Job Summary
Oxfordshire County Council is on an exciting journey towards Delivering the Future Together, an ambitious transformation programme designed to make the council an employer, partner, and place shaper of choice.
The Children, Education, & Families Directorate focuses on helping children, young people, and families to thrive. The council values building relationships, empowering people, and using restorative, relational practice approaches.
Rated consistently “Good” by Ofsted, Oxfordshire County Council is financially stable and committed to investing in children, education, and families to improve services further.
- Employer: Oxfordshire County Council
- Job Title: Social Worker
- Location: United Kingdom
- Salary: £41,771 to £49,282 per year
- Job Type: Full-time
- Contract: Permanent
- Working Pattern: Full-time
- Closing Date: 24 October 2025
Main Duties of the Role
Social workers at Oxfordshire County Council are supported through manageable caseloads, reflective supervision, professional development, and a focus on wellbeing.
Key responsibilities include:
Focusing on successful outcomes for families using a relational, strengths-based approach.
Using motivational interviewing to support families in making positive changes.
Receiving individual supervision to promote wellbeing and professional growth.
Holding a manageable caseload of no more than 18 children (for experienced social workers).
Taking part in training, webinars, practice learning events, and reflective sessions.
Supporting children and young people when living away from home under the Children’s Act 1989 (S31 and S20).
Helping children achieve permanence via adoption, guardianships, and fostering.
Supporting care plans, including preparing young people for adulthood.
About You
Oxfordshire County Council is seeking individuals who are:
Kind and caring, with respect for diversity and individual qualities.
Advocates for equality and integrity in all actions.
Passionate about learning and professional development.
Responsible and committed to delivering the council’s vision.
Driven to innovate and continuously improve.
Rewards and Benefits
Competitive salary: £41,771 – £49,282
Welcome and loyalty payment: £3,500
Relocation allowance: up to £8,000
Annual leave starting at 30 days (plus bank holidays)
Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
Flexible working arrangements
Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support)
Family-friendly policies
Discounts on travel, holidays, insurance, food, health, and leisure activities
Cycle to work scheme, electric car scheme, and childcare vouchers
Excellent learning and development opportunities
Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Oxfordshire County Council celebrates workforce diversity and ensures everyone is valued, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or parental status.
The council also offers peer-support through staff network groups.
Guaranteed Interview Schemes
Disabled applicants meeting essential criteria are guaranteed an interview.
Care leavers with further education who meet essential criteria are guaranteed an interview.
Apprenticeships are available for care leavers without further education.
Applicants transitioning from HM Armed Forces within three years of service are guaranteed an interview if criteria are met.
Safeguarding Commitment
The council is committed to safeguarding children, young people, and adults. All recruitment practices reflect this commitment.
Flexible Working Options
Flexible working discussions are encouraged, which may include:
Flexi-time
Part-time working
Job sharing
Nine-day fortnights
Annualised hours
Person Specification
Essential: Refer to job description above
Desirable: Refer to job description above
Additional Information
DBS Check: This role requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Certificate of Sponsorship: Skilled Worker sponsorship applications are welcome.
Criminal Records Certificates: Applicants may need to provide certificates from countries lived in for 12+ months over the past 10 years.
UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
How to Apply:
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