Eden Brown Synergy Recruitment are seeking passionate, driven, and committed Social Workers to be part of Oxfordshire’s mission to empower and support children, young people, and their families. This is more than just a job it’s an opportunity to create lasting change in our communities, while building a fulfilling career in a supportive, innovative environment.
What You’ll Do:
Make a Difference: Provide professional assessments and timely interventions to children and families, ensuring their needs are fully understood and met.
Strength-Based Approach: Work closely with families using the FSP Workbook modules and strengths-based techniques to drive positive outcomes.
Lead with Integrity: Attend and present at child protection conferences, reviews, and court sessions, preparing and submitting detailed reports.
Collaborate and Support: Work alongside your team and multi-agency partners to keep the child’s voice at the heart of every decision.
Ongoing Development: Engage in individual and group supervision, ensuring continuous professional growth with guidance from experienced managers.
Be the Difference Maker: Investigate allegations of harm, conduct family assessments, and act as the team’s duty worker, responding to new referrals on a rotational basis.
What We Offer:
Professional Growth: Career progression opportunities, including the potential to step up into a Senior Practitioner role after 3 years of experience, with significant exposure to statutory social work.
Supportive Team Environment: Work with experienced Assistant and Team Managers who provide ongoing mentorship and guidance.
Innovative Practice: Be part of a forward-thinking Council, where your ideas and initiatives to promote equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practices are celebrated and encouraged.
Tech & Tools: Use cutting-edge ICT systems to maintain accurate case records and ensure compliance with performance metrics.
Why Oxfordshire?
? Imagine yourself working in the scenic beauty of Oxfordshire, a county known for its rich heritage, bustling communities, and unparalleled natural landscapes. Whether you’re soaking up the vibrant culture or enjoying the tranquil countryside, Oxfordshire offers the perfect balance of work and life.
Senior Practitioner Pathway:
Have a minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience? You can progress to Senior Practitioner, provided you’ve spent at least 12 months in statutory social work and demonstrated leadership in similar settings. We recognize and reward experience, offering tailored development pathways to help you reach your full potential!
Your Essential Qualities:
A passion for children’s welfare and family empowerment.
Commitment to equal opportunities, anti-oppressive practices, and the Council’s health and safety policies.
Proven ability to collaborate across agencies and work proactively with families.
Excellent communication skills, with a strong commitment to keeping children’s voices at the forefront of decision-making.
This is your chance to inspire change, protect vulnerable children, and make a lasting impact. Come join Oxfordshire County Council’s team of social work heroes-because together, we can transform lives!
Apply now and be part of the change!
Don’t forget…Eden Brown Synergy offers a £250 referral bonus for Social Workers. If this role isn’t for you but you know someone suitable, ask them to get in touch. £250 could be on it’s way to you! Your expert recruitment consultant is Becky Dewis, call today on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) Eden Brown Synergy is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Eden Brown Synergy is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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