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Residential Youth Practitioner Move on Homes Service

The Move On Homes service has a full time and part time position at Maytree House in Didcot and a full time position in Moorland House Witney. 

About Us

The Move On Service provides intensive supported housing accommodation for young people aged 16 to 18 years who are in the care of the local authority, working to create individual plans for those requiring additional support for their transition towards independent living.

You will be joining an established and experienced team at a time of change as the service is now registered under the Ofsted supported housing regulations.

About you

We are looking for enthusiastic, motivated and experienced residential youth practitioners who are dedicated to supporting young people to live their best lives and achieve positive outcomes.   

Please ensure you read the criteria for the role and evidence how you meet each one in your application.

Please specify on application your preference on location and full or part time hours. 

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Olivia Hill Team manager

About the Role

To be responsible for contributing to the day-to-day running of the home in accordance with all policies and procedures in order to provide the highest possible standards of emotional, social and physical care for residents and for implementing the requirements of the operational briefs.

To provide an integrated, considerate and planned response to the health, well-being, care and support of residents both within the move on and in the Community involving relatives, professionals and other agencies as appropriate.

To ensure that services are planned and delivered in a way that maximises participation towards preparing for independence and reflects young people’s rights in relation to the services being provided and acts on the views/wishes of residents.

To work as part of a team, operating a shift pattern including weekends, evenings and bank Holidays. Sleep in as required. Lone working is also part of the role overnight and at other times when required. 

To maintain Health and Safety standards (eg food handling, general cleaning, hygiene, COSHH, fire policies, accident reporting, first aid etc) and participate in regular internal quality assurance inspections.

To provide detailed debriefs and handovers to colleagues and managers in line with the home’s procedures.

To support young people often with high-risk complex needs and vulnerabilities to keep themselves safe and work towards independently managing their own needs by use of positive risk taking.

Rewards and benefits

Additional pay rates for sleep in shifts, bank holidays and unsociable hours.

Generous Annual Leave : Up to 33 day’s holiday p.a. (pro rata), plus bank holidays - Option to ‘buy’ additional days.

Comprehensive Pension Scheme : A generous local government pension scheme with an employer contribution of up to 19.9%, ensuring your financial security for the future.

Employee Assistance Programme : 24/7 access to telephone advice and support for a wide range of issues related to work, personal, and family life.

Enhanced Family Friendly Policies : A full range of family-friendly policies, including generous maternity, paternity, and adoption entitlements. You can also access childcare vouchers and a cycle-to-work scheme.

Training and Development : A wide range of learning and development opportunities, including continuous professional development to enhance your skills and career progression.

Local and National Discounts : Discounts on shopping, travel, insurance, food, health, and leisure activities.

Training : A 12-module training programme, with certification upon completion.

Access to Resources : Full access to Oxfordshire County Council resources to ensure a child-centred service, including psychologists and clinical and medical interventions.

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 identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all.

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.

If you encounter any issues with the application system, please contact:

About Us

Together, we’re shaping children’s social care for the future. Every day, our colleagues are helping to transform the lives of the residents of Oxfordshire. 

In our Early Help, Assessment and Prevention Directorate, we’re committed to delivering lasting change, by helping the children, young people, and families of Oxfordshire 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.

Everyday you’ll be challenged in a new way, supported by your team, in an organisation that is free thinking, flexible, and helps people achieve their ambitions. We’re not afraid to do things differently and our dynamic culture means this is a place where new ideas are embraced, and innovation thrives.

We believe that together, our differences make us stronger, and that diversity is the foundation for innovation. Here, you can create a unique career for yourself – while raising the bar for the future of children’s social care.

We’ve been consistently rated as “good” by Ofsted, and we continue to strive to do better.

About the Role

• The post holder will line manage Assistant Team Managers and Social Workers (Senior Practitioners) 
• The purpose of this job is to help children, young people and families in need of help and protection with a particular focus on managing referrals and safeguarding concerns received by the MASH for children who are newly referred or who are not currently open to a statutory social work team.
• The post holder will hold supervisory responsibility for Assistant Team Managers and senior social workers. 
• The post has lead responsibility for ensuring that the duty and assessment function in the team is managed safely and delivers outcomes effectively and in a timely way.
• Oversees the effective management of team’s budget

About you

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children, young people, and families in need of help and protection? We have a exciting Team Manager role opportunity within the MASH Service in Oxfordshire! The post holder will be free-thinking and brave, and that sets you apart. You'll be supportive and energised; you don't accept the norm if it can be done better - finding answers through exploration and courage. Just as importantly, you will embody our values in everything you do: always learning, be kind and care, equality and integrity in all we do, taking responsibility and daring to do it differently. 

Fundamentally, you'll be passionate about delivering stand-out public services, because we're here to make every moment the best it can be for the residents of Oxfordshire.

Rewards and benefits

It really is true that every single job role here contributes to bettering the lives of the people in our county - we want to do this for our employees too. We are proud of our strong flexible working culture, including the opportunity for flexibility on working hours and the use of technology to support agile working. We offer some of the best learning and development opportunities to support your ongoing development.
   
  Some of the things you can enjoy:

• Annual leave starting at 30 days per year (plus bank holidays).
• Culture of flexible working
• Technology to support agile working where role permits 
• Membership of the Local Government contributory pension scheme, employer’s contribution of up to 19.9%
• Employee Assistance Programme including access to health and wellbeing support 24 x7.
• Range of family friendly policies.
• Childcare vouchers, cycle to work scheme, electric car scheme, range of staff discounts including travel, holidays, insurance, food, health & leisure activities.
• Excellent learning and development opportunities.

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 identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all.

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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About Us

Oxfordshire County Council is dedicated to delivering high-quality public services to support our communities. The Registration Service registers births, deaths, marriages, and civil partnerships, provides citizenship ceremonies, and issues certificates. We are committed to professionalism, compassion, and helping residents mark life’s key moments with dignity.

About the Role

As a Business Admin Apprentice, you will join our Registration Service’s Support and Administration Team, based primarily at the Oxford Register Office. This is a trainee position designed for individuals with little or no previous experience in a similar role.

You will learn to provide efficient and effective administrative support to various teams, including Finance, Reception, Customer Support, Citizenship, and Certificate Production. Your responsibilities will include:

• Delivering excellent customer service and handling enquiries via telephone, email, and face-to-face.
• Liaising with senior colleagues to gather information and assemble responses.
• Presenting information and data in electronic formats (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Maintaining up-to-date records on electronic systems.
• Assisting with financial tasks such as reconciliation of electronic cash books.
• Providing general administrative support.
• Committing to ongoing self-development and completing a recognised Level 3 Business Administration apprenticeship.

About you

We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals who are eager to learn and develop their skills. The ideal candidate will have:

• 4 GCSEs (A*-C/4-9) or equivalent, including Maths and English.
• Knowledge of ICT programmes for word processing, spreadsheets, internet, and email.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• A commitment to providing excellent customer service.
• An organised approach to handling multiple tasks and meeting deadlines.
• Flexibility, accuracy, and attention to detail.

Desirable qualities include the ability to learn new computer packages, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to handle confidential work.

Rewards and benefits

• Salary: £24,413 – £24,796 per annum rade 3)
• Full-time: 37 hours per week
• Primary location: Oxford Register Office, with some flexibility for home and county-wide working
• Access to a comprehensive benefits package, including 25 days annual leave, pension scheme, and ongoing professional development opportunities
• Supportive team environment and commitment to your personal and professional growth

If you are ready to start your career in public service and make a real difference in Oxfordshire, we encourage you to apply!

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 identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all.

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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About Us

Now is a great time to join Oxfordshire County Council’s Highways & Operations team. We are committed to delivering a high-quality, safe, and sustainable road network for our communities.

We are seeking an Officer to join our Traffic & Road Safety Team, supporting casualty reduction and network improvements across the county.

What we do:

• Reduce road casualties through the annual Traffic & Road Safety Programme, including:
• Active and sustainable travel projects
• Traffic and safety improvements
• Speed management schemes
• Renew and maintain traffic signs and road markings
• Investigate and respond to public enquiries about traffic and road safety

About the Role

Supporting  a Senior Officer in delivering traffic and road safety services across the South Oxfordshire district. Key duties include:

• Inspecting and maintaining the signs and lines network
• Preparing work details and overseeing contractors
• Responding to enquiries and coordinating with councillors and the public
• Assisting with programme delivery for projects like crossings, speed limits, and signage

The role is based at County Hall, Oxford, with flexible and agile working options. Site visits for inspections and project supervision are required.

About you

• Self-motivated, able to work independently and as part of a team
• Willing to learn new skills in a fast-paced environment
• Detail-oriented with strong communication skills
• Diplomatic and able to engage positively with the public and officials

For more information, contact Lee Turner, Countywide Team Leader - Traffic & Road Safety ( ).

Rewards and benefits

• Flexible working culture
• Technology for agile working
• Up to 33 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
• Option to buy extra leave
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Local Government pension scheme (up to 19.9% employer’s contribution)
• Enhanced family-friendly policies
• Shopping and travel discounts
• Learning and development opportunities

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 identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all.

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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About Us

Now is a great time to join Oxfordshire County Council’s Highways & Operations team. We are committed to delivering a high-quality, safe, and sustainable road network for our communities.

We are seeking a Senior Officer (Engineer) to join our Traffic & Road Safety Team, supporting casualty reduction and network improvements across the county.

What we do:

• Reduce road casualties through the annual Traffic & Road Safety Programme, including:
• Active and sustainable travel projects
• Traffic and safety improvements
• Speed management schemes
• Renew and maintain traffic signs and road markings
• Investigate and respond to public enquiries about traffic and road safety

About the Role and you

Supporting the Team Leader in the delivery of a high-quality traffic & road safety and maintenance service across the County.

We are looking for a knowledgeable and enthusiastic professional with proven experience of the technical elements and legislation around the implementation of a variety of traffic and highway related schemes such as traffic calming, bus stops, pedestrian crossings, speed limit changes, junction improvements, and traffic signs and road markings. You will be responsible for the design and project management of the schemes from inception to completion and will have a high attention to detail.

There will also be an expectation for you to take on general traffic management duties such as the maintenance of traffic signs and road markings on the highway network and the investigation of enquires and complaints.

You will be adept at positively representing the County Council, whether that be in person, or through written correspondence. As well as dealing with members of the public the role has contact with all levels of the political structure, from County Councillors to Parish Councils where you will need to be diplomatic and politically aware and be sympathetic to their requests.

You will be self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision whilst working as part of a multi-disciplinary team responsible for the highway network.

You will need to be willing to learn new skills and be a team player that contributes to building a positive and engaged working environment.

The role is based at County Hall, Oxford, with flexible and agile working options. Site visits for inspections and project supervision are required.

For more information, contact Lee Turner, Countywide Team Leader - Traffic & Road Safety ( ).

Rewards and benefits

• Flexible working culture
• Technology for agile working
• Up to 33 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
• Option to buy extra leave
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Local Government pension scheme (up to 19.9% employer’s contribution)
• Enhanced family-friendly policies
• Shopping and travel discounts
• Learning and development opportunities

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 identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all.

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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About Us

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full time Senior Practitioner to join the Countywide Fostering Recruitment Team. We are seeking an experienced, passionate, and dedicated Social Worker to be part of a dynamic team, driving the recruitment of foster carers and contributing to the ongoing development of the service.
 

About the Role

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Senior Practitioner to support prospective foster carers through recruitment, assessment, training, and beyond championing the vital role of foster carers across Oxfordshire.

Our team is friendly, supportive, and committed to high quality practice, consistently receiving excellent feedback from the fostering panel. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone dedicated to the recruitment and retention of foster carers to grow their career. You will contribute to service development, lead new initiatives aligned with departmental policy, and manage your workload independently within legal and procedural frameworks.
 

About you

We are seeking a qualified Social Worker with at least three years’ post-qualifying experience, ideally within Children’s Services or Family Placement. 

A solid understanding of the recruitment and assessment process for foster carers, whether in a Local Authority or Independent Agency setting, is essential along with knowledge of frameworks, legislation, and guidance, and a willingness to further develop your skills.

You should be confident working independently, leading practice areas or projects, and modelling positive leadership within the team.

Experience in supervising or mentoring staff is desirable, and computer literacy is required.

As a Senior Practitioner, you will manage more complex cases and carry a heavier workload than basic grade Supervising Social Workers, with the potential to step into a development role.
 

Rewards and benefits

• Generous annual leave entitlement (plus bank holidays).
• Culture of flexible working  
• Technology to support agile working where role permits 
• Membership of the Local Government contributory pension scheme, employer’s contribution of up to 19.9%
• Employee Assistance Programme including access to health and wellbeing support 24 x7.
• Range of family friendly policies.
• Childcare vouchers, cycle to work scheme, electric car scheme, range of staff discounts including travel, holidays, insurance, food, health & leisure activities.
• Excellent learning and development opportunities.

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 identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all.

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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About Us
Oxfordshire County Council is at the forefront of addressing climate change and planning for a sustainable future and is the highest scoring county council in the Climate Emergency UK Scorecards. 

About the Role
Working in our Climate Action Service, this exciting new position will provide a key supporting role to senior officers across the Climate Action Service. The role will assist the Zero Carbon Oxfordshire Team in the preparation of climate action policy, research and project delivery. In addition, the role will support the Energy Systems and Retrofit Team in the administration and delivery of emissions reduction projects across the county. Across both teams the role will involve evidence gathering, data collation, monitoring and analysis to enable the successful delivery of the council’s climate objectives.   Key aspects of the Climate Officer role are:

• To support our organisation, people and partners to look forward, using analysis and evidence to inform plans, manage risks appropriately and apply insight to ensure the delivery of effective services for our local people.   

• To learn and adapt to deliver positive outcomes in efficient and consistent ways, constructively challenging how services are provided and working together to build on our strengths.   

• The role will require working with Senior Officers, Officers, Members, Suppliers, Communities and other Partners, therefore being able to build working relationships and effectively communicate professional advice is vital.

Please note: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and we reserve the right to close the advert once we have received a sufficient number. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to do so as early as possible.

About you
We seek an individual with a background in environmental science, sustainability, or a related field. The ideal candidate will possess strong organisational and project management skills, outstanding communication skills, and the ability to work in partnership with others. A passion for making a positive environmental impact is crucial.

This post sits within a friendly and supportive team concentrating on work to transform both our policy development and actual on the ground project delivery. You’ll be a confident communicator with well developed report preparation skills. You’ll be great at analysing data to assess the impact of services and help inform decisions. We are also looking for someone with project management skills who can coordinate complex multi-partner projects and collaborations.  

This is an exciting fixed-term role (until 30 June 2026) for someone with strong project management and communication skills.  An interest in climate policy, the energy system and some experience of digital mapping is a bonus, but not a necessity. This is a great opportunity for a graduate who wants to apply their skills in this growing area.

If you're eager to contribute to a role that positively influences our community and environment, we encourage you to apply to become Oxfordshire County Council's new Climate Officer.

For an informal discussion about the role please contact either Ariane Crampton via email at

 Our Rewards & Benefits 

• Culture of flexible working with a team day at County Hall every Wednesday
• Technology to support agile working where role permits
• 28 day’s holiday p.a. pro rata, 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.

How to apply

To apply, you will need to complete an online application form. This includes a section asking you to explain how you meet the requirements of the job role and selection criteria, as specified in the job description. You may attach a cover letter and/or CV to your application form; however, it is not mandatory.

 If you experience any difficulties whilst completing the application form, please contact the Recruitment Team using the Recruitment Application Enquiry Form on the Home Page. 

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 identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all.

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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About Us

Oxfordshire Youth Justice Service is a dynamic and forward-thinking multi-agency partnership committed to preventing and reducing youth crime in the County of Oxfordshire. We are passionate about improving outcomes for justice-involved children, families and victims of crime and are driven in our practice by the Child First framework and our values. 

We are proud of the service we provide in partnership for children and victims, and are fiercely motivated to address barriers and challenges in our systems including equity of access to services for vulnerable and minoritised communities and victims, disproportionate over-representation of Black and Mixed Heritage children in our justice system, and improving education outcomes for children with SEND along with other core priorities as outlined in our Youth Justice Annual Plan.

Oxfordshire Youth Justice Service sits alongside the Targeted Youth Work, SAFER (Risk outside the home) and Family Bridges (supporting families at risk of breakdown/edge of care) teams to form the Adolescence and Prevention Service. This service provides the County’s offer around adolescents with a key focus on prevention of entry and escalation into statutory systems and processes to ensure the best possible outcomes.

About the Role

This is a fixed-term role for 3 years. Candidates from within the Probation Service will be given the offer to take this as a 3-year secondment. 

The role of Probation Officer within Youth Justice Services focuses on the provision of expertise to the team around transition from youth to adult services and management of high-risk including MAPPA. The Youth Justice Probation Officer will hold a caseload of children subject to both community and custodial disposals/sentences, with a primary focus on children 17+ who are eligible for transition to the Probation Service – supporting access to adult services in line with best practice principles for transition.

Whilst there are times it is appropriate to request children visit an OCC office base for appointments; Oxfordshire YJS is a county-wide service and we mostly see children and victims in their own homes and community spaces they feel safe – this can involve a lot of travel across Oxfordshire as part of an average week. Many of our older adolescents are also in work or college so it is typical for appointments to be after they finish work/college at the end of the day – therefore, all case-managers are required to be flexible with their diary management.

About you

Candidates applying for this role will have a Professional Qualification in Probation and over 3 years of experience. Experience must be recent (within the last 2 years). We are looking for a candidate who is passionate about supporting our older adolescents as they transition between youth to adult services, which can be a time of increased vulnerability where they and their families/carers need consistent and expert support. Ideally, the candidate will have experience of working with the 18-25 cohort within Probation. Case-management within Youth Justice can be varied and requires a high degree of flexibility. We are looking for a Probation Officer who is resilient, pragmatic, highly organised and self-motivated, with skills in engaging with young people who may have had difficult experiences with authority and services, who require a person-centred and relational approach. 

Rewards and benefits

• Culture of flexible working
• Technology to support agile working where role permits
• Up to 33 days holiday pay 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

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 identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all.

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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Empowering change - children’s social care 

Together , we’re the moment makers

About the role

You will line manage Children’s Practitioners & Social Workers while also deputising for the Team Manager, when required. You will also supervise Newly Qualified Social Workers, supporting and assessing them to meet the requirements of the council's Assessed & Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) programme . In addition, you will manage the Team’s duty and assessment function.

Large part of your role will focus on supporting county safeguarding and child protection policies and ensuring that they are adhered to . You will play a lead role in improving practice, including the quality of assessments and care planning within the team, leading team meeting discussions and workshops, and updating staff on practice developments and research findings .

You will be responsible for the allocation and timely progression of new referrals into the team via the duty system, under the direction of the Team Manager.

About you  

As a qualified Social Worker, you will possess knowledge of services relevant to children, young people, families, carers, and groups, and knowledge of how to access relevant services. You working knowledge of the Family Safeguarding Model and Motivational Interviewing will be beneficial in ensuring timely progression of work with families within the FSS model, ensuring direct reports work in accordance with the model modules and attend group case supervision as required.

You should have considerable direct experience of safeguarding social work including child protection planning and legal casework, including knowledge of relevant law, legislation, guidance, policy and procedures in relation to children and families’ social work .

About us

Together , we’re shaping children’s social care for the future. Every day, our colleagues are helping to transform the lives of Oxfordshire residents.

In our Children, Education, & Families directorate, we’re committed to delivering lasting change, by helping the children, young people, and families of Oxfordshire 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 ! We’re 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 – including successful operation of our transformational model Family Support and Safeguarding (FSS) .

Our Rewards & Benefits 

• Annual leave starting at 30 days per year (plus bank holidays).
• Relocation allowance of up to £8,000 (subject to meeting eligibili criteria).
• A welcome and loyalty bonus of ,500.
• Culture of flexible working  
• Technology to support agile working where role permits 
• Membership of the Local Government contributory pension scheme, employer’s contribution of up to 19.9%
• Employee Assistance Programme including access to health and wellbeing support 24 x7.
• Range of family friendly policies.
• Childcare vouchers, cycle to work scheme, electric car scheme, range of staff discounts including travel, holidays, insurance, food, health & leisure activities.
• Excellent learning and development opportunities.

Link to our Children's Services benefits site: *  Benefits of working for children's services *

  
How to apply  

To apply, please complete our online application form.

Application requirements:

• Explain how you meet the job role requirements and selection criteria as specified in the job description attached.
• Attach a cover letter and CV to your application form.
• If you encounter any difficulties while completing the form, please contact the Recruitment Team using the Application Enquiry Form on the Home Page. 

We look forward to receiving your application!

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 identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave . We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer  support, education and safe spaces for all.

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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Stay up-to-date with the latest news and featured jobs from Oxfordshire County Council by following us on LinkedIn , Facebook , Twitter and Instagram .

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