Job Description

Liquid Personnel are proud to be supporting Oxfordshire County Council in recruiting a Social Worker and Senior Practitioner to join their Children’s Assessment Service on a permanent basis. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward thinking local authority committed to delivering outstanding outcomes for children, young people and families. You'll be part of a supportive and inclusive service where professional development, wellbeing and career progression are genuinely valued.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary of £38,220 - £45,091 at Social Worker level per annum (DOE) or a salary of £46,142 - £49,282 at Senior Practitioner level (DOE)

• Welcome payment of £3,500

• Relocation allowance of up to £8,000

• Supportive and experienced management teams

• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities

• Regular supervision and reflective practice sessions

• Manageable caseloads and strong peer support

• Annual leave starting at 30 days per year (plus bank holidays).

• A comprehensive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).

• Employee Assistance Programme including access to health and wellbeing support 24x7.

• 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.

• A culture focused on staff wellbeing and professional growth

About the Role

As a member of the Children’s Assessment Service, your responsibilities will include:

• Providing timely and effective support to children and families.
• Participating in a duty rota, receiving and managing referrals from MASH
• Completing high-quality, evidence-based assessments to identify risks, strengths and support needs.
• Lead Section 47 Child Protection Investigations where safeguarding concerns require further assessment.
• Work closely with children, families and partner agencies to develop effective intervention plans.
• Ensuring children and families receive the right support at the right time to achieve positive and lasting outcomes.
• Developing clear recommendations and plans that promote safety, wellbeing and long-term stability.
• Working within a supportive team environment with guidance from experienced managers.
• Contributing to safeguarding children and promoting their welfare through effective assessment and decision-making.

About You

We are looking for passionate and committed social workers who are motivated to deliver excellent services for children and families. To be considered, you will have:

• A recognised Social Work qualification (Degree, DipSW, CQSW or equivalent)

• Registration with Social Work England

• Completion of ASYE

• Experience within Children's Social Care, safeguarding or family support services

• Strong assessment, communication and relationship building skills

• A commitment to high-quality, child-centred practice

• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

Apply Now

If you are interested in this opportunity or would like to discuss the role in more detail, please contact: Nicole Street on 02033193113 or Nicole.Street@liquidpersonnel.com

We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.

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