Social worker Work, Jobs in Bournemouth (with Salaries)

Consultant Social Worker
BCP Council —Bournemouth
- From £44,075 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Mentoring
- Communication skills
Family Support Worker
WillisPalmer —Bournemouth
- £16 an hour
- Night shift
- Microsoft Word
- Working with children
- Bachelor's degree
Quick apply
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Social Worker Level 3
BCP Council —Bournemouth
- £48,226 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Childcare
- Care plans
Trainee High Intensity (CBT) Therapist
Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust —Poole
- £39,959 - £48,117 a year
- Full-time
- University
- IT
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Support Youth Worker
The Separated Child Foundation —Bournemouth
- £16 an hour
- Part-time
- Working with children
- Mentoring
- In-person
Quick apply
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Experienced Social Worker
Wiltshire Council —Salisbury
- £45,841 - £48,036 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
Children's Residential Support Worker - Therapeutic parent
Glow Futures —Parkstone
- £32,093 - £36,096 a year
- Part-time
- Childcare
- Care experience
- Working with children
- Free parking
- Paid training
Quick apply
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Family Support Worker
Aspirations Academies Trust —Bournemouth
- £25,634 - £27,807 a year
- Part-time
- Working with children
- In-person
- School
Quick apply
Youth Development Worker - Renal
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust —Southampton
- £32,073 - £39,043 a year
- Weekend availability
- Hybrid work
- Travel
- Time management
- Flexible schedule
Social Worker (Level 1,2,3) - Community Mental Health Team (Bmth West) - Part Time 20 hours per week
BCP Council —Bournemouth
- £38,220 - £48,226 a year
- Part-time
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Travel
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Occupational Therapy Assistant (ASC)
BCP Council —Poole
- £32,061 - £34,434 a year
- Computer literacy
- Travel
- Care plans
4d
Children's Social Workers - Level 2/3 - CHAD Team
BCP Council —Bournemouth
- £44,075 - £48,226 a year
- Full-time
- Analysis skills
- Travel
- Mentoring
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Social Worker - Level 2
BCP Council —Bournemouth
- From £44,075 a year
- Call to connect
10d
Children's Social Workers - Level 2/3 - PLO and Court Team
BCP Council —Bournemouth
- £44,075 - £53,460 a year
- Part-time
- Analysis skills
- Travel
- Mentoring
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
2d
Social Worker - Inpatient and Forensic Community LD Team
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust —Totton
- £39,959 - £48,117 a year
- Part-time
- Master's degree
- Supervising experience
- Presentation skills
Social Worker
Hampshire County Council —Totton
- £40,643 - £51,827 a year
- Hybrid work
- Travel
- Mentoring
- Communication skills
- Relocation assistance
- Annual leave
Children's Social Workers - Level 2/3 - Children and Families First Team
BCP Council —Bournemouth
- £44,075 - £53,460 a year
- Part-time
- Analysis skills
- Travel
- Mentoring
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
2d
Children's Social Workers - Level 2/3 - Children in Care Team
BCP Council —Bournemouth
- £44,075 - £53,460 a year
- Part-time
- Analysis skills
- Travel
- Mentoring
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
2d
Healthcare Support Worker - Forensic services
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust —Totton
- £25,760 - £27,476 a year
- Part-time
Children's Social Workers - Level 2/3 - Assessment Team
BCP Council —Bournemouth
- £44,075 - £53,460 a year
- Part-time
- Analysis skills
- Travel
- Mentoring
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
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Consultant Social Worker

BCP Council -
Bournemouth

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Job details

Full-time
From £44,075 a year

Qualifications

Social work
Quality assurance
Mentoring
Social Work England
Communication skills

Full job description

Job Introduction

Starting salary for this role is £44,075 (pro rata for part-time colleagues)

This role sits within a well defined pay band, offering clear progression as you grow your career at BCP. Without exception all new starters begin at the entry point of the band, ensuring fairness and consistency across the organisation. Be part of a forward thinking workplace where you’re supported to grow and you can truly #BeTheDifference at BCP.

Internal colleagues are also normally appointed at the bottom of the band, unless moving within the same profession and skill level, where the pay band is the same they can be appointed to the existing pay point.

Learn more in our ‘More than just a job’ brochure on our careers site.

At BCP Council, inclusion is more than a promise – it’s how we work.

Consultant Social Worker

People & Culture – Social Care Workforce Development Team
Hours: Full-time (37 hours) or part-time considered – please state your preference in your application
Location: BCP Council / Hybrid working
Salary: £44,075

Are you ready to take your next step in social work?

We are offering a fantastic opportunity to develop both personally and professionally within a highly supportive and knowledgeable team. You’ll be encouraged to grow your expertise in practice development, quality assurance, and continuous improvement, while staying aligned with current legislation, best practice, and innovative ways of working. You’ll be joining a service built on strong values around inclusion, equality, and strengths-based practice.

About the Role

As a Consultant Social Worker, you will play an important role in supporting workforce development and enhancing professional practice across Adult and Children’s Social Care, with a primary focus on the adult workforce.

Working as part of a collaborative team, you will contribute to the delivery of the People & Culture Strategy and support the implementation of workforce development priorities. You will help design and deliver high-quality, evidence-informed learning and work alongside colleagues and partners to support continuous improvement in practice.

Key Responsibilities

Promote and model good social work values, knowledge and evidence-informed practice
Support the design and delivery of learning opportunities, including workshops, reflective spaces and development activities
Support practitioners and managers, through methods such as coaching and mentoring, to create and develop a culture of continuous learning and development
Contribute to blended learning approaches, working in partnership with key stakeholders including Higher Education Institutions (HEIs)
Use feedback, audit findings and workforce insights to support learning needs analysis
Work collaboratively with the Principal Social Workers, Heads of Service and wider stakeholders
Contribute to projects aligned to workforce development priorities

Why Join the Workforce Development Team?

You will be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team that:

Works across Adult and Children’s Social Care to support whole-system workforce development
Helps shape and improve the quality and consistency of social work practice
Values evidence-informed practice, innovation and continuous learning
Offers high-quality supervision, development opportunities and support
Promotes flexibility, collaboration and professional growth

What We’re Looking For

Registered with Social Work England with relevant frontline experience
Good understanding of current legislation, policy and practice, particularly within Adult Social Care
Experience of supporting others through mentoring, coaching or practice support
Practice Educator qualification (or willingness to work towards)
Ability to reflect on practice and support the development of others
Strong communication, facilitation and partnership working skills
Commitment to continuous learning and improving practice

Additional Information

Enhanced DBS check required
Flexible working arrangements are supported
The role will involve working across BCP Council and with partner organisations
Interviews will be held on Tuesday 18 August 2026

Interested?

If you are looking to broaden your impact and contribute to the development of high-quality social work practice across BCP Council, we would love to hear from you.

In your application, please outline your interest in the role and how your skills, experience and career journey have prepared you for this opportunity. You may also wish to highlight what appeals to you about the role and how you would contribute to its aims.

For an informal discussion, please contact Melissa Tettenborn, Workforce Development Manager, [email protected]

Please note: This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must have an existing right to work in the UK.

We’re committed to providing a fully inclusive recruitment process ensuring every candidate and colleague has the support and reasonable adjustments they need to thrive.

From the moment you apply, through the recruitment process and throughout your career with us, we’ll be here to listen and provide the help and support you need.

It’s why we’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer – and why you can trust that we’ll always do our best to make your experience positive and accessible.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know when you apply or contact us directly – we’re here to help. For further information on the accessibility support we can offer please see here: Preparing for your interview | Working for BCP

About BCP Council

BCP Council provides services to a diverse community of 400,000 residents and employs more than 5,000 people. Our area includes over 15 miles of beautiful world-renowned coastline. We can offer career defining roles to transform and improve services. By working with us, you can help deliver a vision of a thriving, world-class, prosperous and inclusive place for generations to come.

Our Benefits

A Place to Thrive – Join BCP Council

At BCP Council, we’re not just building a workforce— we’re transforming how we recognise and reward our people.
Check out our attractive enhanced benefits and find out more about the new Pay and Reward package at Employee benefits | Working for BCP

Be the difference - Join an organisation that values you

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social worker jobs in bournemouth

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Family Support Worker

Social Worker Level 3

Trainee High Intensity (CBT) Therapist

Support Youth Worker

Experienced Social Worker

Children's Residential Support Worker - Therapeutic parent

Family Support Worker

Youth Development Worker - Renal

Social Worker (Level 1,2,3) - Community Mental Health Team (Bmth West) - Part Time 20 hours per week

Occupational Therapy Assistant (ASC)

Children's Social Workers - Level 2/3 - CHAD Team

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Children's Social Workers - Level 2/3 - Children and Families First Team

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