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Social Worker - UASC Team

Oxfordshire County Council | Oxford
£42 per hour Umbrella
3-month contract

Caritas Recruitment is currently recruiting for an experienced Children's Social Worker to join the Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASC) Team in Oxfordshire.

This is a specialist opportunity supporting unaccompanied children and young people who have arrived in Oxfordshire either spontaneously or through the National Transfer Scheme. You will work with children in care and care leavers, supporting them as they adjust to life in the UK and develop greater independence.

The role

As a Social Worker within the UASC Team, you will:

Manage your own caseload of unaccompanied children and young people.Complete statutory social work duties within required timescales.Work with children who are commonly accommodated under Section 20 of the Children Act.Participate in the team's duty system, responding primarily to newly arrived children.Support young people as they settle into life in the UK and develop their independence.Work with children and young people from a diverse range of cultures and backgrounds.Ensure safeguarding and child protection policies and procedures are followed appropriately.Liaise with relevant specialist services across Oxfordshire and the wider UK.About you

The successful Social Worker will ideally have:

Experience within statutory Children's Social Care.Experience working with UASC, children in care or care leavers.Knowledge and understanding of the UK immigration and asylum system.Knowledge of the National Referral Mechanism (NRM).An understanding of the specialist services available to unaccompanied children and young people.The ability to manage statutory responsibilities and timescales confidently.Strong safeguarding and multi-agency working skills.Why consider this role?

This is a particularly rewarding opportunity for a Social Worker looking to build or further develop specialist UASC experience. You will support young people through significant transitions while developing your knowledge of asylum, immigration and culturally sensitive social work practice.

Contract: 3 months
Rate: £42 per hour Umbrella
Location: Oxford
Team: UASC - Unaccompanied Children and Young Person's Team

Interested?

If you have relevant Children's Social Care/UASC experience and would like to discuss the opportunity, please get in touch:

Lisa Hallinan
Principal Consultant | Caritas Recruitment
07469 676076
[email protected]

Child Protection Chair - Oxfordshire

Location: Countywide across Oxfordshire
Working pattern: Hybrid, with office attendance required 3 days per week
Pay rate: £47.50 per hour, umbrella
Contract: Initial 6-month placement, currently required until March 2027
Service: Provider Services & Safeguarding

Oxfordshire County Council is seeking an experienced Child Protection Chair to join its Provider Services & Safeguarding service. This is a countywide position supporting the delivery of effective child protection arrangements and positive outcomes for children and families.

The role

You will be responsible for chairing Child Protection Conferences and supporting high-quality safeguarding practice across Oxfordshire. The service takes a relational and strengths-based approach when working with children and families.

The successful candidate will typically chair approximately five conferences per week. You will have flexibility to manage your own diary and may arrange two conferences on the same day to help condense your required office attendance.

Key responsibilities will include:

Chairing Child Protection Conferences effectively and independentlyMaintaining a clear focus on children's safety, welfare and outcomesEnsuring that children, families and professionals are appropriately involvedSupporting robust, timely and child-focused safeguarding plansApplying a relational and strengths-based approach in work with familiesPromoting high standards of multi-agency safeguarding practiceRequirements

To be considered, you must have:

Social Work England registrationSignificant post-qualifying experience within children's safeguarding servicesPrevious experience of chairing Child Protection ConferencesRelevant management-level or senior practice experience, as identified in the role profile Strong knowledge of child protection procedures and statutory safeguarding practiceThe ability to work independently and manage a busy diaryAn Enhanced DBSThe ability to attend an Oxfordshire office 3 days per week

The specific office base is still to be confirmed, as the position operates countywide.

Why apply?Competitive rate of £47.50 per hour, umbrellaInitial six-month contractPlacement currently required until March 2027Flexibility to manage and condense your diaryOpportunity to make a meaningful contribution to safeguarding outcomes across OxfordshireSupportive service with a focus on professional development, reflective supervision and practitioner wellbeing Apply

To discuss the role or submit your CV, please contact:

Lisa Hallinan
Principal Consultant | Caritas Recruitment
Email: [email protected]
Mobile: 07469 676076

Oxfordshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults, and expects employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment.

Service Manager - Children We Care For & Leaving Care

Oxfordshire County Council, Abingdon
£48.64 Umbrella

Caritas Recruitment is currently recruiting for an experienced Service Manager to join Oxfordshire County Council, leading the Children We Care For & Leaving Care Service across South Oxfordshire.

This is a senior leadership opportunity for an experienced children's social care professional who can combine strategic oversight with strong operational leadership, driving service improvement and positive outcomes for children in care, care leavers and unaccompanied children and young people.

The Role

As Service Manager, you will:

Provide strategic and operational leadership across a large and complex Children We Care For and Leaving Care service.Lead and support experienced managers and practitioners, promoting consistently high-quality practice and performance.Drive service improvement and ensure services operate effectively and in line with statutory requirements.Oversee significant budgets and resources, monitoring performance and ensuring effective financial management.Work collaboratively with partners across health, education, the voluntary sector and the wider council.Contribute to wider Children's Services priorities and strengthen the council's approach to corporate parenting.Use performance data, quality assurance and insight to inform strategic planning and service development.Lead confidently through change, complexity and competing operational demands.About You

We're looking for an established senior children's social care leader with:

Social Work England registration and a relevant professional qualification.Substantial leadership experience within statutory Children's Social Care.Extensive experience across Children We Care For, Leaving Care, Child Protection and Children in Need services.Proven experience of leading multiple teams and delivering high performance.Strong knowledge of relevant childcare legislation, statutory guidance and safeguarding requirements.Experience of service improvement, quality assurance, performance and budget management.The ability to operate effectively at both strategic and operational level.Strong partnership-working, communication and leadership skills.Key Details

Location: Abingdon Children and Families Centre, South Oxfordshire
Rate: £48.64 Umbrella
Hours: 37 hours per week
Working pattern: Hybrid, with a minimum of 3 days per week in the office
Contract: 3 months
Start: ASAP
DBS: Enhanced DBS with Children's Barred List required
Driving: Full driving licence and business insurance required due to travel across the county

Interested?

If you're an experienced Children's Social Care Service Manager looking for your next interim opportunity, I'd love to hear from you.

Lisa Hallinan
Principal Consultant | Caritas Recruitment
[email protected]
07469 676076

Senior Social Worker - Children's Assessment ServiceOxfordshire County Council - South Locality (Abingdon)
Up to £42ph Umbrella

Caritas Recruitment is currently supporting Oxfordshire County Council in the recruitment of an experienced Senior Social Worker / Senior Practitioner to join the Children's Assessment Service based in Abingdon.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy and supportive frontline team undertaking high-quality assessments and making a real difference to children and families across Oxfordshire.

The Role

As part of the Children's Assessment Service, you will be responsible for managing a varied caseload and completing timely, robust assessments that ensure children receive the right support at the right time.

Key responsibilities include:

Undertaking Child and Family AssessmentsCompleting Section 17 and Section 47 enquiriesAssessing risk and identifying appropriate interventionsWorking directly with children, young people and familiesProducing high-quality assessments and reportsWorking collaboratively with partner agencies to achieve positive outcomesManaging cases effectively within statutory timescalesAbout You

To be considered, you will have:

Social Work England registrationSignificant Children's Social Work experiencePrevious experience within an Assessment TeamStrong assessment, analytical and decision-making skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to manage competing demands in a fast-paced environmentFull UK driving licence and access to a vehicleWhat's on Offer?£42.00 per hour Umbrella37 hours per weekFull-time locum opportunitySupportive management and team environmentImmediate start availableInterested?

If you're an experienced Children's Social Worker looking for your next locum opportunity, I'd love to hear from you.

Lisa Hallinan
Principal Consultant | Caritas Recruitment

[email protected]
07469 676076

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Leaving Care Personal Advisor

Oxfordshire County Council - Abingdon
£27.27 - £29.10 per hour Umbrella
37 Hours per Week - Hybrid Working

Caritas Recruitment is proud to be supporting Oxfordshire County Council in the recruitment of a Leaving Care Personal Advisor to join their dedicated Children We Care For and Leaving Care Service.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of care-experienced young people aged 16-25, supporting them as they transition into adulthood and independent living.

The Role

As a Leaving Care Personal Advisor, you will build strong, positive relationships with young people, helping them navigate some of life's biggest milestones. Working as a guide, advocate and trusted adult, you will support young people with accommodation, education, employment, finances, health and emotional wellbeing.

You will:

Manage a caseload of care-experienced young people aged 16-25Develop and review Pathway Plans that reflect each young person's goals and aspirationsSupport young people to access housing, education, training and employment opportunitiesAdvocate on behalf of young people with partner agencies and professionalsCoordinate services and support packages to promote independenceWork with young people from diverse backgrounds, including unaccompanied asylum-seeking young peopleMaintain accurate records and contribute to positive outcomes for young people leaving careAbout You

We are keen to hear from candidates with experience supporting young people within social care, youth services, education, housing, criminal justice, leaving care or related settings.

You will have:

Experience working directly with vulnerable young peopleStrong relationship-building and communication skillsThe ability to assess needs and develop effective support plansExperience multi-agency working and partnership collaborationExcellent organisational and case management skillsA passion for improving outcomes for care-experienced young peopleWhat's on Offer?Competitive rate of £27.27 - £29.10 per hour UmbrellaFull-time 37-hour contractHybrid working arrangementOffice base at Abingdon Children and Family CentreOpportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of young peopleSupportive and experienced team environment

If you're passionate about helping young people achieve their potential and want to be part of a service that truly changes lives, we'd love to hear from you.

For more information or to apply, contact:

Lisa Hallinan Principal Consultant | Caritas Recruitment [email protected] 07469 676076

Occupational Therapist (Adults) - South Team

Oxfordshire County Council | Didcot | £38ph Umbrella (£29.64 PAYE)

Caritas Recruitment is proud to be partnering with Oxfordshire County Council to recruit an experienced Occupational Therapist for the Adult Social Care South Team, based in Didcot.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking local authority that is transforming Adult Social Care through its Delivering the Future Together programme. You'll be part of a supportive, innovative team committed to helping residents remain safe, independent and connected to their communities.

The Role

As an Occupational Therapist within the South Team, you will work with adults across South Oxfordshire, supporting people to maximise their independence and achieve their personal goals through a strengths-based approach.

Key duties include:

Undertaking Occupational Therapy assessments within the community.Supporting adults to remain independent in their own homes.Working collaboratively with Social Workers, health professionals and partner agencies.Promoting wellbeing through creative, person-centred solutions.Recommending equipment, adaptations and assistive technology where appropriate.Advocating for service users and carers to ensure their voices are heard.Delivering high-quality assessments and interventions that achieve positive outcomes.What's on Offer?£38 per hour Umbrella£29.64 per hour PAYEFull-time hours (37 hours per week)Monday to Thursday: 9:00am - 5:00pmFriday: 9:00am - 4:30pmHybrid working modelPredominantly home and community-based workingOffice attendance once per week minimumSupportive team environment with regular supervisionExcellent professional development opportunitiesAbout You

To be considered, you will have:

HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist.Experience working within Adult Social Care.Strong assessment and care planning skills.Experience undertaking community-based assessments.Knowledge of relevant legislation and best practice.Excellent communication and partnership-working skills.A passion for supporting adults to live independently and achieve positive outcomes.Why Work with Caritas Recruitment?Dedicated consultant support throughout your assignment.Access to a wide range of local authority opportunities.Competitive rates of pay.Simple registration and compliance process.Trusted recruitment partner to councils nationwide.

Interested in finding out more?

Lisa Hallinan
Caritas Recruitment
[email protected]
07469 676076

Apply today or contact me for a confidential discussion about this role and other Occupational Therapy opportunities across the UK.