Connect2Dorset

Job Title: Qualified Social Worker - Supported Lodgings (Fostering) Location: Dorchester (Dorset) Contract Type: Temporary, FT. 37 hours Salary: 38.00 per hour Type: Hybrid/Remote working About Us: Connect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities into the Council. Our service is built on our values of ethical, trustworthy, and caring, and 50% of our profits are returned directly to Dorset Council for investment in frontline services. About the Role/Responsibilities: This role is crucial for delivering a highly effective Children's Social Care Service for Dorset and focuses on recruiting, assessing, and supervising supported lodgings providers, ensuring young people in Dorset have a safe and nurturing environment as they transition to independent living. You'll be responsible for: Provider Recruitment & Assessment: Using evidence-based practices to assess potential supported lodgings providers. This includes responding to initial enquiries, conducting home visits, and helping with information sessions as part of an active recruitment campaign. Caseload Management & Support: Managing your own caseload, providing supervision to approved providers, and supporting their work with young people. You'll ensure timely responses to enquiries and submit reports, assessments, and plans within set timescales. Quality Assurance & Compliance: Maintaining accurate records and contributing to tracking statistics for senior management. You'll also adhere to the codes of conduct set by Social Work England and uphold best practices in children's social care. Professional Standards: Demonstrating competence in all areas of the Professional Capabilities Framework (PCF) at the Social Worker level and the Knowledge and Skills Statement (KSS) for approved child and family practitioners. Required Skills and Qualifications: Enhanced DBS for Children's and Adults (we can obtain for you) Eligibility to work in the UK SWE (HCPC) Registered Degree in Social Work (or equivalent) 3 years post qualified experience within the UK Have access to a car and be willing to travel Experience in fostering recruitment related activity. Experience in recruiting and assessing foster carers, completing Form F assessments and taking prospective carers to Fostering Panel. Demonstrable experience of working within the framework of the Children Act 1989, Care Planning Regulations 2010, Fostering Regulations 2011, National Minimum Standards and other relevant legislation, Statutory guidance, Standards and Procedures. Knowledge and experience in the application of relevant theoretical frameworks, practice models, research findings and the application of psychological and human development theories. Benefits 500 welcome bonus (paid after 12 weeks), Dorset Council has ample onsite parking, with the opportunity for role progression and training for both permanent and temporary staff within the authority as well as competitive rate of pay Please do not hesitate to contact our dedicated recruitment team if you have any questions, or feel you have the requirements to fulfil this post. We offer a 500.00 referral bonus to anyone who is successfully placed in a new role. (url removed) (phone number removed) Connect2Dorset is a trading style of Dorset & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Dorset Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dorset is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Job Title: Birth to Settled Adulthood, Team Manager (Social Work) Location: Dorchester (Dorset) Contract Type: Temporary, FT. 37 hours Salary: 45.00 per hour (umbrella) Type: Hybrid/Remote working About Us: Connect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities into the Council. Our service is built on our values of ethical, trustworthy, and caring, and 50% of our profits are returned directly to Dorset Council for investment in frontline services. Who we are looking for You'll bring leadership experience, a strong understanding of children's social care, and a passion for integrated working. We're looking for someone who can drive change, embed innovative practice and help shape a positive, inclusive culture across the wider Integrated Care System. About the Role This is a rare opportunity to join Dorset Council's Birth to Settled Adulthood (B2SA) Service, where we work with individuals aged 0-25 and their families to help them live safe, fulfilled lives-and support their journey into adulthood. We're looking for an experienced and motivated Team Manager to lead our Chesil locality team. You'll manage a team of 6-8 staff who work directly with disabled children and young people. Your responsibilities will include: keeping children safe and ensuring their voices are heard supporting families through timely, practical help, including access to Short Breaks working closely with SEND services, transition teams and Adults' services to plan for adult life providing reflective supervision and team development, with strong support from Service Managers About the service B2SA is part of our Children's Directorate but works closely across both Children's and Adults' services using a matrix management approach. We're taking a phased approach to integration: Phase 1 focuses on aligning social care practice across Children's and Adults' services Phase 2 aims to strengthen links with health partners for a joined-up experience for families This integrated way of working is key to ensuring smoother transitions, stronger relationships and better outcomes for those we support Required Skills and Qualifications: Enhanced DBS for Children's and Adults (we can obtain for you) Eligibility to work in the UK SWE (HCPC) Registered Degree in Social Work (or equivalent) 3 years permanent post qualified experience within an English Local Authority Have access to a car and be willing to travel Benefits 500 welcome bonus (paid after 12 weeks), Dorset Council has ample onsite parking, with the opportunity for role progression and training for both permanent and temporary staff within the authority as well as competitive rate of pay Please do not hesitate to contact our dedicated recruitment team if you have any questions, or feel you have the requirements to fulfil this post. We offer a 500.00 referral bonus to anyone who is successfully placed in a new role. (url removed) (phone number removed) Connect2Dorset is a trading style of Dorset & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Dorset Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dorset is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

At Connect2Dorset, we're proud to provide temporary, contract and interim opportunities within Dorset Council. We're built on values of ethics, trust and care - with profits going back into our local authority to benefit the community. This is not an IT driven Analyst role. To support the development, management and successful delivery of critical analysis and project management of key projects within Dorset Council's Community Partnerships Transformation Programme. To ensure projects are defined according to customer need and strategic objectives and planning reflects Dorset Council's digital service design approach. To deliver key pieces of policy and business analysis relevant to projects, including report drafting for engagement findings, financial analysis of service devolution and mapping of current service delivery. To manage and mitigate risks, escalating to governance channels such as Programme Board or SLT. To monitor progress and provide evidence that demonstrates achievement against project objectives. Key responsibilities To deliver projects relating to Double Devolution to Town and Parish Councils, Financial provision to Dorset's Voluntary and Community Sector: leading much analysis and activity. To lead on all business case development, bid development for these large and high risk projects. To lead on project and contract management of projects throughout the project life cycle using appropriate project and contract management processes and tools. To lead on evaluating options and establishing project design as projects move from development to delivery. To represent the Council and/or the Council's Transformation Office at events with key stakeholders including our Community Partners. To keep up to date with current relevant policy, practice, and legislation and horizon scan for digital and technological change and analyse how these can best benefit Dorset. To ensure effective control of allocated project and/or service budgets and delivery of high-class services, often to challenging deadlines. Build and manage effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders and partners. To co-ordinate other in-house and external technical colleagues in the delivery of allocated projects and/or services, from inception to completion. To undertake technical activities, in the planning, programming and production of projects or services, working to meet agreed priorities, often under challenging deadlines. To input to financial and administration systems, ensuring accurate data for each allocated project, activity, or task. Where directed, to lead on public consultation, maintaining good relations with other staff and members of the public covering the area of responsibility, and deal effectively with the outcomes where relevant. To lead in meetings with Councillors, businesses, and residents on work related issues, dealing effectively with the outcomes. NB: The duties and responsibilities of this post are not restrictive, and the post holder may be required on occasion to undertake other duties. This will not substantially change the nature of the post. Previous Experience and Qualifications. Previous Business Analyst experience and some Project Management knowledge. Local government experience. To deliver projects relating to Double Devolution to Town and Parish Councils, Financial provision to Dorset's Voluntary and Community Sector: leading much analysis and activity. An understanding of best practice in managing the delivery of projects; to include formal frameworks and methodologies such as PRINCE2, MSP and Agile PM. An awareness of the government's modernisation and transformation agendas and policy strands in digital and adoption of technologies. Experience of motivating and developing relationships with stakeholders and within project teams to achieve objectives. 37 Hours a week HYBRID - Pref 2 days a week on site as Dorset Council, Dorchester. Connect2Dorset is a trading style of Dorset & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Dorset Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dorset is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Hybrid/Remote there could be occasions when you will required to attend meetings at Dorset Council offices in Dorchester. 380 to 450 a day 3 months Outside IR35 Support and undertake aspects of the following. The Commission and Procurement Programme. also identified that to scale up a programme of this nature would require specialist expertise which would not ordinarily be found within an organisation such as a council as there would be little need for these skill in the longer-term service delivery. In addition, the successful candidate has over the years removed those roles which would be able to support such as cost analysts and commercial quality assurance leads. Whilst it is evident that some teams and services could undertake/support the 3rd Party Spend activity it was highly likely that resources would not be able to be made available. It was also noted that this project is time constrained . Investigations, analysis, and the production of a detailed list of opportunities and the activity to secure them within this financial year needs to be completed no later than early/mid December 2025. If this is not achieved it is possible that the in-year savings target would be reduced or worse, not met. There are several considerations which also need to be factored into the process for determining the opportunities to be progressed: Contract content regarding roll-off times, exit strategies etc Internal governance and decision-making Financial reporting periods Cabinet reporting if required 1. Scope Of Works By using external specialist resources there is an opportunity to also more broadly use their skills and expertise to support with the design of the future state commercial architecture and in the upfront design works of identify a programme and its scope which could undertake this, including with income opportunity analysis. This would not be possible with internal resources due to demand and capacity constraints. The proposal as to the scope of work will be to: 3rd Party Spend Undertake direct investigations of areas and/or contracts identified for deeper scrutiny. Assess and make direct recommendations for reducing and/or consolidating 3party spend contract types. Identifying the in-yearcashable savings clearly articulating the route to contract closure and the delivery forecast profile. To support early termination activity. Support with the review, scrutiny and oversight of new emerging contracts. Provide SME advise relating to contract development for new and emerging large contracts. Provide cost analysis and return on investment analysis of contracts. Review and provide quality assurance assessment on contracts and suppliers as directed. Investigate, identify, and capture future-years 3rd party spend reductions and develop savings profile and delivery pipeline. Strengthen & Secure Investigate and review the Councils current approach to frameworks. Identify where framework opportunities exist and work with procurement team to understand alternative options. Support with the standing up, consolidating existing where possible, identifying new opportunities regarding frameworks and other commercial best practice approaches. Make recommendations and support with the identification of tools and guidance which can support our people when undertaking commercial activity. Identity opportunities for better consolidation of work and use of assets to gain maximum value (considering both financial and social value) across the commissioning eco-system including with VCR's etc. Design and develop a robust commercial assessment framework which balances both empirical evidence and data alongside more transitional financial evidence and promotes systems-thinking. Develop the risk appetite and risk assessment approach incl. risks of doing/not doing, national standings and best practice impacts cost translation. The Opening of Opportunities Review the PwC report which identifies a potential 40m savings opportunity and provide framework plan for further investigation. Support in the assessment of Stop/Go/Delay opportunities/decisions aligned to the 3rd Party Spend and broader cross organisational commissioning activity being undertaken within CPP and the wider Council commercial landscape. Proactively identify underperforming contracts and recommendations for reimbursement. Proactively research additional/alternative income sources such as through bids and grants, services charges, and others, which to date have been unable to be fully optimised due to capacity constraints. The outcomes will be required to enable: Consolidation & Standardisation - the design of an end-to-end organisational commissioning and commercial strategy and model that enables transparency and understanding across the eco-system and architecture. Setting of clear standards and policies and evidence led decision making through more robust commercial scrutiny and better use of data. The reduction of errors and the ability to allocate resources more effectively and remove day to day non-essential duties. Spend reduction and income generation - an update to the existing commercial strategy and focus this on alignment with the commissioning model architecture. Strengthened governance and oversight and the putting in place of effective governance and management control processes to drive risk reduction and to reduce costs. Ways of Working - which includes but are not limited to: Governance & Quality Assurance Demand management - the development of demand management strategies, horizon scanning capabilities and trend analysis approaches that can support with resource planning. Futureproofing by undertaking effective demand vs. capacity analysis and enable internal surge capability through cross skilling of people. Connect2Dorset is a trading style of Dorset & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Dorset Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dorset is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Job Title: Qualified Social Worker (Fostering) Location: Dorchester (Dorset) Contract Type: Temporary, FT. 37 hours Salary: £38.00 per hour (umbrella) Type: Hybrid/Remote working About Us: Connect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities into the Council. Our service is built on our values of ethical, trustworthy, and caring, and 50% of our profits are returned directly to Dorset Council for investment in frontline services. About the Role You will be joining a well-structured and organised team of around 30 individuals who are looking to grow the staffing levels. The role offers flexible working hours and has a supportive team culture with regular supervision on cases. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced and supportive team within Dorset Council. The team are involved in Mainstream assessment and post approval support. Kinship assessments (including Reg 24/Fostering/Special guardianship). Supported Lodgings assessment and support. Staying Put Run the Mockingbird model. The successful candidate will also participate in the team duty rota. Required Skills and Qualifications: Enhanced DBS for Children's and Adults (we can obtain for you) Eligibility to work in the UK SWE (HCPC) Registered Degree in Social Work (or equivalent) Minimum 3 years post qualified experience within an English Local Authority Have access to a car and be willing to travel Demonstrable experience of working within the framework of the Children Act 1989, Care Planning Regulations 2010, Fostering Regulations 2011, National Minimum Standards and other relevant legislation, Statutory guidance, Standards and Procedures. Knowledge and experience in the application of relevant theoretical frameworks, practice models, research findings and the application of psychological and human development theories. Benefits £500 welcome bonus (paid after 12 weeks) T&C's apply, Dorset Council has ample onsite parking, with the opportunity for role progression and training for both permanent and temporary staff within the authority as well as competitive rate of pay Please do not hesitate to contact our dedicated recruitment team if you have any questions, or feel you have the requirements to fulfil this post. We offer a £500.00 referral bonus to anyone who is successfully placed in a new role. .co.uk

Job Title: Refuse Loader Location: Blandford Forum Contract Type: Temporary Pay Rate: 13.05 Overview We are seeking a dedicated and reliable Loader to join our team. The Loader will play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient loading and unloading of materials and products, contributing to the smooth operation of our logistics and distribution processes. This position requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety standards. Responsibilities Load and unload materials and products from vehicles, ensuring safe handling practices. Inspect loads for accuracy and ensure that they are securely fastened before transport. Collaborate with team members to optimise loading processes and improve efficiency. Maintain a clean and organised work area, ensuring that all equipment is in good working condition. Report any equipment malfunctions or safety hazards to the supervisor promptly. Skills Mechanical knowledge is essential for operating loading equipment effectively. Ability to perform heavy lifting tasks safely and efficiently. Strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy in loading procedures. Excellent communication skills for effective teamwork and coordination. A proactive approach to problem-solving and maintaining safety standards in the workplace. This role is ideal for individuals who thrive in a physically demanding environment and are committed to contributing positively to our operations. Connect2Dorset is a trading style of Dorset & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Dorset Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dorset is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

About Us Connect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council. We provide temporary, contract, and interim opportunities, with profits returned to our Local Authority shareholders. We value ethics, trust, and care in our work. Day-to-Day Responsibilities : Your main task will be to support the completion of EHCPs and other SEND processes within expected guidelines ensuring that the voice of the children and their families are included. You will attend a variety of multi-agency meetings to provide your expertise in understanding children's needs and how best to help them achieve the best possible outcomes. You will support the team in maintaining clear and up to date data, and as part of your role, you will be required to keep detailed records of your work with children and families and to review their progress regularly. You will need good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise work and work to deadlines. You will be required to work within tight budgets. You will work as part of a multi-agency team. There will be lots of opportunities to work with staff from other areas and disciplines as well as the opportunity to come together with the other SEND professionals in the county for regular training and peer support sessions. Required Skills and Qualifications : You will hold a relevant professional qualification - minimum GCSE English and maths grade C or above with post qualification training and experiences. You will have relevant experience of working within the SEN field and an understanding of the relevant statutory processes. You will have a good understanding of the work undertaken by Local Authorities or in complex organisations. You will be able to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing. You will be able to write clear reports relating to children's progress and their individual needs. You will be an able administrator, able to record, compile and use data to inform the practice and performance of the service. You will be willing to work proactively as part of a wider locality team and share information and knowledge relating to SEND with other professionals. You will be an advocate of inclusion. You will be willing to work as part of the 'one team' approach and in harmony with Dorset Council's core behaviours of responsibility, respect, recognition and collaboration. This role can be fully remote. Connect2Dorset is a trading style of Dorset & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Dorset Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dorset is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.