Senior Business Support Officer - Oxfordshire Safeguarding Children Partnership

Job Introduction

About us

Are you passionate about making a positive impact to the lives of children and their families in Oxfordshire?

The OSCP is dedicated to ensuring that services are delivered effectively and timely to keep children safe and support their wellbeing.

Our partnership includes 3 key agencies with statutory safeguarding responsibilities: Oxfordshire County Council (Children, Families and Education), Health (Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Berkshire West Integrated Care Board), and Thames Valley Police. Under the guidance of the "Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023" framework, these agencies collaborate to define and implement local Multi-Agency Safeguarding Arrangements.

About the role

You will manage the day-to-day operations of the business unit. You will report to the Business Manager and engage with all partner agencies including private, public and voluntary sector organisations. You will provide efficient and effective minute taking, appointment scheduling, database maintenance and office management. Safeguarding and confidentiality will underpin everything you do, so you must possess a strong working knowledge of safeguarding principles.

Please read the Job Description for a full list of responsibilities.

About you

You will represent OSCP and the Business Manager, as such you must possess a strong sense of professionalism and office management processes.

You will be required to act with a high degree of sensitivity and confidentiality when dealing with children’s files, records and databases. Previous experience of working in a children’s social care or safeguarding environment is beneficial.

Your advanced verbal and written communication skills will be crucial when interacting with elected members, chief officers, directors, and heads of service.

We are looking for a proactive, friendly and organised individual to join our team!

Please specify how you meet the Person Specification and why you would like to work for OSCP in your Supporting Statement.

Please note, previous applicants need not apply.

Rewards and benefits

As part of our team, you’ll benefit from the following;

•Vivup benefits platform

•Vivup highfive recognition platform

•Cyclescheme (for eco-conscious commuters)

•Electric vehicle lease scheme

•Discounts at local retailers

•Salary finance options

•Up to 33 days of annual leave (including bank holidays)

•A competitive 19.9% employer pension contribution rate

Our commitment to:
 Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce. Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all.

Our commitment to:
Guaranteed Interview Schemes

As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job. We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships. We are also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM Armed Forces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service.

Our commitment to:
Safeguarding

Oxfordshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect these commitments.

Our commitment to:
Flexible Working

We are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexi-time, part time working, job sharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service.

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