Social Worker - Children with Disabilities Team

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council

Social Worker – Children with Disabilities Team

Pay Rate: Up to £40.58 per hour
Hours: 37 per week (3 days per week in the office)
Contract: Locum

About the Role

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council is seeking an experienced Social Worker to join its Children with Disabilities (CWD) Team.
This role focuses on supporting children and young people with complex physical, learning, and developmental needs, ensuring they receive the right care, safeguarding, and tailored support packages to help them thrive.

You will work closely with families, schools, health professionals, and multi-agency partners to develop care plans that promote safety, independence, and high-quality outcomes for children and young people.

Key Responsibilities

  • Complete statutory assessments under the Children Act, including Section 17 assessments.
  • Hold and manage a diverse caseload of children with disabilities and complex needs.
  • Work collaboratively with families, education, and health colleagues.
  • Undertake safeguarding work, including Child Protection enquiries where required.
  • Develop, implement, and review care and support plans.
  • Ensure the voice of the child is central to all planning and decision-making.
  • Maintain accurate and timely case recordings and prepare high-quality reports.

Practice Model Used by BCP

BCP embeds a Strengths-Based Practice Model, enhanced through Signs of Safety across its Children’s Services.
This model emphasises:

  • Collaborative work with children and families
  • Building on strengths, protective factors, and natural networks
  • Transparent, clear risk assessments
  • Consistent and reflective supervision
  • Child-centred, relationship-based practice
  • It is a supportive, structured model that enables high-quality decision-making and strong multi-agency partnership working.

Why Bournemouth, Christchurch & Poole Is a Great Place to Live and Work

The BCP area is one of the most desirable regions in the UK — offering an outstanding lifestyle alongside strong professional opportunities:

  • Stunning coastline including Bournemouth Beach, award-winning sandy shores, and beautiful coastal walks.
  • Vibrant town centres with restaurants, cafés, nightlife, and cultural attractions.
  • Picturesque areas like Christchurch and Poole, offering harbourside living and historic charm.
  • Excellent transport links across the South Coast and to London.
  • Strong schools, green open spaces, and access to the New Forest National Park.
  • A supportive local authority focused on stability, staff wellbeing, and service development.
  • It’s a brilliant place to build both your career and your personal lifestyle.

Interested?

To apply, send your CV to:
📧 dmitchell@sheldon-phillips.com

To discuss the role further, call:
📞 07561 805654