Children's SW - Assessment Team - Oxfordshire
We are seeking a committed and experienced Children’s Social Worker to join an Assessment Team supporting children, young people and their families. You will undertake high-quality assessments of need and risk, ensuring that children’s welfare remains central to all decision-making. The role involves working with families at a key stage, identifying strengths and concerns, and developing effective plans that promote safety, stability and positive outcomes.
Your responsibilities will include responding to referrals, completing timely assessments, undertaking statutory visits, and preparing clear, evidence-based reports. You will work collaboratively with children, parents and carers, schools, health professionals, police and other partner agencies. Where appropriate, you will initiate and contribute to child protection procedures, arrange services, and make recommendations regarding the most suitable support or intervention.
You will maintain accurate and up-to-date case records, participate in team meetings, reviews and professional discussions, and ensure that all work complies with relevant legislation, regulations, policies and professional standards. You will also need to manage a varied caseload, prioritise competing demands, and demonstrate sound professional judgement in complex and sometimes high-pressure situations.
Applicants must hold a recognised Social Work qualification and current registration with Social Work England. You should have relevant experience of children’s social care, including assessment and safeguarding, together with a sound understanding of the Children Act, statutory guidance and strengths-based practice. Experience of working within an Assessment or Front Door service would be advantageous.
You will be a confident communicator who can build respectful relationships, engage effectively with children and families, and challenge appropriately when necessary. The successful candidate will demonstrate resilience, reflective practice, strong written and analytical skills, and a commitment to equality, inclusion and improving outcomes for children. A valid driving licence and the ability to travel for visits and meetings may be required.
Children's SW - Assessment Team - Oxfordshire
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