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.

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.

✅ 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

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

We're keen to hear from passionate, child-focused practitioners who are committed to delivering excellent social work practice.

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

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.

📧 daryl.jackson@liquidpersonnel.com
📞 0203 319 3129

Unfortunately, sponsorship is not available for this position