Disability Services Team Manager

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Kidlington; On-site; GBP 57,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in England is seeking a qualified Social Worker to lead a social care team focused on safeguarding vulnerable children. Responsibilities include managing assessments and interventions for families in need while ensuring compliance with relevant policies. The role offers a competitive salary, relocation allowance, flexible working options, and extensive benefits, making it ideal for individuals passionate about public service.

Benefits

Competitive salary from £57,178- £60,485

Relocation allowance of up to £8,000

30 days annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working options

Employee Assistance Programme

Family-friendly policies

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker with relevant experience.
• Team management experience is essential.
• Passionate about delivering high-quality public services.

Responsibilities

• Manage a social care team providing high-quality support.
• Ensure timely assessment and intervention for families in need.
• Monitor adherence to County policies and manage team budgets.

Skills

Team management experience

Understanding of diverse backgrounds

Passion for public services

Advocating for equality and integrity

Willingness to learn

Education

Qualified Social Worker, Registered with Social Work England

Job description

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 Children, Education, & Families directorate, we’recommittedto 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 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 – including successful operation of our transformational model Family Solutions Plus (FSP).

Together, we’re the moment makers and we’re focussed on making every day the best it can be for our residents.Whatever you do here, you’ll look around and say, “I make a difference”. Because we’re all creating lasting change to people’s lives in Oxfordshire.

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.

Are you in?

About the Role

This is a brief overview of the key objectives of the job including the context within the team/department.Responsible for managing a social care team, ensuring that children, young people, and families in need of help and protection receive timely, high quality assessment and relevantsupportand intervention, to identify and meet their needs, and reduce risks.

Supportingthe Service Manager/Head of Service in the continual development, delivery and review of services for children, young people and their families, to ensure that Oxfordshire’s vulnerable children are protected from significant harm, their life chances are maximised and that timely permanency plans are implemented for children unable to remain within their birth families.

Responsible for ensuring that all relevant County policies and procedures are adhered to and concerns are raised in accordance with these policies.

Responsible for effective management of the team’s budget.

About you

You’re 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.

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.

We would like to hear from you if you are:

• A Qualified Social Worker, and Registered with Social Work England
• Team management experience
• If you are an International Social Worker, please apply via the International Social Worker Vacancy also on the Careers page
• Kindand caring, with anunderstandingof and respect for individuals’ qualities, abilities, and diverse backgrounds.
• Advocating for equality and integrity in all you do.
• Always learning, with a passion to grow and develop your skills.
• Willing to take responsibility and contribute to the delivery of Oxfordshire County Council’s vision.
• Drivento do it differently to embark on a journey of continuous improvement.

Rewards and Benefits

• Competitive salary from £57,178- £60,485.
• Relocation allowance of up to £8,000.
• Annual leave starting at 30 days per year (plus bank holidays).
• A comprehensive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Flexible working.
• Employee Assistance Programme including access to health and wellbeingsupport24x7.
• 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.

Curious to learn more? Contact our friendly team for aconfidentialand informative chat! Louise Nerurkar, Service Manager, [e-mail]

Ourcommitmentto:
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 peersupport, 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, full time and 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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