Social Worker OCC617026
- Oxfordshire County Council
- Full Time
- Oxford
Job Description
Job details
Salary range: £35,745 - £42,403 per annum Work location: Countywide role with a combination of remote, face to face and office-based working is expected depending on the needs of the people supported.Hours per week: 37 - we are open to discussions about flexible working Contract type: Temporary for 18 months Vetting requirements: This role is subject to a Criminal Records Check.
Closing date: Wednesday 31st July 2024 - please note, the advert may be closed early if sufficient applications are receivedInterview date: TBC
About us
We're transforming the way we help our frontline social workers support our communities to get the best outcomes possible for each and every person we work with. We do this through our commitment of strengthened supervision, ongoing professional training and manageable caseloads, so that you can bring your best self to the people you work with.
About the role
We continue to be a financially stable local authority and our investment in Adult Services has created a number of vacancies. As a result, we have an exciting opportunity to join our Moving into Adulthood Team for as a Qualified Social Worker. The team works with young people between the ages of 18-25 and we are looking for a Qualified Social Worker who have a genuine passion for improving outcomes for young people transitioning to Adult Social Care in Oxfordshire.
It is fantastic and unique chance to work with young people and their families on a long-term basis which gives Social Workers the opportunity to build rapport and establish positive relationships with the people they support.
About you
As a Qualified Social Worker in the Moving into Adulthood Team,
- You will be joining a team that is brave and innovative that listens, learns and celebrates success.
- You will empower people in your community to identify their strengths and desired outcomes, embracing new ideas and ways of doing things to improve and maintain their independence with a strong commitment to working with families and our key partners in other Adult Social Care Teams, Children's Social Care, Education and Health.
- Utilise a strength-based approach to promote people's wellbeing to help them achieve their desired outcomes.
- Support people and carers to ensure their voice is heard through advocacy where necessary.
Rewards and benefits
- Culture of flexible working
- Technology to support agile working where role permits
- Up to 33 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
Would you like to know more?
Please click here to view the Job Description and Selection Criteria
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Olusegun Adekoya, Operations Manager [email protected] or 07584 217355.
Application Procedure
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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 reassignment, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you're pregnant or on family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support and safe spaces for staff.
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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