Social Worker

My Social Work News; Oxford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care organization in Oxford is looking for a Children’s Residential Waking Night Officer. This full-time role entails supporting children and young people overnight, addressing their needs and safeguarding concerns. Offering a competitive hourly rate of £15.84, this position allows flexibility while making a significant impact on young lives. The successful candidate will be part of a supportive team dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing environment.

Benefits

Flexible work assignments

Competitive pay rate

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and young people.
• Ability to address safeguarding concerns promptly.
• Flexibility to work across different settings and times.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and assess children's needs.
• Work with local council on safeguarding issues.
• Support children transitioning successfully.

Skills

Monitoring and assessment

Safeguarding

Collaboration with professionals

Emergency response

Job description

Are you ready for a fulfilling and dynamic role? We have an exciting opportunity for a Children’s Residential Waking Night Officer in Abingdon, offering a fantastic hourly rate of £15.84 for locum work over a 3-month period. As part of Oxfordshire’s dedicated children’s services, you will play a crucial role working overnight to provide essential support and guidance to children and young people in a localised environment. This role is full-time and offers flexibility while you help shape the future of young lives.

Perks and benefits:

• As a locum role, you’ll enjoy the freedom to choose assignments that suit your schedule, offering you flexibility and a better work-life balance. Whether you’re looking to gain diverse experience or earn extra income, locum work is a great way to achieve your goals.
• Competitive pay rate ensures your valuable contribution is rewarded appropriately.
• Opportunity to work within a supportive team environment that values professional development and growth.
• Enhance your skills with the latest training opportunities and stay ahead in your career.
• Be part of a committed and caring community that makes a real difference to young lives every day.

What you will do:

• Monitor and assess the needs of children and young people, ensuring any safeguarding concerns are promptly addressed.
• Work closely with Oxfordshire County Council to escalate safeguarding issues and report children as missing, if necessary.
• Cover for colleagues across the county as required, adapting to various settings to support our goals.
• You’ll be collaborating with the building concierge during waking nights, working weekends and bank holidays on a rota basis.
• Undertake observations and record them on electronic systems to the agreed standard and within agreed timescales.
• Support cases managed by social workers and lead services delivered through the YPSA service.
• Deliver direct interventions to promote the welfare and successful transition of children.
• Engage flexibly with other professionals in a ‘Team Around the Young Person’ approach for successful outcomes.
• Plan and deliver evidence-based interventions, adhering to risk assessments.
• Foster community knowledge and links to ensure optimal outcomes for children and families.
• Collaborate with professionals across sectors to deliver co-delivered services where beneficial.
• Fulfil responsibilities around cleaning and maintaining the health and safety of the facilities.
• Contribute to statutory processes as required and undergo necessary training and checks, including an enhanced DBS check every three years.
• Take part in emergency and on-call duties to support out-of-hours needs.

Working as a Children’s Residential Waking Night Officer in Abingdon provides not only a rewarding career but a chance to live and work in a vibrant town with a rich history and beautiful surroundings. From its charming riverside walks to a friendly community spirit, Abingdon is an ideal place to live and grow. Join us in making a meaningful impact and embrace the adventure that comes with shaping the futures of young lives.

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