Social Worker Looked After Children Service Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council £42 per hour Hybrid Working Locum Opportunity Key Highlights £42 per hour Looked After Children Service Hybrid and flexible working arrangements Stable and supportive management team Excellent opportunity to work within a progressive local authority An exciting locum opportunity has arisen for an experienced Social Worker to join the Looked After Children Service within Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council. The successful candidate will support children in care to achieve stability, permanence, and positive outcomes. About the Authority BCP Council is committed to providing high-quality services for children and families and has invested heavily in creating a supportive environment for practitioners. The authority promotes professional development, reflective supervision, and collaborative working across services. Key Responsibilities Managing a caseload of children and young people subject to care orders. Undertaking statutory visits and ensuring care plans remain outcome-focused and child-centred. Working alongside foster carers, residential providers, schools, and health professionals. Progressing permanence planning including adoption, long-term fostering, and Special Guardianship Orders. Completing assessments, care plans, and court reports as required. Supporting young people through transitions and pathway planning. Participating in looked after reviews and multi-agency ..... full job details .....