Job Introduction
The pay range for this role will be £38,220 – £46,142 Level 1 Social Worker (pro rata for part time colleagues)
We’re looking forward to welcoming new colleagues under this refreshed framework of pay, terms, and conditions. To promote fairness and consistency, all new starters will begin at the bottom of the pay band. This reflects our commitment to equity across the organisation and aligns with the approach taken with existing staff during the transition. While the starting salary is fixed, the role offers excellent scope for growth, meaningful contribution, and being part of a forward-thinking team.
You can also find out more about the new terms and conditions that we are introducing on our careers site on, 'More than just a job' brochure
Joining Our Team
The Poole Adult Community Mental Health Team (CMHT) is looking for a qualified part time Social Worker. The candidate will preferably be a Best Interest Assessor and Safeguarding Adults Practitioner, or must be willing to undertake training. Given the nature of this role it is a requirement for applicants to hold the necessary professional qualification, and registration to practice as a Social Worker in the UK through Social Work England.
The CMHT support adults of working age (18 – 65) in the Poole area who have a serious and enduring mental illness. The team are based at Alderney Hospital in Poole and Social Work staff cover the Poole area.
What you can expect to be doing
You will work alongside a multi-disciplinary team of skilled and experienced professionals carrying out holistic, assessments of need and support, coupled with care and support planning and reviewing packages of care.
The successful candidate will need to have demonstrable experience, or keen interest, in working within a specialist service with knowledge of application of the Care Act, Mental Capacity Act and Mental Health Act.
We are committed to working within a strengths-based model and as such continue to work within the principles of Fulfilling Lives in meeting our duties within the Care Act.
There is a commitment from the team, and management, to person well being and we offer a number of opportunities to support development such as high-quality reflective supervision and peer reflection.
For an informal discussion regarding the role please contact Francesca Hetherington on 01202 123693 / 01202 305062.
Flexibility
We can offer opportunities for flexible working such as part-time or compressed hours (though you may need to work some unsocial hours, depending on your contract), and can consider the best location for you as we have hubs across Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. We also support an element of home working as part of our agile hybrid model.
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, word-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.
From 1 December 2025, we’re proud to introduce a new Pay and Reward package, shaped through close collaboration with our trade union partners. This marks a significant step forward in how we recognise and reward our colleagues, reflecting our commitment to creating a modern, inclusive, and supportive workplace.
Our enhanced offer includes fair and transparent pay, modernised terms and conditions, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to attract and retain talented individuals. Whether it’s flexible working, wellbeing support, or opportunities for career progression, our new approach puts people first- we’re excited to welcome new colleagues into a Council that’s evolving to meet the needs of both our workforce and our communities.
Check out our attractive enhanced benefits and find out more about the new Pay and Reward package at (Employee benefits | Working for BCP link to careers page)
Be the difference - Join an organisation that values you
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Please note, this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship and we can only consider applicants with existing right to work in the UK.
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 Job Description or Role Profile for more details.
