Liquid Personnel
Social Worker / Senior Practitioner - Assessment Team
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Social Worker / Senior Practitioner – Assessment Team
📍 Oxfordshire | 💰 £38,220 - £49,282 (dependent on experience) + Up to £3,500 Welcome Bonus | 🏡 Hybrid Working
Are you an experienced Social Worker ready to make a meaningful impact at one of the most critical stages of a child’s journey?
Liquid Personnel is recruiting for a Social Worker / Senior Practitioner to join Oxfordshire's highly regarded Assessment Team. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a supportive and ambitious local authority that is committed to delivering outstanding outcomes for children, young people, and families while investing heavily in its workforce.
Why Oxfordshire?
This is more than just a new role - it's a chance to join a service where your expertise is recognised, your wellbeing is prioritised, and your career can truly flourish.
What's in it for you?
- Up to £3,500 Welcome Bonus
- £8,000 Relocation Package for eligible candidates
- Hybrid Working to support a healthy work-life balance
- 30 Days Annual Leave plus bank holidays
- Outstanding learning, development, and career progression opportunities
- Supportive leadership and a collaborative team culture
- The opportunity to make a real difference from day one
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The Role
As part of the Assessment Team, you'll be at the forefront of safeguarding, undertaking high-quality assessments and ensuring children receive the right support at the right time.
You will:
- Complete timely assessments and Section 47 enquiries to identify risk and determine the most appropriate interventions
- Manage a diverse caseload, contributing to Child Protection Conferences, statutory planning, and court proceedings
- Lead complex and high-risk cases, driving positive outcomes for children and families
- Support and develop less experienced colleagues through coaching, mentoring, and reflective practice
- Work closely with partners across health, education, and other agencies to deliver coordinated, child-centred support
About You
We're keen to hear from passionate, child-focused practitioners who are committed to delivering excellent social work practice.
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You'll have:
- A Degree in Social Work and current Social Work England registration
- 2+ years' post-qualified experience and successful completion of the ASYE
- Strong knowledge of safeguarding legislation, assessment frameworks, and statutory thresholds
- Excellent analytical skills, sound professional judgement, and the ability to make confident decisions in complex situations
- A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
Take the Next Step
If you're looking for a role where you can develop your career, work alongside experienced professionals, and help shape brighter futures for vulnerable children and families, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and become part of a high-performing team dedicated to keeping children safe and helping families thrive.
📧 daryl.jackson@liquidpersonnel.com
📞 0203 319 3129
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