Job Summary
In this important role, you will be part of a duty rotation of social workers receiving assessments as they are referred by our Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub. You will also be responsible for leading Section 47 child protection investigations where necessary, all with the support of experienced permanent managers. The role is critical in ensuring children and families receive thoughtful, evidence-based assessments that help them identify and make changes, and where necessary have a well‑developed further plan of intervention to support lasting changes.
Responsibilities
* Receive assessments from the Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub.
* Lead Section 47 child protection investigations.
* Complete comprehensive child and family assessments in partnership with families.
* Collaborate with multi‑agency partners to support families at one of the earliest points of contact with children's services.
* Maintain a safe, respectful and child‑focused service.
Qualifications
* Qualified social worker with current Social Work England registration.
* Completed the ASYE (or equivalent).
* Experience working with children and families in a statutory setting.
* Commitment to delivering respectful, proportionate and evidence‑based, child‑focused assessments.
Rewards and Benefits
* Welcome and loyalty payment of £3,500.
* Relocation allowance of up to £8,000.
* Annual leave starting at 30 days per year (plus bank holidays); up to 32 days after length of service.
* Comprehensive Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contributions up to 19.9% of salary.
* Flexible working.
* Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 health and wellbeing support.
* Range of family‑friendly policies, including carers leave and paid volunteering time.
* Childcare vouchers, cycle‑to‑work scheme, electric car scheme, and staff discounts on travel, holidays, insurance, food, and leisure activities.
* Excellent learning and development opportunities.
Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
At 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 staff network groups that provide peer support, education, and safe spaces for all.
Our Commitment to Guaranteed Interview Schemes
As a Disability‑Confident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. We also guarantee interviews for care leavers who have completed further education and meet the essential criteria, for apprenticeships, and for individuals transitioning from the Armed Forces within three years of leaving.
Our Commitment to Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. All employees, workers and volunteers are expected to share this commitment, and recruitment and selection practices reflect these values.
Our Commitment to Flexible Working
We are open to discussions about flexible working, including flexi‑time, part‑time working, job sharing, nine‑day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Applicants must comply with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and provide a submission for the DBS to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Contact Information
Recruiter: Sandra Benaite
Phone: 01865816000
Email: VPFD17F28C.1286@vacancyposter.com
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