Job Introduction
Starting salary for this role is £44,075 or £48,226 (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.
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Qualified Social Worker Level 2 & 3
Location – Hybrid and Civic Centre Bournemouth, BH2 6DY.
Salary – Level 2 £44,075 and Level 3 £48,226
Contract – Full time Permanent – 37 hrs
As a valued member of our SAFeR hub, you’ll be well supported to deliver the BCP’s vision to support people to achieve the outcomes that matter to them in their life.
We’re seeking a qualified social worker who has a passion for Safeguarding Adults to work in our Safeguarding Adults First Response Hub.
You’ll have the opportunity to hybrid work as well as collaborate with colleagues in person at the Civic Centre in Bournemouth.
Main Responsibilities -
- Minimum L2 social worker role profile. Attached to application.
- To work as a Social Worker within the Safeguarding Adults First Response Team (SaFeR), under the Safeguarding Adults Statutory Service (SASS).
- To screen, triage and make decisions in regard to Concerns and Decisions that come via the Adult Social Care Hub.
- To identify if the information received constitutes a S42 enquiry under the definitions of the Care Act. or to signpost to other agencies or teams within BCP Council.
- To work as part of a team of Social Workers, Social Care Practitioners, and other professionals, delivering high quality relationship and strengths-based interventions to people and families.
- To manage a workload of people within our statutory, legal and policy frameworks, professional standards (Social Work England) and our practice standards.
- To work in partnership with people, families, and colleagues across the system to contribute to the delivery and development of the high-quality services provided by Adult Social Care.
- To work in a way that is consistent with our corporate standards, priorities, strategy, values, and behaviours.
The Ideal Candidate –
Extensive working knowledge of Making Safeguarding Personal and undertaking work within S42 of the Care Act. Qualified Social Worker (see list of accepted qualifications below) and registered with Social Work England (or awaiting registration)
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Relevant placement or occupational experience |
Experience of working within a social care setting |
How to apply -
To apply, please read the Job Description and then complete the application form, evidencing how you meet our listed core essential criteria, including your social work qualification and registration number.
If you wish to have an informal discussion about the role, please contact Team Manager Amanda Boenke 01202 454989, Service Manager Rebecca Malone 01202 118496 or Robert Murray 01202 456837.
Closing date : 20th June 2026
Interview date : 29th & 30th June 2026
Please note, this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship and we can only consider applicants with existing right to work in the UK.
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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.
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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.
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DBS
BCP Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the community and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. Applicants to this post will be required to complete the appropriate level of Disclosure & Barring Service Check. Please refer to the Role Profile for more details.
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