Child Protection Chair

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 20 April 2026
LOCATION
Oxfordshire
TYPE
Temporary
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£60,485 / year
CATEGORY
Social Care
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

Management Child Protection Social Work Caseload Management Relational Practice Motivational Interviewing

FULL DESCRIPTION

Child Protection Chair

We are looking for a Child Protection Chair for a fixed period of time up until February 2026, who has relevant experience at management level and can support the delivery of a high-quality services to ensure the best outcomes for Oxfordshire Children.

Job Introduction

We are looking for a Child Protection Chair for a fixed period of time up until February 2026, who has relevant experience at management level and can support the delivery of a high-quality services to ensure the best outcomes for Oxfordshire Children.

As part of our team, you will:

  • Focus on successful outcomes for families using a relational, strengths-based approach.
  • Use motivational interviewing to engage and support children and families
  • Be supported with individual supervision to promote your wellbeing and professional development.
  • Hold a manageable caseload as directed by the IRO handbook to ensure that you have the time you need to spend with the children and families you are working with.
  • Have opportunities to continue to learn while you work, by undertaking training, webinars, practice learning events and reflective sessions.

About you

We would like to hear from you if you are…

  • Kind and caring, with an understanding of 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 [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk]’s vision.
  • Driven to do it differently to embark on a journey of continuous improvement.

Rewards and Benefits

  • Competitive salary from £57,178 - £60,485
  • 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 wellbeing support 24 x7.
  • 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.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Ruth Bryant [contact hidden] [contact hidden]

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