We've transformed the way we help our frontline social workers get the best outcomes possible for every child and family we work with. We do this through manageable caseloads, great management support, reflective supervision, continual professional development in a learning environment, and unwavering focus on your wellbeing, so that you can always bring your best self to the children you support.
"Implementing the FSP Model has been a welcome change to the work that we do … as a social worker, it has allowed me to feel that I am not working alone. It has reinvigorated the work that I do and brought better support to families." - Senior Practitioner, Family Solutions Plus
We are looking for Newly Qualified Social Workers, Qualified Social Workers, Assistant Team Managers, & Team Managers to join us and help shape and deliver our teams; it's a really exciting time to join us!
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.
* Hold a manageable caseload of no more than 18 children as an experienced social worker, to ensure that you have the time you need to spend with the children and families you are working with.
* Have opportunities to continue to learn while you work, by undertaking training, webinars, practice learning events, and reflective sessions.
Oxfordshire County Council 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 do our very best to help children, young people, and families to thrive. We know the importance of building relationships, empowering people, and building on strengths and this is reflected in our restorative, relational practice approach.
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 families we work with. This includes the successful operation of our transformational model Family Solutions Plus (FSP)., Join us and play a part in shaping the future of adult and children's social care.
We know the people we support are the experts - so we work with them, using their knowledge and experiences to help improve our services.
For us, it means we build on our strengths, but also have the freedom to think and work differently. Whether that's finding the latest technology or changing mindset.
Let's make this happen.
If we're doing a good job, we don't stand still. How can we improve? What can we do differently?
Our proactive, positive approach to social care gives everyone the opportunity to make a difference. Sound exciting? Be part of the team that makes this happen!
Adult social care done differently
We're daring to do social care differently by supporting Oxfordshire's residents to live independently.
Working with our partners, we've developed a unique, person-centred approach, but we know there's more to do. If you are passionate about delivering excellent services, promoting independence and supporting our residents to maximise their potential then we want to hear from you.
You'll get plenty of opportunities to progress your career, learn from our friendly, experienced colleagues and develop your skills. Join us and help shape our modern and dynamic services today.
The Oxfordshire Way
Delivering social care in exciting new ways.
Here in Oxfordshire, we are proud that we deliver social care differently.
Our vision, the Oxfordshire Way, is to help people say fit, healthy and independent in their communities for as long as possible.
We keep the people we support at the heart of every decision. And that works. By listening to them and building on the positives in their lives, we can make sure they get what they need in a way that works for them.
Learn from some of our colleagues why they love delivering adult social care in Oxfordshire, We want Oxfordshire to be a great place for children and young people to grow up and have the opportunity to become everything they want to be.
We need to keep making a difference for every child, young person, family and carer in Oxfordshire and we're looking for new colleagues who can join us.
Children's social care
We've set a new direction for the services that support children, young people, and families in the county - with partnership working at its heart.
We've got an ambitious road ahead, and we need the right talent to help us.
Working in children's social care | Oxfordshire County Council
What it's like to be a children's social worker | Oxfordshire County Council (youtube.com)
Learn more about Families Solutions Plus (FSP):
Children's homes
Our three existing children's homes are all OFSTED-rated good and have some aspects that have been rated good or outstanding. Join us from the start as we open four new homes for some of our most vulnerable children later this year.
New children's homes jobs | Oxfordshire County Council
If you are passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of children and families, we invite you to explore the opportunities available at Oxfordshire County Council - Children's Services.
Together, we can build a brighter future for the children of Oxfordshire.
Hear from Claire Lewis, our Children's Home Service Manager: My personal and professional pride of working in children's homes | LinkedIn
When you work for us, you'll get access to a wide range of exciting benefits. Whether it's career opportunities, coaching and mentoring or working in a way that suits your life, we have something to help.
Develop your career.
During your career with us you'll get plenty of chances to develop your skills. Find out more about how you can grow and progress.
Our purpose - We're focused on delivering high-quality services to Oxfordshire's diverse communities.
How we work - Our agile working package means you'll be able to strike the perfect balance between home and work.
Your career journey - With a range of different support opportunities, you'll be able to grow and progress in your job.
Financial perks - You'll enjoy competitive rates of pay, a great pension scheme and a host of other helpful financial benefits.
Family friendly - Whatever their age, we'll make sure you can put your family commitments first.
Rewards and recognition - With savings on your favourite retail offers and our staff recognition scheme, you'll be rewarded for the great job you do.
Health and wellbeing - We'll give you plenty of opportunities to make sure your health and wellbeing is in tip-top shape.