Social Worker - Birth to Settled Adulthood Service Location: Dorchester (North Dorset) Contract: Locum (Maternity Cover) Pay: £38-£42 per hour Connect2Socialwork are recruiting on behalf of Dorset Council for an experienced Social Worker to join their Birth to Settled Adulthood Service on a locum basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to support children and young people aged 0-25 with disabilities, working across key developmental stages and making a real impact on outcomes for families across North Dorset. The Role You will manage a varied caseload across the full spectrum of children's social work, including: Early Help Child in Need Child Protection Children in Care You will also work closely with Preparation for Adulthood (PfA) colleagues, supporting young people and their families to plan for the future, explore opportunities, and achieve positive long-term outcomes. About the Team You'll be joining a supportive, multi-disciplinary team made up of: Social Workers Paediatric Occupational Therapists Best Start in Life Advisers Family Workers Strong collaboration and multi-agency working are central to this team's success, with a real focus on delivering high-quality, holistic support. Requirements Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration Proven experience within children's services Experience in disability services desirable Strong partnership and multi-agency working skills Ability to manage a diverse caseload independently Access to a vehicle essential (due to rural location) Why Work with Connect2Socialwork? Competitive pay rates Dedicated consultant with extensive sector knowledge Access to opportunities with forward-thinking local authorities Ongoing support throughout your assignment Apply today with Connect2Socialwork. To apply for this role or to discuss the opportunity in confidence, please contact Lisa Hallinan at Connect2socialwork Email: lisa.hallinan@csltd.org.uk Phone: 07783171532 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.