Social Worker – Child Protection
Location: Dorset - Blandford
Pay: Up to £38 per hour
Contract: Full-time Locum
Are you an experienced Social Worker seeking a role where your work truly makes a difference? Join the Child Protection Team in Dorset and play a vital part in safeguarding children and supporting families in one of the UK’s most scenic coastal counties.
What You'll Be Doing:
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Manage a caseload of Child Protection and complex Children in Need cases
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Prepare high-quality reports and attend court as required
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Act as lead practitioner, ensuring child-centred, timely, and effective interventions
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Work collaboratively with adult services, education, and health professionals
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Address extra-familial risks, applying a holistic approach to safeguarding
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Use motivational interviewing techniques to build meaningful relationships with children and families
Requirements:
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Qualified Social Worker (BA/MA Social Work, DipSW, or equivalent)
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Registration with Social Work England
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Enhanced DBS on the update service
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Solid experience in child protection, court work, and multidisciplinary working
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A team player with a positive attitude, resilience, and a commitment to best practice
What’s in It for You:
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Competitive locum rate of up to £38/hr
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Access to regular training and development, including motivational interviewing
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Supportive and collaborative team culture
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Opportunity to work in a stunning coastal location with a strong community focus
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Be part of a service that prioritises kindness, child safety, and staff wellbeing
Why Work with Sheldon Phillips?
We take a no-pressure, people-first approach to recruitment. This is your career, and we’re here to help you find the role that’s right for you—not just what works for us.
To apply or find out more, contact Fred Thomas on
01635 226350 - Know someone perfect for this role? Refer them and receive a £300 bonus when we place them (terms apply).
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