Your new company
Oxfordshire County Council is seeking an experienced Assistant Team Manager (ATM) to join the Family Solutions Plus (FSP) Team. This is a fantastic locum opportunity for a motivated and knowledgeable practitioner who is passionate about safeguarding and supporting children, young people, and families.
Your new role
As ATM, you'll support the delivery of high‑quality social care practice-with no case‑holding responsibilities-providing supervision and oversight across complex safeguarding and long‑term work.
No case-holding
Hybrid working: Minimum 2 office days (Thursday required)
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5pm (4pm finish on Fridays)
Location: Didcot & Henley Family Solutions Plus Team
Contract: 3 months, full time (37 hours)
What you'll need to succeed
You'll be a confident and reflective practitioner with the ability to support and guide social workers within a busy FSP environment. Strong communication skills, effective decision‑making, and a commitment to high standards of practice are essential.
✔ Minimum 3 years' post‑qualification experience ✔ Strong track record in safeguarding ✔ Long‑term work experience ✔ Court experience essential ✔ Ability to provide supervision and oversight of complex practice ✔ Registered Social Worker with Social Work England
What you'll get in return
Competitive locum rates: £42 UMB
Flexible hybrid working
Supportive team culture
Strong multi-agency relationships
Excellent professional development opportunities
What you need to do now
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