Family Help Practitioner
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- OX3 8DDNumber of Positions: 1Contract Type: PermanentSalary: 38220
- 40777Working Hours: 37Location: OxfordshireBusiness Unit: Children's ServicesAbout UsWorking together to help Children, young people, and families to thrive. Join Oxfordshire County Council on an exciting journey towards Delivering the Future Together, our ambitious transformation programme which will enable us to be an employer, partner, and place shaper of choice. We're seeking the right people who can help us get there while embracing our value of 'daring to do it differently', as we continue to strive to do better.
In our Children, Education, & Families Directorate, we do our very best to help children, young people, and families to thrive. We know the importance of building relationships, empowering people, and building on strengths and this is reflected in our restorative, relational practice approach. We've been consistently rated as "good" by Ofsted, but we are not content with that; we are ambitious and want to do even better! Oxfordshire County Council is a financially stable local authority which is committed to investing in Children, Education, and Families, to ensure that we have the resources we need to make a real difference to the families we work with. About the RoleThe work will include case management and direct work with children, young people and their families providing timely support and interventions to address safeguarding concerns and reduce risks to children and young people. It will also involve leading Team Around the Family/Child in Need meetings and delivering a range of evidence-based group programmes to children, young people and families who meet the threshold for the service both within the Children and Family Centre and at outreach venues. Learn more about what we're doing:Working for OCC Children's ServicesAs part of our team, you will:(HC2) Focus on successful outcomes for families using a relational, strengths-based approach. Use motivational interviewing to engage and support families with making the changes they need.Be supported with individual supervision to promote your wellbeing and professional development.Have opportunities to continue to learn while you work, by undertaking training, webinars, practice learning events and reflective sessions. About youWe would like to hear from you if you are...Kind and caring, with an understanding of and respect for individuals' qualities, abilities, and diverse backgrounds. Advocating for equality and integrity in all you do.Always learning, with a passion to grow and develop your skills.Willing to take responsibility and contribute to the delivery of Oxfordshire County Council's vision.
Driven to do it differently to embark on a journey of continuous improvement. Rewards and benefitsCompetitive salary from £38,220
- £40,777Annual leave starting at 30 days per year (plus bank holidays).
Pro rataA comprehensive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).Employee Assistance Programme including access to health and wellbeing support 24 x7.Range of family friendly policies.Childcare vouchers, cycle to work scheme, electric car scheme, range of staff discounts including travel, holidays, insurance, food, health & leisure activities. Excellent learning and development opportunities.Explore more hereFor an informal discussion about the role, please contact Vicky Hatch Children and Family Centre Manager or Sharon Hallam Lead Practitioner
Or call the office on Our commitment to: Equality, Diversity and InclusionAt Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce. Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave.
We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all.Our commitment to:Guaranteed Interview SchemesAs a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job. We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job.
For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships. We are also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM Armed Forces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service.Our commitment to:SafeguardingOxfordshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults.
We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment.