Your newpany
Oxfordshire County Council are seeking an experienced and dedicated Social Workers to join the Adult Safeguarding Team in Oxfordshire. This is a fantastic opportunity for a practitioner who is passionate about promoting independence, protecting vulnerable adults, and delivering high‑quality, person‑centred social work.
Your new role
In this role, you will work collaboratively with adults, families, carers, health partners, andmunity organisations to ensure safety, wellbeing, and positive oues. You will apply a strength‑based approach, supportplex decision‑making, and act as a key professional in safeguarding enquiries under the Care Act 2014.In this role, you will:
1. Undertake proportionate strength‑based assessments, reviews, and interventions.
2. Lead and contribute to safeguarding enquiries, ensuring a “Making Safeguarding Personal” approach.
3. Work within relevant legislation including the Care Act 2014, MCA 2005, and MHA 1983.
4. Develop clear, oues‑focused support plans.
5. Provide advice on equipment, Assistive Technology, housing adaptations, and reablement services.
6. Manage a varied caseload, including duty work and emergency responses.
7. Work closely with multidisciplinary teams and external agencies.
8. Maintain accurate, defensible case records.
9. Promote equality, inclusion, and ethical practice at all times.
What you'll need to succeed
You will be a confident and resilient practitioner who can balance risk, empower others, and deliver safe and effective oues.Essential requirements include:
10. Recognised Social Work qualification and Social Work England registration.
11. Strong working knowledge of adult social care legislation and safeguarding practice.
12. Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
13. Excellentmunication, report‑writing, and organisational skills.
Desirable skills (not essential):
14. Experience with equipment/adaptations, moving & handling, or housing-related work.
15. Post‑qualifying training (, BIA, AMHP, Practice Educator) or willingness to work towards this.
What you'll get in return
You’ll be part of a supportive, forward‑thinking service that values:
16. Continuous learning
17. Kindness and care
18. Equality and integrity
19. Innovation and responsibility
The team embraces agile working, ensuring you have the flexibility and support needed to excel in your role.