Social Worker/senior Practitioner - Family Support And Safeguarding - Witney Witney, United Kingdom £38220 - £49282 Permanent Apply By No Expiry Date Posted On 8 April, 2026

Oxfordshire County Council

Witney, United Kingdom
£38,220 - £49,282 py
On-site
Family support and safeguarding workbook
Strengths-based approach
Children acts 1989 & 2004
Oxfordshire County Council is looking for a qualified Social Worker/Senior Practitioner to join their Family Support and Safeguarding team in Witney, UK. The role involves managing caseloads, conducting assessments, and ensuring compliance with child protection policies, all while contributing to a supportive and inclusive work environment

Job Summary

  • Together, we’re shaping children’s social care for the future, and every day, our colleagues are helping to transform the lives of the residents of Oxfordshire.
  • You will manage a caseload tailored to your experience, ensuring that children’s and their families’ voices are heard, and their needs are met.
  • Annual leave starting at 30 days per year (plus bank holidays) and a comprehensive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) are among the rewards and benefits offered.

Matching Summary

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Oxfordshire County Council is looking for a qualified Social Worker/Senior Practitioner to join their Family Support and Safeguarding team in Witney, UK. The role involves managing caseloads, conducting assessments, and ensuring compliance with child protection policies, all while contributing to a supportive and inclusive work environment.

Salary

£38220 - £49282

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Family Support and Safeguarding Workbook
  • strengths-based approach
  • Children Acts 1989 & 2004
  • Child Protection procedures
  • s47 Children Act 1989 investigations
  • ICT case record maintenance

Nice-to-have

  • Motivational Interviewing
  • cycle of change application
  • supportive and energised nature

Key Requirements

  • qualified experienced Social Worker
  • good working knowledge of services
  • good understanding of safeguarding
  • relevant legislation, guidance, policy and procedures
  • ability to travel

Work Rights

Not specified

Tailored Resume

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