Total 29 job vacancies by Oxfordshire County Council

About Us

We are a passionate and dedicated team supporting care leavers and unaccompanied young people. We strive to achieve the best outcomes for our care leavers andsupportthem into independence and young adulthood.We are proud to have achieved a 'Good' rating this year with our Ofsted inspection and have had positive feedback from the LGA review. This is a great opportunity to join a creative and proactive team.

About the Role

The role has lead responsibility for ensuring that statutory requirements are adhered to and the team of Personal Advisers are well supported. This role has management responsibility i.e.providing day to day operational management of the Leaving Care Team, chairing network meetings, implementing policies in accordance with Leaving Care Legislation.

About you

This is an opportunity for candidates who want to undertake this role as part of their professional development or to experience a different area of work or for experienced existing managers to embark upon a new role.

You will be an adaptable and capable assistant manager who is dedicated and passionate about supporting the needs of care leavers.

To discuss the role informally please contact Service Manager, Carol Stewart on carol.stewart@oxfordshire.gov.uk

Rewards and benefits

It really is true that every single job role here contributes to bettering the lives of the people in our county - we want to do this for our employees too.We are proud of our strong flexible working culture, including the opportunity for flexibility on working hours and the use of technology to support agile working.We offer some of the very best learning and development opportunities to support your ongoing development.

• We have a generous holiday allowance, up to 33 days holiday p.a. plus Bank Holidays.
• Option to buy additional holiday.
• Access to a Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contributions of up to 19.9% of your salary.
• A range of local and national retail discounts
• A host of enhanced family friendly policies including carers leave and paid time off for volunteering.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce.Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peersupport, education and safe spaces for all.

Our commitment toGuaranteed Interview Schemes

As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job.We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships.

We are also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM Armed Forces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service.

Our commitment toSafeguarding

Oxfordshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments.

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About Us

The Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub is our 'front door' to children's social care and receives all safeguarding referrals for children in Oxfordshire.With the help of our partner agencies, we quickly identify risks to vulnerable children and provide a safe and timely response to decide the most effective interventions.

About the Role

The role of Senior Practitioner in MASH is an importantone; you will be responsible for reviewing referrals and determining the most appropriate response to meet a child's needs.With your team of Senior Practitioners and the support of your managers, you will ensure decisions are clear, evidence-based and made at pace to ensure our children receive a timely and safe response.

About you

This is a key safeguarding role and therefore you need to be an experienced social worker with at least 3 years post qualifying experience in a child safeguarding role.The MASH is a busy, fast-paced environment, and so you should have experience of working in a busy duty and response environment. Previous experience in a MASH team is desirable.

Rewards and benefits

It really is true that every single job role here contributes to bettering the lives of the people in our county - we want to do this for our employees too.We are proud of our strong flexible working culture, including the opportunity for flexibility on working hours and the use of technology tosupport agile working.We offer some of the very best learning and development opportunities tosupport your ongoing development.

We have a generous holiday allowance which rises as you remain in employment with us up to 32 days, as well as giving you the option to buy additional holiday. You will also have access to a Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contributions of up to 19.9% of your salary; a range of local and national retail discounts; and a host of enhanced family friendly policies including carers leave and paid time off for volunteering.

Ourcommitment to:
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce.Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all.

Our commitment to:
Guaranteed Interview Schemes

As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job.We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships.We are also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM Armed Forces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service.

Our commitment to:
Safeguarding

Oxfordshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments.

Our commitment to:
Flexible Working

We are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexi-time, part time working, job sharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service.

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About Us

Libraries in Oxfordshire are trusted spaces, free to enter and open to all. Our libraries offer a range of books, digital and other resources and trained staff to help our customers.We provide cultural and creative enrichment, promote reading and literacy and provide digital access and support for our users.Our aim is to help everyone achieve their full potential and to lead healthier and happier lives with greater prosperity and stronger, more resilient communities.

About the Role

The Assistant Library Manager is responsible for ensuring Summertown Library operates to the highest standard of customer services, assisting the Library Manager and supporting a team of Customer Service Advisers to meet customer and local community needs, and support council services within the building to ensure customers are signposted to information and services appropriately.

The working pattern will include some working one evening per week and 1 in 4 Saturdays.

About you

We are looking for a flexible, enthusiastic, and highly motivated person to lead and develop the role of the library within the community.You will be able to demonstrate a love of reading and the ability to enthuse others, whilst having the skills needed to work and manage people from all backgrounds, and accurately report to the Library Manager.We are looking for somebody with experience of working in Customer Service environment, or a desire to do so, and the ability to support and lead a team through day-to-day duties and delivering library events.

Rewards and benefits

It really is true that every single job role here contributes to bettering the lives of the people in our county - we want to do this for our employees too.We are proud of our strong flexible working culture, including the opportunity for flexibility on working hours and the use of technology to support agile working. We offer some of the best learning and development opportunities to support your ongoing development.

We have a generous holiday allowance which rises as you remain in employment with us up to 32 days, as well as giving you the option to buy additional holiday. You will also have access to a Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contributions of up to 19.9% of your salary; a range of local and national retail discounts; and a host of enhanced family friendly policies including carers leave and paid time off for volunteering.

Ourcommitment to:
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce.Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all.

Our commitment to:
Guaranteed Interview Schemes

As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job.We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships.We are also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM Armed Forces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service.

Our commitment to:
Safeguarding

Oxfordshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments.

Our commitment to:
Flexible Working

We are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexi-time, full time and part time working, job sharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service.

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About Us
Oxfordshire Youth Justice and Exploitation Service has an exciting opportunity for a Youth and Family Practitioner to work for our friendly and supportive team under the new 'Act Now' project. Our service is a multi-agency partnership committed to preventing and reducing youth crime and exploitation in the county of Oxfordshire. We are passionate about improving outcomes for children, families and victims of crime and we work according to the YJB Child First principles.

About the Role
This role will specifically focus on responding to children aged 10-17 in Police custody arrested for knife/weapon related offences. The requirement is to attend the Police Station within 90 minutes of notification to get alongside the child at the earliest opportunity. The purpose of the role is to offer an assessment of strengths and concerns and deliver a short-term intervention to meet identified needs. This role is central to the team's prevention and diversion activity, to try and reduce harm through knife crime.

Role delivery will be in accordance with evidence-based effective practice with children and young people, and in the context of managing risk, well-being and public protection issues. This role is fixed-term for 12 months, working 37 hours a week. The shift pattern is 1.30pm - 10pm Monday - Friday. Please note this role includes working outside normal working hours.

About you
You will have an understanding of child development and the underlying issues that bring children into the youth justice system. You will have experience of working with vulnerable children and their families and have skills in assessing need and designing responsive, individualised support plans. You will have the ability to pick-up a case-load and work effectively in a range of professional environments, including Police custody, the community, schools and visiting children where they live.

Rewards and benefits

• Culture of flexible working
• Technology to support agile working where role permits
• Up to 33 days holiday p.a. plus Bank Holidays
• Option to 'buy' additional holiday
• Employee Assistance Programme including access to health and wellbeing support
• Membership of the Local Government contributory pension scheme, with an employer's contribution of up to 19.9%
• Enhanced family friendly policies
• Local and national discounts for shopping and travel
• Great learning and development opportunities to support your ongoing development

Ourcommitment to:
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce.Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all.

Our commitment to:
Guaranteed Interview Schemes

As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job.We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships.We are also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM Armed Forces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service.

Our commitment to:
Safeguarding

Oxfordshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments.

Our commitment to:
Flexible Working

We are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexi-time, part time working, job sharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service.

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About the role:

As a back-end Drupal developer in our development team, you will be part of a team managing the main Oxfordshire County Council website along with several smaller sites. Your role will involve:

• developing and maintaining custom modules on our main website and several smaller sites
• ensuring seamless integration with front-end components
• optimising the performance of our Drupal-based applications

You'll work closely with our front-end developer, UX/UI designers and Dev Ops to deliver a great user experience for the residents of Oxfordshire.

Your experience with PHP (Symfony), MySQL, Drupal's API, Docker/Lando, and DevOps environments will be crucial to your role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain custom Drupal modules.
• Optimise website performance and scalability.
• Collaborate with front-end developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-sidelogic.
• Troubleshoot and resolve website issues and bugs.
• Ensure the website is secure.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to the development of best practices.
• Stay up to date with the latest industry trends and technologies.

About you:

You will be a skilled Drupal back-end developer with a strong PHP, MySQL, and Drupal development background.

We value innovation and problem-solving, so you'll have the opportunity to tackle complex challenges and contribute to the continuous improvement of our platforms. Our collaborative and supportive environment encourages knowledge sharing and professional growth, making it an ideal place to advance your career.

Essential:

• Proven experience as a Drupal Back-End Developer.
• Strong proficiency in PHP, MySQL, and Drupal 8/9/10.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Familiarity with front-end technologies (e.g., HTML, CSS, JavaScript) is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to workindependentlyand as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills.
• Willingness to work in sprints as part of a team engaging in the planning, refinement and associated processes.

Desirable:

• Experience of Local Gov Drupal (LGD)

Rewards and Benefits:

• Flexible working hours and remote work options.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Up to 33 day’s holiday p.a. plus bank holidays - Option to ‘buy’ additional days
• Membership of the Local Government contributory pension scheme, employer’s contribution of up to 19.9%
• Relocation package up to a maximum of £8,000 to cover reimbursement of expenses for newly appointed employees (conditions apply in line with council policy)
• Regular monthly formal and informal support and supervision
• Local and national discounts for shopping and travel
• Extensive Continuous Professional Development opportunities, career progression scheme including the opportunity to train as a Practice Educator, Best Interest Assessor or Adult Mental Health Practitioner.
• Learn more here:Our benefits | Jobs (oxfordshire.gov.uk)

To find out more, please contact Catherine Wood, Solutions Delivery Team Leader. catherine.wood@oxfordshire.gov.uk

We will review your application on receipt. Interviews to be held w/c 2nd December 2024.

Ourcommitment to:

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce.Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all.

Our commitment to:
Guaranteed Interview Schemes

As a DisabilityConfidentemployer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job.We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships.We are also committed to helping andsupportingthose transitioning from HM ArmedForcesto civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service.

Our commitment to:
Safeguarding

Oxfordshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments.

Our commitment to:
Flexible Working

We are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexi-time, part time working, job sharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service.

Follow us on Social Media

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If you encounter any technical issues with the application system, please contact us at: careers@oxfordshire.gov.uk

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About Us

Teaching Assistants and Communication Support Workers (CSW) are an essential part of the educational team working with children and young people who are deaf in Oxfordshire educational settings. TA/CSWs work in the Deaf and Hearing Support Resource Bases at New Marston Primary School and The Cherwell School (secondary), and with post-16 students who have a sensory impairment (deafness or vision impairment) in the Colleges of Further Education in Oxfordshire with a base at City of Oxford College.

*the terms deaf/deafness refer to all levels and types of hearing loss

About the Role

We are seeking Teaching Assistants or Communication Support Workers with a calm, encouraging and positive manner to work with deaf children and young people in the Deaf and Hearing Support Resource Bases at New Marston Primary School, Cherwell School in Oxford or City of Oxford College. No previous knowledge of working with deaf pupils is required.

The deaf pupils supported by the base have a range of communication modes and learning styles.Some speak and listen as their primary mode of communication, some use sign language together with speaking and listening, and some are British Sign Language users.

There are good public transport links and parking is also available.

The role is permanent and is term time only (39 weeks per year).

About you

You will have the ability to communicate sensitively and appropriately with children, young people, families, and colleagues.You work positively as part of a team but also feel confident to work independently and take initiative when needed.

You have a good level of basic education (e.g. Grade 4 or above in GCSE Maths and English or equivalent) or equivalent professional experience.

Working closely with specialist Teachers of Deaf Children and Young People (ToDs), mainstream staff and other professionals to improve outcomes, your aim will be to enable access to the curriculum and to facilitate full inclusion for the pupils you work with.

Ideally, you will have experience of working with children and young people with SEN or disability, but training will be given.We are particularly interested if you have a qualification in communicating with deaf people (preferably Level 2 CACDP or above, or a level of fluency in BSL at a comparable stage). If you have an interest in learning sign language, this role offers opportunities to develop these skills.

You will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be resilient, creative, and adaptable.

No previous knowledge of working with deaf pupils is required but would be an advantage.A passion for working with children and young people to make a difference and improve their access to learning is essential.

Rewards and benefits

• The role is term time only (39 weeks per year) with 5.64 holiday weeks paid (i.e. 44.64 paid weeks per year)
• Employee Assistance Programme including access to health and wellbeingsupport
• Membership of the Local Government contributory pension scheme, with an employer’s contribution of up to 19.9%
• Local and national discounts for shopping and travel
• Great learning and development opportunities tosupport your ongoing development

Does this sound like you? Would you like to know more?

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Becky Roberts, Area Team Manager, 07770 588817 or rebecca.roberts@oxfordshire.gov.uk

You are also most welcome visit any of the bases, meet our friendly and caring team, and the children we support, before you apply.

Ourcommitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce.Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all.

Our commitment to Guaranteed Interview Schemes

As a DisabilityConfident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job.We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships.We are also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM ArmedForces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service.

Our commitment to Safeguarding

Oxfordshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments.

Our commitment to Flexible Working

We are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexi-time, part time working, job sharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service.

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If you encounter any technical issues with the application system, please contact us at: careers@oxfordshire.gov.uk

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About Us

Are you looking for a role in Administration? Are you keen to learn and develop your knowledge and skills? Then this maybe the job for you!An exciting position has become available for Pension Administrators to join our friendly team in Pension Services.If you have excellent customer service, a good eye for detail, great organisation skills and are good with numbers, then we want to hear from you!

Oxfordshire Pension Fund provides the administration of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) for Oxfordshire County Council and over 350 other employers. The LGPS is a national scheme, and we are one of around 89 funds across England and Wales.

About the Role

We have two roles, one sits within the Benefit Administration team who deal with the calculations and administration of members LGPSpension benefits; the other sits within the Employer Team who provide support to employers, and ensures pensions data received is accurate and on time.

About you

You will have an aptitude for learning, problem solving and continuous improvement.

You will be able to organise and prioritise your workload to meet deadlines, have a good eye for detail, be able to work on your own initiative as well as part of a team and adopt a proactive approach to any work assigned.

You will have, GCSE’s grade 9-4 / A-C, in English and Maths or equivalent and experience of working in an office environment (although this is not essential).

Rewards and benefits

• Culture of flexible working
• Technology to support agile working where role permits
• 24day’s holiday per annum, plus bank holidays
• Option to ‘buy’ additional holiday
• Employee Assistance Programme including access to health and wellbeing support
• Membership of the Local Government contributory pension scheme, with an employer’s contribution of up to 19.9%
• Enhanced family friendly policies
• Local and national discounts for shopping and travel
• Great learning and development opportunities to support your ongoing development.

Ourcommitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce.Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all.

Our commitment to Guaranteed Interview Schemes

As a DisabilityConfident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job.We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships.We are also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM ArmedForces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service.

Our commitment to Safeguarding

Oxfordshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments.

Our commitment to Flexible Working

We are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexi-time, part time working, job sharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service.

Follow us on Social Media

Stay up-to-date with the latest news and featured jobs from Oxfordshire County Council by following us onLinkedIn,Facebook,TwitterandInstagram.

If you encounter any technical issues with the application system, please contact us at: careers@oxfordshire.gov.uk

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About Us

The Move on Home service is part of the wider Young Persons Accommodation Service within Oxfordshire County Council.You will be joining an established and experienced team at a time of change as the service registers under the new Ofstedsupportedhousing regulations.

About the Role

The Move On Service provides intensive supported housing accommodation for young people aged 16 to 18 years who are in the care of the local authority, working to create individual plans for those requiring additional support for their transition towards independent living.

The role requires you to work a shift pattern of days and evenings, sleep ins, alternate weekends and bank holidays when required.

About you

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiasticindividual to join our team who has experience of creating safe environments and opportunities for young people to reach their best potential.

Rewards and benefits

• Great learning and training opportunities tosupport your ongoing development
• Increased pay for unsociable hours and sleep ins
• Up to 33 days holiday p.a.
• Employee Assistance programme including access to health and wellbeingsupport
• Membership of the local government contribution pension scheme.
• Local and national discounts for shopping and travel

Ourcommitment to:
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce.Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all.

Our commitment to:
Guaranteed Interview Schemes

As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job.We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships.We are also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM Armed Forcesto civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service.

Our commitment to:
Safeguarding

Oxfordshire County Council are committedto safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments.

Our commitment to:
Flexible Working

We are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexi-time, part time working, job sharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service.

Follow us on Social Media

Stay up-to-date with the latest news and featured jobs from Oxfordshire County Council by following us onLinkedIn,Facebook,TwitterandInstagram.

If you encounter any technical issues with the application system, please contact us at: careers@oxfordshire.gov.uk

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The interviews for this post are expected to take place on the 5th or 6th of December.

About Us

Do you want to make a difference? A REAL difference?

Oxfordshire County Council is on an exciting journey towards Delivering the Future Together, our ambitious transformation programme which will enable us to be an employer, partner, and place shaper of choice.We’re seeking the right people who can help us get there while embracing our value of ‘daring to do it differently’, as we continue to strive to do better.

In our Children, Education, & Families Directorate, we want every child to have the best possible education and with this goal in mind, we’ve set out to improve and transform our services.

As part of this, we are currently in the process of re-evaluating and restructuring our Specialist Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND) services, with the objective of advancing the educational outcomes for children and young people.

We’ve been consistently rated as “good” by Ofsted, but we are not content with that; we are ambitious and want to do even better!Oxfordshire County Council is a financially stable local authority which is committed to investing in Children, Education, and Families, to ensure that we have the resources we need to make a real difference to the children, young people, and families we work with.

About the Role

This role is a key component of the education service that holds strategic oversight and responsibility for admissions and home to school transport policy.An extensive part of the role will involve working closely with the County Council’s Supported Transport Service, utilising a service level agreement and ensuring eligible children have timely, safe and cost-efficient home to school transport.In school admissions there will be management and oversight of the processes that ensure Fair Access to places and services that are statutorily compliant.The postholder will liaise with multi-academy trusts, diocesan boards, governing bodies and senior leaders in schools to ensure processes work efficiently and children can access school places without delay.

Effective budget oversight will be critical, especially on home to school transport where demand and unit costs are growing significantly.

About you

You will be an experienced manager, who can work collaboratively and successfully across agencies, engaging with service user groups and families to deliver improved outcomes.You will have credibility when working with schools and partners and established ability to quickly develop and maintain positive working relationships with external colleagues and across the organisation at all levels, including elected members.

You will have the ability to undertake and manage complex and diverse nature tasks applying which necessitates knowledge and skills at an advanced level from specialist disciplines such as education, law, finance, management and procedural matters.

Also you will have a detailed understanding of the legislative framework for both admissions and home to school transport and quickly establish yourself as the Council’s subject matter expert for these areas.

Please refer to the role profile attached to this advert for more details.

Our Rewards and Benefits

• Relocation allowance of up to £8,000.
• Annual leave starting at 30 days per year (plus bank holidays).
• A comprehensive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Flexible working.
• Employee Assistance Programme including access to health and wellbeingsupport 24 x7.
• Range of family friendly policies.
• 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

Ourcommitment to:
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce.Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all.

Our commitment to:
Guaranteed Interview Schemes

As a DisabilityConfident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job.We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships.We are also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM ArmedForces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service.

Our commitment to:
Safeguarding

Oxfordshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments.

Our commitment to:
Flexible Working

We are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexi-time, part time working, job sharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service.

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About Us

Join Oxfordshire County Council on an exciting journey towards Delivering the FutureTogether, our ambitious transformation programme which is enabling us to be an employer, partner, and place shaper of choice. We’re seeking the right people who can help us get there while embracing our value of ‘daring to do it differently’, as we continue to strive to do better.

In Adult Services, this means we're daring to do adult social care differently by supporting Oxfordshire’s residents to stay fit, healthy and independent in their communities for as long as possible through a strength’s-based approach. Working with local NHS services, care providers and community and voluntary groups, we make the most of what each of our strengths are, pulling in the same direction, and united by one shared vision.

This means we keep the people we support at the heart of all that we do. And that works. By listening to people and building on the positives in their lives, we can work collaboratively to help them live the lives they want with the right support around them.

It is something we call the Oxfordshire Way and we can’t do it alone – our proactive, positive approach to social care gives everyone the opportunity to make a bigger difference. If we’re doing a good job, we don’t stand still – we’re ambitious and we’re always striving to do better; it’s in our DNA.

About the Role

Our team empowers you to deliver bespoke solutions that supports people to achieve their desired goals and outcomes.

We do this through our commitment of giving you the autonomy to do your role, to create new ideas and ways of doing things, with the support from our stable leadership team, regular group and 1:1 supervision and the opportunity to develop and progress across many different areas of Adult Social Care. Working for Oxfordshire County Council opens up a world of opportunities across varying facets of Social Care including, but not limited to leadership, clinic assessment, prison work, seating, moving and handling, and assistive technology.

No one day is ever the same in Oxfordshire County Council. Whatever your career aspirations are in adult social care, we’re here to support and empower you to lead your growth from the front.

We continue to be a financially stable local authority and our investment in Adult Services has created a number of vacancies; we are looking for Newly Qualified and Qualified Occupational Therapists and Newly Qualified and Qualified Social Workers to join us and help shape and deliver our teams; it’s a really exciting time to join us!

You will be working alongside Social Workers within a locality, hospital setting or safeguarding team and as part of this team you will:

• Empower people in the community to identify their strengths and desired outcomes, embracing new ideas and ways of doing things to improve and maintain their independence.
• Utilise a strength-based approach to promote people’s wellbeing to help them achieve their desired outcomes.
• Supportpeople and carers to ensure their voice is heard through advocacy where necessary.

About you

You are…

• Driven to do things differently to find creative solutions that problem solves with the person, rather than for the person.
• Willing totake responsibility,you are a self-leaderwith theambitiontoleadyour community in different areas of adult social care.
• Kindand caring, with an understanding of and respect for individuals’ qualities, abilities and diverse backgrounds.
• Advocating for equality and integrity in all you do, and with your strong communication skills you work collaboratively to achieve the best outcome.
• Always learning, with an excellent working knowledge of legislation and statutory guidance, you have natural entrepreneurial qualities.
• Passionate about following the professional standards of RCOT and HCPC.

Rewards and Benefits

• Up to 33 day’s holiday p.a. plus bank holidays - Option to ‘buy’ additional days
• Membership of the Local Government contributory pension scheme, employer’s contribution of up to 19.9%
• Relocation package up to a maximum of £8,000 to cover reimbursement of expenses for newly appointed employees (conditions apply in line with council policy)
• Regular monthly formal and informalsupportand supervision
• Local and national discounts for shopping and travel
• Extensive Continuous Professional Development opportunities, career progression scheme including the opportunity to train as a Practice Educator, Best Interest Assessor or Adult Mental Health Practitioner.
• Learn more here: Our benefits | Jobs (oxfordshire.gov.uk)

Ourcommitment to:
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce.Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all.

Our commitment to:
Guaranteed Interview Schemes

As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job.We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships.We are also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM Armed Forces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service.

Our commitment to:
Safeguarding

Oxfordshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments.

Our commitment to:
Flexible Working

We are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexi-time, part time working, job sharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service.

Follow us on Social Media

Stay up-to-date with the latest news and featured jobs from Oxfordshire County Council by following us onLinkedIn,Facebook,TwitterandInstagram.

If you encounter any technical issues with the application system, please contact us at: careers@oxfordshire.gov.uk

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About Us

The Family Solutions Service in the Central area of Oxford City are seeking to recruit a Family Support Worker to join their Family Help Team.The successful candidate will be enthusiastic worker who is passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people.

About the Role

This role is a Grade 9, 37 hours per week, with a flexible working pattern to meet the needs of the service. The ability to travel across the Oxford City and the County is essential.

The work will include completing Strengths and Needs Assessments and Family Help case management involving direct work with children, young people and their families providing timely support and interventions to address safeguarding concerns and reduce risks to children and young people.This includes leading Team Around the Family meetings and delivering a range of evidence-based group programmes to children, young people and families who meet the threshold for the service.

As part of our team, you will:

• Focus on successful outcomes for families using a relational, strengths-based approach.

• Use motivational interviewing to engage and support families with making the changes they need.

• Be supported with individual supervision to promote your wellbeing and professional development.

• Have opportunities to continue to learn while you work, by undertaking training, webinars, practice learning events and reflective sessions.

About you

We would like to hear from you if you are…

• Kind and caring, with an understanding of and respect for individuals’ qualities, abilities, and diverse backgrounds.

• Advocating for equality and integrity in all you do.

• Always learning, with a passion to grow and develop your skills.

• Willing to take responsibility and contribute to the delivery of Oxfordshire County Council’s vision.

• Driven to do it differently to embark on a journey of continuous improvement.

Rewards and benefits

• Culture of flexible working

• Technology to support agile working

• 30 day’s holiday p.a. plus bank holidays

• Option to ‘buy’ additional holiday

• Employee Assistance Programme including access to health and wellbeing support

• Membership of the Local Government contributory pension scheme, with an employer’s contribution of up to 19.9%

• Enhanced family friendly policies

• Local and national discounts for shopping and travel

• Great learning and development opportunities to support your ongoing development.

Ourcommitment to:
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce.Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peersupport, education and safe spaces for all.

Ourcommitment to:
Guaranteed Interview Schemes

As a DisabilityConfident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job.We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships.We are alsocommitted to helping andsupporting those transitioning from HM ArmedForces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service.

Ourcommitment to:
Safeguarding

Oxfordshire County Council arecommitted to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers toshare thiscommitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments.

Ourcommitment to:
Flexible Working

We are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexi-time, part time working, jobsharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service.

Follow us on Social Media

Stay up-to-date with the latest news and featured jobs from Oxfordshire County Council by following us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

If you encounter any technical issues with the application system, please contact us at: careers@oxfordshire.gov.uk

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

About Us

Children and Family Care Services supports Children/Young people aged 0 -18yrs who have a diagnosed disability and are open to the Disability Social work teams.

We are dedicated to empowering disabled children and young people toleadfulfilling lives, regardless of the challenges they face.Wesupportchildren and their families around their needs, no matter how complex, ensuring they receive thesupportand care they deserve.

We provide domiciliary homecare, and short break opportunities for young people in their care.

Our team is passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of those we support.We believe in fostering asupportiveandinclusiveenvironment where everyindividualis valued, respected, and encouraged to thrive.

If you are looking to join a team that’s committed to making meaningful change, we’d love to hear from you!

About the Role

As a BehaviourSupportWorker, you will play a key role insupportingchildren who may present with behaviours thatchallenge, helping them develop positive coping strategies and improve their social,emotional, and communication skills.

You willsupportchildren and young people in their family homes, but also in their local community, helping them to access and enjoy local services, such as parks or leisure centres.

About you

We are looking forenthusiasticand highly motivated individuals who have experience of working with disabled children who may present with behaviours thatchallenge.You will be part of a stablished team and will work with your team members to provide children and young people with the best standard of care.

The successful applicants will demonstrate acommitmentto continuous development and to working towards or successful completion of a certification in Care Skills award.

Rewards and benefits

• Generous Annual Leave: Up to 33 day’s holiday p.a. (pro rata), plus bank holidays - Option to ‘buy’ additional days.
• Flexible Working: We cultivate a flexible working culture to help you balance your work and personal life and offer technology tosupport agile working (where role permits).We are open to discussing your needs and how we can accommodate them, so pleasefeel free to reach out.
• Comprehensive Pension Scheme: A generous local government pension scheme with an employer contribution of up to 19.9%, ensuring your financial security for the future.
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 access to telephone advice andsupport for a wide range of issues related to work, personal, and family life.
• Health and WellbeingSupport: 24/7 access to health and wellbeing resources.
• Enhanced Family Friendly Policies: A full range of family-friendly policies, including generous maternity, paternity, and adoption entitlements. You can also access childcare vouchers and a cycle-to-work scheme.
• Training and Development: A wide range of learning and development opportunities, including continuous professional development to enhance your skills and career progression.
• Local and National Discounts: Discounts on shopping, travel, insurance, food, health, and leisure activities.
• Training: A 12-module training programme, with certification upon completion.

Ourcommitment to:
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce.Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all.

Our commitment to:
Guaranteed Interview Schemes

As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job.We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships.We are also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM Armed Forces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service.

Our commitment to:
Safeguarding

Oxfordshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments.

Our commitment to:
Flexible Working

We are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexi-time, part time working, job sharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service.

Follow us on Social Media

Stay up-to-date with the latest news and featured jobs from Oxfordshire County Council by following us onLinkedIn,Facebook,TwitterandInstagram.

If you encounter any technical issues with the application system, please contact us at: careers@oxfordshire.gov.uk

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

About Us

Do you want to help us radically change the way we deliver social care?

Join Oxfordshire County Council on an exciting journey towards ‘Delivering the Future Together’, our ambitious transformation programme which is enabling us to be an employer, partner, and place shaper of choice. We’re seeking the right people who can help us get there while embracing our value of ‘daring to do it differently’, as we continue to strive to do better.

In Adult Services, this means we're daring to do adult social care differently by supporting Oxfordshire’s residents to stay fit, healthy and independent in their communities for as long as possible through a strength’s-based approach and least restrictive options. Working with local NHS services, care providers and community and voluntary groups, we make the most of what each of our strengths are, pulling in the same direction, and united by one shared vision.

This means we keep the people we support at the heart of all that we do. And that works.By listening to people and building on the positives in their lives, we can work collaboratively to help them live the lives they want with the right support around them.

It is something we call the ‘Oxfordshire Way’ and we can’t do it alone – our proactive, positive approach to social care gives everyone the opportunity to make a bigger difference.If we’re doing a good job, we don’t stand still – we’re ambitious and we’re always striving to do better; it’s in our DNA.

About the Role

We are recruiting for two positions: one full-time (37 hours) and one part-time (18.5 hours).

We are a diverse team of passionate professionals; we are dedicated and privileged to support individuals experiencing a mental health crisis in Oxfordshire. We uphold social justice and equality, protect and preserve individual rights while ensuring individuals needs are at the centre of all that we do.Our team of AMHPs come from a variety of professional backgrounds (social work, nursing, Occupational Therapy and Psychology). We are committed to ensuring every member of our team feels valued and supported.The team culture focuses on a shared vision of delivering high standards and innovation in service development. The administrative staff play an important and active role in the success of the team.

Our admin staff play a pivotal role in achieving a objectives and high quality service – they are usually the first point of contact in the service.Therefore, they are skilled in listening, gathering and recording essential information on referrals for assessments under the MHA 1983.They work collaboratively with Approved Mental Health Professionals to achieve prompt and effective service to the people and families experiencing mental health crisis in Oxfordshire. The role is responsible for the data base that supports the work of the service. It contributes to staff induction and training.

Come and join our team and make the difference you aspire to.

About you

The service is busy. Therefore, you will have the ability to work under pressure, and sometimes fast paced. You will be confident and able to use initiative to prioritise tasks using your own initiative. You will support essential administrative tasks required to ensure the smooth running of the service.As first point of contact to the service, you will have social skills that facilitate good working relations with staff within the service and our partner agencies.

You should have previous experience of working in a busy administrative role though not essential. You should have good organisational skills. You will also have affinity for learning and high standards.

You’ll bring with you a strong understanding of and respect for individuals’ qualities, abilities and diverse backgrounds.

For an informal discussion about this role, please contact Funmi Durodola on 07554103429 or by email to funmi.durodola@oxfordshire.gov.uk

Please note:Applications will be reviewed ahead of the closing date, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Rewards and benefits

Our employment and benefits package includes:

1. 25 day’s holiday p.a. plus bank holidays (pro-rated for part-time position)
2. Option to work from home after completing induction
3. Job offers variety of experience, learning and is interesting
4. Friendly and supportive team
5. Regular monthly formal and informal support and supervision
6. Membership of the Local Government contributory pension scheme, with an employer’s contribution of up to 19.9%
7. Staff discounts - You'll have access to a range of discounts on goods and services including rail travel
8. Childcare vouchers, cycle to work scheme

Ourcommitment to:
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce.Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all.

Our commitment to:
Guaranteed Interview Schemes

As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job.We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships.We are also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM Armed Forces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service.

Our commitment to:
Safeguarding

Oxfordshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments.

Our commitment to:
Flexible Working

We are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexi-time, part time working, job sharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service.

Follow us on Social Media

Stay up-to-date with the latest news and featured jobs from Oxfordshire County Council by following us onLinkedIn,Facebook,TwitterandInstagram.

If you encounter any technical issues with the application system, please contact us at: careers@oxfordshire.gov.uk

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

About Us

Here at Fleet Services, we pride ourselves on the conveying of vulnerable people using fully trained staff in specialised passenger vehicles in accordance with service requirements.

About the Role

The main duties are to assist in the safe conveyance of service users to/from SEN schools, and Adult and Learning Disability Day Services, for various activities and respite care needs.This will require helping service users, leaving their homes, boarding the vehicle, alighting from the vehicle and making their way to the appropriate service in a safe and dignified manner.

About you

Although no formal qualifications are required for this post you should have a good standard of general education and the ability to communicate and share information.The ability to deal with challenging situations and be comfortable around people with learning and physical disabilities.

Rewards and benefits

It really is true that every single job role here contributes to bettering the lives of the people in our county - we want to do this for our employees too.We are proud of our strong flexible working culture, including the opportunity for flexibility on working hours and the use of technology tosupport agile working.We offer some of the very best learning and development opportunities tosupport your ongoing development.

You will have access to a Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contributions of up to 19.9% of your salary; a range of local and national retail discounts; and a host of enhanced family-friendly policies including carers leave and paid time off for volunteering.

Ourcommitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion:

At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce.Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peersupport, education and safe spaces for all.

Ourcommitment toGuaranteed Interview Schemes:

As a DisabilityConfident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job.We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships.We are alsocommitted to helping andsupporting those transitioning from HM ArmedForces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service.

Ourcommitment toSafeguarding:

Oxfordshire County Council arecommitted to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers toshare thiscommitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments.

Ourcommitment toFlexible Working:

We are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexi-time, part time working, job sharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service.

Follow us on Social Media

Stay up-to-date with the latest news and featured jobs from Oxfordshire County Council by following us onLinkedIn,Facebook,TwitterandInstagram.

If you encounter any technical issues with the application system, please contact us at: careers@oxfordshire.gov.uk

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

About Us

The Family Solutions Service in Didcot are seeking to recruit a Family Help Practitioner to join their Family Help Team.The successful candidate will be enthusiastic worker who is passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people.

About the Role

This role is a Grade 10, 37 hours per week, with a flexible working pattern to meet the needs of the service. The ability to travel across the South Oxfordshire area is essential.

The work will include completing Strengths and Needs Assessments and Family Help case management involving direct work with children, young people and their families providing timely support and interventions to address safeguarding concerns and reduce risks to children and young people.This includes leading Team Around the Family meetings and delivering a range of evidence-based group programmes to children, young people and families who meet the threshold for the service.

As part of our team, you will:

• Focus on successful outcomes for families using a relational, strengths-based approach.
• Use motivational interviewing to engage and support families with making the changes they need.
• Be supported with individual supervision to promote your wellbeing and professional development.
• Have opportunities to continue to learn while you work, by undertaking training, webinars, practice learning events and reflective sessions.

About you

We would like to hear from you if you are…

• Kind and caring, with an understanding of and respect for individuals’ qualities, abilities, and diverse backgrounds.
• Advocating for equality and integrity in all you do.
• Always learning, with a passion to grow and develop your skills.
• Willing totake responsibilityand contribute to the delivery of Oxfordshire County Council’s vision.
• Driven to do it differently to embark on a journey of continuous improvement.

Rewards and benefits

• Culture of flexible working
• Technology tosupport agile working
• 30day’s holiday p.a. plus bank holidays
• Option to ‘buy’ additional holiday
• Employee Assistance Programme including access to health and wellbeingsupport
• Membership of the Local Government contributory pension scheme, with an employer’s contribution of up to 19.9%
• Enhanced family friendly policies
• Local and national discounts for shopping and travel
• Great learning and development opportunities tosupport your ongoing development.

Ourcommitment to:
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce.Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peersupport, education and safe spaces for all.

Ourcommitment to:
Guaranteed Interview Schemes

As a DisabilityConfident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job.We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships.We are alsocommitted to helping andsupporting those transitioning from HM ArmedForces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service.

Ourcommitment to:
Safeguarding

Oxfordshire County Council arecommitted to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers toshare thiscommitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments.

Ourcommitment to:
Flexible Working

We are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexi-time, part time working, jobsharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service.

Follow us on Social Media

Stay up-to-date with the latest news and featured jobs from Oxfordshire County Council by following us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

If you encounter any technical issues with the application system, please contact us at: careers@oxfordshire.gov.uk

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme