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Family Help Social Worker

Dorset Council

Herringston, DorchesterView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)

Salary

£40,444 to £51,928

Contract

Contract

Hours

Full time

Closing date

Not specified

In plain English

What this job actually involves

The role supports families in Dorchester, helping children stay safe and thrive. You’ll assess needs, plan help and work with other services. It suits caring people who like building relationships and solving problems.

What you'll need

  • A degree in Social Work or equivalent qualification
  • Registration with the HCPC as a Social Worker
  • Experience working with families or children
  • Good communication and listening skills

How to boost your chances

  • Highlight any family‑focused work in your CV
  • Prepare examples of safeguarding or support cases for interview
  • Check you have a recent DBS check or can obtain one
  • Read Dorset Council’s values to show you fit their culture

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Job description

Outstanding Children’s Services | Leading Families First Practice. If you want to practise social work where relationships come before process, Dorset offers that environment. Dorset Council is rated Outstanding by Ofsted, with inspectors recognising strong and stable leadership, a confident workforce and children receiving timely help that makes a meaningful difference. Practitioners told Ofsted they feel valued, supervision is reflective and leaders understand frontline practice. We helped sh…

How to apply

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Provenance

Source

Adzuna

First seen

6 October 2026

Last checked

12 October 2026

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About the employer

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Dorset Council

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