Does Dorset Council sponsor Skilled Worker visas?
Yes — Dorset Council holds a UK sponsor licence.
It appears on the UK Home Office register of licensed sponsors (checked against the register download of 2026-07-26). A licence means the employer can sponsor eligible hires — it is not a guarantee that any particular vacancy comes with sponsorship, so always confirm with the employer for the specific role.
Dorset Council is currently hiring on FindSponsorJobs across Teaching (12), Social work (7), Hospitality & Catering (1), Scientific & QA (1).
Live Dorset Council roles
Co-ordinator of Mathematics - Poole High School
Dorset Council
Oakdale, Poole
Key Stage 3 Co-ordinator of Mathematics Salary: £32,916 to £51,048 plus TLR of £5,873 (With a pay award pending) We are delighted to be recruiting for an enthusiastic Key Stage 3 Co-ordinator of Mathematics to join our high-performing, forward thinking and cohesive department. We teach a rigorous academic curriculum with a clear focus on supporting all students achieve positive outcomes. You will work with the Director of Mathematics, and the wider school team to continually drive attainment an…
Cover Supervisor (Games Maker) - St. Osmund’s C.E. Middle School
Dorset Council
Fordington, Dorchester
22.5 hours per week St. Osmund’s C.E. Middle School is an over-subscribed Middle School for Years 5 – 8, located in the thriving county town of Dorchester. The school is proudly part of the Wessex Multi Academy Trust and is Ofsted Good in all areas (2022). The school was recently SIAMS inspected and received a strong report (2026). We are a Church of England School built upon the Christian values of hope, community, respect and love. We are seeking to appoint a games maker. Your main role will …
Teacher of Religious Studies (Maternity Cover) - Queen Elizabeth's School
Dorset Council
Hillbutts, Wimborne
Queen Elizabeth's School is looking for a Teacher of Religious Studies (Maternity Cover) to join our fantastic team. Actual Salary £32,916 - £45,352 per annum (M1 to M6). This job is Full Time (Part time will be considered) It is offered on a Temporary basis until 12 months maternity cover basis. Approximate start date 1st January 2027 Are you passionate about Religious Education and dedicated to inspiring and motivating students, if so we would like to hear from you. This is an exciting opport…
Cover Supervisor at Ferndown Middle School
Dorset Council
Hightown, Ringwood
Cover Supervisor – Ferndown Middle School £29,541 per annum (full time equivalent); actual salary for part-time, term-time only working: £22,158 per annum 33 hours 20 mins per week, Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 3:30pm (Occasionally, you may be required to work until 4:30pm on Mondays to attend a staff meeting. This additional meeting time will be paid separately). To start ASAP Great schools are built on consistency. When pupils walk into a classroom, they deserve an environment where learning con…
Student Welfare Assistant (Casual) - Poole High School
Dorset Council
Oakdale, Poole
We are looking to appoint a casual Student Welfare Assistant to join our busy welfare team at Poole High School. We are looking for an outstanding individual who will relish the opportunity to: Treat students/staff with first aid care when required. Sending people home or to hospital when necessary, within the guidelines of “First Aid at Work” training and also regulations stipulated by the Health Protection Agency. Issue prescribed medication or general “over the counter” medication only with …
Teaching Assistant for St John's CE Primary in Weymouth
Dorset Council
Wilton, Salisbury
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, calm and well-organised Pastoral Learning Assistant to join our committed and hardworking team. This is a primarily pastoral role and the successful candidate will become part of our dedicated team. The role will be based in a dedicated pastoral space and will involve supporting children from Reception to Year 6. The successful candidate will work closely with the Headteacher, Inclusion Leader, teachers, families and external professionals to provide c…
Catering Assistant at Castle Court School
Dorset Council
East End, Corfe Mullen
We are looking for a Catering Assistant to join our friendly Kitchen Team. The role is family-friendly, being term-time only and working 10.30am-2.30pm every day. It includes such things as washing crockery and utensils, keeping the kitchen clean and tidy, helping to clean and clear after lunch and generally being a part of a busy but lovely Kitchen Team. For the right candidate, there is a chance to work Front of House, serving break and lunch to colleagues and children. Further Information Ou…
Deputy Headteacher - Allenbourn Middle School
Dorset Council
Walford, Wimborne
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious and suitably qualified school leader to join our strong senior leadership team as Deputy Headteacher from January 2027. Actual Salary £66,368 - £73,105 per annum (Leadership Scale L11 - L15 pay award pending) It is offered on a permanent full time basis. Start date: 1st January 2027 Allenbourn Middle school is a thriving five form entry Middle School. This post provides an excellent leadership opportunity for candidates seeking progression int…
Midday Supervisor Charlton Horethorne CE Primary School
Dorset Council
Charlton Horethorne, Sherborne
Salary : Grade 1, Point 3: £4,966 per annum (pay award pending) Contract : Permanent, 8.75 hours per week (8 hours, 45 minutes), 38.4 weeks per year (term time plus 4 inset days) * The salary quoted reflects the annual salary for the position at the time of advertising. Payment will be made in equal monthly instalments and will be adjusted at the start of employment, and again if employment ends partway through the school year, to ensure the correct salary is paid for work completed during the …
SEND Provision Case Worker
Dorset Council
Lower Blandford St. Mary, Blandford Forum
Now is an exciting time to join Dorset Council as we shape our SEND Service. We have a number of roles, across various localities. We are looking for applications from candidates who share the Dorset Council values and are passionate in ensuring we deliver a high-quality service. You will join a supportive team to assist with administrative processes related to Education, Health and Care (EHC) Needs assessment and the review of EHC Plan Reviews for Children and Young People 0-25 with special ed…
Assistant Team Manager (Social Work Qualified) - Family Help
Dorset Council
Chapelhay, Weymouth
We are pleased to have an opportunity for an A ssistant Team Manager to join our East and Purbeck team at an exciting time, as we shape the future of Family Help in Dorset. We’re proud that Dorset Council is a rated Outstanding authority by Ofsted for our work with children, young people and families. This reflects our strong commitment to high quality, child centred practice and the positive culture we’ve built across our services. Leading national change The Families First Partnership (FFP) P…
SEN Teaching Assistant (two posts) at St James CE First School and Nursery
Dorset Council
Alderholt, Fordingbridge
The Heath Academy Trust and St James’ CE First and Nursery School are excited to be looking to appoint two energetic, enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistants: Post 1: Will be working to support a pupil in Early Years. Under the direction of the Early Years lead and SENDCo you will be providing one to one support for a pupil with additional needs, working both in the classroom environment and within an individualised workspace. This post will involve intimate care and would be suitable for somebody…
Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Southill Primary School
Dorset Council
Fleet, Weymouth
Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) XS 10.8 Join Team Southill Southill Primary School is looking for an enthusiastic, skilled and caring Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) to join our team on a permanent basis for 30 hours per week. We are a welcoming and inclusive school where we belong. We want every child to leave Southill happy, confident and prepared for the next stage of their lives, and our support staff play a vital part in making this happen. This is primarily a classroom-based…
Teaching Assistant at Conifers Primary School
Dorset Council
Charlestown, Weymouth
This is a classroom teaching assistant position for 30 hrs per week – fixed term, term-time only. To support a number of children with additional needs, which could include 1 to 1 or small groups of children across EYFS, KS1 and KS2. The Governors and Leadership Team of our school wish to appoint a committed, enthusiastic and excellent teaching assistant. The successful applicant will support and champion the inclusive ethos of the school. We will consider any special skills, experience or trai…
Assessment Support Coordinators
Dorset Council
Herringston, Dorchester
As an Assessment Support Coordinator, you will be working alongside Social Workers, Occupational Therapists, and health colleagues across a range of settings to support people to remain as independent as possible and linked in with their local networks. you will be undertaking strengths-based assessments and support planning, in accordance with the Care Act 2014 you will assist individuals to identify their goals and how best to achieve them to support their independence, and where appropriate …
Peripatetic Passenger Assistant
Dorset Council
Herringston, Dorchester
Dorset Travel coordinate the transport provision for children and young people with additional needs within Dorset as well as out of county. The team also supply and support transport need for Mainstream, Child Care as well as Adults. The vacancy is for a Peripatetic Passenger Assistant living in the Blandford Area contracted at approximately 20 hours per week - Term Time Only commencing at £13.05 per hour. The role of a Passenger Assistant is to support children and young people providing addi…
Mentor at Core Creative Education
Dorset Council
Halstock Leigh, Yeovil
A Mentor to young children aged 8-18 years with additional needs with an EHCP at our Alternative Provider setting in Halstock on the borders between Dorset & Somerset. We offer a specialist therapeutic mentoring programme provision for young people with an SEMH, additional needs and EHCP, using a trauma informed approach. Further Information Not Specified About Us Not Specified
Teaching Assistant - Bincombe Valley Primary School
Dorset Council
Bincombe, Weymouth
2x One-to-one SEND Teaching Assistant Dorset Grade 5 XS10.5 Term time only Hours: 30 hours per week Fixed Term contract until 21.07.2026 - Immediate start. Bincombe Valley Primary School is an inclusive school offering high quality provision in a warm and friendly environment. We have high expectations of our children, who are keen to learn and high expectations of our staff, who are a talented, committed and supportive team. We are seeking to appoint an experienced, sympathetic and highly comm…
Targeted Youth Worker
Dorset Council
Herringston, Dorchester
Are you seeking a rewarding opportunity working with young people? Join our exceptional teams in children’s services, where you’ll be fully supported and appreciated throughout your career - whether you’re newly qualified, or an experienced practitioner. In Dorset, we are dedicated to fostering an environment where every child can thrive, and we want our colleagues to do the same. At the heart of our program is a commitment to support outcomes that matter – fostering environments where children…
Occupational Therapist
Dorset Council
North Bestwall, Wareham
We are seeking several passionate and skilled Occupational Therapists to join our Community Paediatric team on a permanent and full-time basis. This is an exciting opportunity to join our Birth to Settled Adulthood team, working with children and young people aged 0–25 with a range of developmental and physical conditions and those who are neuro divergent, supporting them to achieve their full potential in everyday activities. Key Responsibilities: Provide assessment and intervention for childr…
Performance Analyst - Climate & Sustainability Insights
Dorset Council
Herringston, Dorchester
You will be joining the Strategic Performance, Intelligence and Risk service which is responsible for driving high-quality data and reporting products to support evidence-led decision making for Dorset Council and providing value for money services to residents. What's in it for you: Working in collaboration with colleagues in the Sustainability team, you'll have the opportunity to evidence and provide insights into how Dorset Council is working towards delivery of one of our strategic prioriti…