Your new company
Oxfordshire's Children's Assessment Service are seeking a committed and skilled Social Worker to join their team in Oxfordshire providing early safeguarding support to children and families who may be at risk.
Your new role
You'll complete timely, high‑quality assessments and work closely with multi‑agency partners as part of the Family Safeguarding Model, providing early safeguarding support to children and families who may be at risk. This is a fast‑paced team within a service rated 'Good' by Ofsted, with a clear ambition to reach 'Outstanding'.
As a highly skilled social worker, who will;
Complete child and family assessments and safeguarding enquiries
Lead or support s47 investigations, risk assessments and planning
Provide clear, professional written reports for meetings and court
Contribute to multi‑agency working and duty rota
Maintain accurate case records and work within statutory guidance
Ensure children's voices are central to assessments and plansWhat you'll need to succeed
Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England registration
ASYE completed (or equivalent experience)
Statutory children's services experience
Strong risk assessment, communication and report‑writing skills
Confident working in a busy safeguarding environment
Commitment to reflective, child‑centred and strengths‑based practice
Ability to travel across Oxfordshire when requiredWhat you'll get in return
Strong multi‑agency partnerships
Supportive supervision and professional development
A service that values learning, kindness, integrity and innovation
Flexible hybrid workingWhat you need to do now
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