This is an opportunity for an experienced Social Worker to join a recently established Birth to Settled Adulthood Service, working with young people and their families to support them as they approach adulthood.
You will be part of a team working in a strength’s based multi-disciplinary way across health, social care, SEND and education. The role has a focus on preparation for adulthoodfrom the age of 14 to 25 years. You will be completing preparation for adulthood plans with young people and their families/carers as well as undertaking Care Act assessments and planning for adulthood for young people including activities such as completing MCA assessments/ Best Interest meetings.
You will also take a role in supporting colleagues with all aspects of preparation for adulthood work such as developing independence across all ages. You will be part of a peer group of professionals who are committed to proactively supporting Dorset young people and their families to achieve a smooth transition in a prepared and informed way without any gaps.
About You
We are looking for someone who is an excellent communicatorwith a strong sense of professional curiosity and good decision-making skills. Although experience in adult work would be beneficial if you have transferable skills and a desire to learn this post could be for you!
Further Information
For further information please contact Ceri David on 01308 426042.
This role will cover all of Dorset. Your base can be agreed depending on where you live and what works for you with an opportunity for Hybrid working.
This post involves working with children and/or vulnerable adults and/or having access to significant information about them. It will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check. See our policy on the employment of ex-offenders.
See our policy on safeguarding children and young people.
See our adult safeguarding policy.
You Must
* have a degree in social work
* be registered with Social Work England
* be able to fulfil the travel requirements of the post
All social workers who qualified after September 2012 need to:
* undertake the assessed and supported year in employment (ASYE)
* meet the expected standards during the ASYE period
The ASYE scheme is required unless you can prove that you meet the standards laid out in the professional capabilities’ framework.
About Us
At Dorset Council, we are working together to create a fairer, more prosperous, and more sustainable Dorset for everyone, now and in the future.
We
* provide essential services that support over 380,000 residents
* work in partnership to make a real difference
* value every role and the impact it has on our communities
* support our employees to grow, develop, and thrive
You Will
* be part of a team that works together for a better Dorset
* have access to a range of benefits and support
* have access to range of training opportunities which will help with your personal development and career progression
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation where different skills, perspectives, and backgrounds strengthen both our council and the communities we serve.
We welcome applications from everyone and are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. If you declare a disability and meet the essential criteria for the role, we will offer you an interview. We also want our recruitment process to be accessible. If you need any reasonable adjustments, just let us know on your application.
This role is UK-based, and we will need to confirm your Right to Work as part of the appointment process. We use generic job descriptions and person specifications, so the job title in any attachments may differ from the advert. If needed, we will provide additional details in a context statement.
If you’re passionate about making a difference, we’d love you to join us. #J-18808-Ljbffr