Out of Hours Social Worker - Children''s Services

Your new company Oxfordshire County Council is seeking an experienced and resilient Out of Hours Social Worker to join our Children''s Services team. This is a vital role providing emergency safeguarding support outside of standard office hours, helping to protect vulnerable children, young people, families, and adults when they need it most.You will be part of a responsive and professional service that delivers urgent interventions, advice, and guidance while working closely with partner agencies to manage risk and ensure safety until daytime services resume.Your new role Key ResponsibilitiesProvide an out-of-hours emergency response to safeguarding concerns involving children, families, and vulnerable adultsAct as the first point of contact for professionals, members of the public, and families making emergency referralsDeliver timely assessments and interventions to reduce risk and ensure immediate protectionOffer professional advice and guidance to partner agencies working with vulnerable individualsContribute to the delivery of Oxfordshire County Council''s safeguarding strategy and valuesWork collaboratively with multi-agency partners in line with relevant legislation and best practiceMaintain accurate and timely case recordings and decision-making documentationWorking PatternThis role operates on a rota basis, which may include shifts such as:5:00pm - 12:00am12:00am - 8:30am8:30am - 5:00pmFlexibility is essential as you will cover evenings, nights, weekends, and bank ..... full job details .....