refer a Friend" bonus - get 500 for each social worker you refer who we successfully place*
• "Warm Welcome" bonus - get 250 when you secure a role through our agency*

If interested in this role or any other, please contact Jack Best on (phone number removed) or email a CV to (url removed)

All posts are subject to satisfactory DBS check and references. *Terms and conditions apply.

Connect2Socialwork is a trading style of Commercial Services Trading LTD - A company wholly owned by Kent County Council. Connect2Socialwork is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Social Worker – Adults Learning Disabilities – BCP Council

Rate: Up to £35 per hour
Location: Bournemouth – BCP Civic Centre
Contract: Locum
Working Pattern: Hybrid (minimum 3 days office-based)

We’re looking for an experienced Social Worker to join Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole Council’s Adults Learning Disabilities Service . You’ll focus on completing reviews, reassessments, carers’ assessments, and support planning for adults with learning disabilities.

You’ll have support from a supervising manager, and all work will go through QA processes. Experience with the Mosaic system is desirable, but training can be provided.

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• Maintain accurate case records (Mosaic training available).

• Work in partnership with carers, families, and multi-agency teams.

• Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration .

• Experience in adult social care or learning disability services.

• Knowledge of Care Act assessments and reviews.

• Enhanced DBS and right to work in the UK.

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• Hybrid role – 3 days per week in the BCP Civic Centre .

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• Supportive, QA-driven service with training opportunities.

Contact Fred Thomas – (phone number removed) or (url removed).

Job Title: Qualified Social Worker - Supported Lodgings (Fostering)

Location: Dorchester (Dorset)

Contract Type: Temporary, FT. 37 hours

Salary: 38.00 per hour

Type: Hybrid/Remote working

About Us:

Connect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities into the Council. Our service is built on our values of ethical, trustworthy, and caring, and 50% of our profits are returned directly to Dorset Council for investment in frontline services.

About the Role/Responsibilities:

This role is crucial for delivering a highly effective Children's Social Care Service for Dorset and focuses on recruiting, assessing, and supervising supported lodgings providers, ensuring young people in Dorset have a safe and nurturing environment as they transition to independent living.

You'll be responsible for:

• Provider Recruitment & Assessment: Using evidence-based practices to assess potential supported lodgings providers. This includes responding to initial enquiries, conducting home visits, and helping with information sessions as part of an active recruitment campaign.
• Caseload Management & Support: Managing your own caseload, providing supervision to approved providers, and supporting their work with young people. You'll ensure timely responses to enquiries and submit reports, assessments, and plans within set timescales.
• Quality Assurance & Compliance: Maintaining accurate records and contributing to tracking statistics for senior management. You'll also adhere to the codes of conduct set by Social Work England and uphold best practices in children's social care.
• Professional Standards: Demonstrating competence in all areas of the Professional Capabilities Framework (PCF) at the Social Worker level and the Knowledge and Skills Statement (KSS) for approved child and family practitioners.
  

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Enhanced DBS for Children's and Adults (we can obtain for you)
• Eligibility to work in the UK
• SWE (HCPC) Registered
• Degree in Social Work (or equivalent)
• 3 years post qualified experience within the UK
• Have access to a car and be willing to travel
• Experience in fostering recruitment related activity.
• Experience in recruiting and assessing foster carers, completing Form F assessments and taking prospective carers to Fostering Panel.
• Demonstrable experience of working within the framework of the Children Act 1989, Care Planning Regulations 2010, Fostering Regulations 2011, National Minimum Standards and other relevant legislation, Statutory guidance, Standards and Procedures.
• Knowledge and experience in the application of relevant theoretical frameworks, practice models, research findings and the application of psychological and human development theories.
  

Benefits

500 welcome bonus (paid after 12 weeks), Dorset Council has ample onsite parking, with the opportunity for role progression and training for both permanent and temporary staff within the authority as well as competitive rate of pay

Please do not hesitate to contact our dedicated recruitment team if you have any questions, or feel you have the requirements to fulfil this post. We offer a 500.00 referral bonus to anyone who is successfully placed in a new role.

(url removed)

(phone number removed)

Connect2Dorset is a trading style of Dorset & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Dorset Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dorset is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.