Children's Practitioner - Family Safeguarding & Support

Oxfordshire County Council; Oxford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the UK is seeking a dedicated Children's Practitioner to enhance its Family Safeguarding & Support team. The successful candidate will manage a caseload while utilizing a strengths-based approach to ensure children and families receive exceptional service. This role requires experience in social work and a profound understanding of safeguarding principles. The position offers competitive benefits including 30 days of annual leave plus bank holidays and access to professional development opportunities.

Benefits

30 days annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Childcare vouchers

Cycle to work scheme

Staff discounts

Qualifications

• Relevant experience of working with children and/or young people and/or families.
• Understanding the impact of abuse, social deprivation, and disadvantage.
• Knowledge of safeguarding principles.
• Ability to assess and create outcome-driven plans.

Responsibilities

• Deliver efficient and effective services.
• Utilise the FSS Workbook modules.
• Prepare and submit written reports.
• Attend reviews and core groups.
• Keep the social worker informed of significant information.

Skills

Understanding of diverse backgrounds

Advocacy for equality and integrity

Passion for continuous improvement

Experience working with children

Job description

A local authority in the UK is seeking a dedicated Children's Practitioner to enhance its Family Safeguarding & Support team. The successful candidate will manage a caseload while utilizing a strengths-based approach to ensure children and families receive exceptional service. This role requires experience in social work and a profound understanding of safeguarding principles. The position offers competitive benefits including 30 days of annual leave plus bank holidays and access to professional development opportunities.