Our client Oxfordshire county council is looking for an Experienced Social worker to join their family support & safeguarding team. Job purpose To provide professional social work to a caseload of children, young people, and families, appropriate to experience and capabilities, ensuring their views are heard. To ensure the highest of professional standards and good overall knowledge of relevant law, legislation, and practice in line with the values and principles of FSS. To ensure provision of good quality services which integrate government and local guidance and initiatives including, Children Acts 1989 & 2004, Working Together, local Child Protection and Looked After Children procedures, and the DoH, Assessment Framework 2000. Job Responsibilities To provide an efficient and effective service to children, young people, and their families, ensuring that the needs of the children and their parents/carers are professionally assessed, and that relevant...

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK Are you passionate about working with children and eager to start your career in early childhood education? As an Early Years Assistant (Unqualified) at Busy Bees, you’ll gain valuable experience in a dynamic environment while helping children grow and develop. This role is perfect for anyone eager to learn and grow in their professional journey, with ongoing support and training to help you succeed in the early years sector. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part...

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK As a Level 3 Qualified Early Years Assistant, you’ll be at the forefront of delivering outstanding care and education to children at Busy Bees. Your expertise will play a key role in supporting the development of our Bee Curious curriculum, while guiding and mentoring unqualified team members. This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about early years education and are looking to take on greater responsibility in a thriving and supportive setting. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where...

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK Are you a passionate leader with a background in early childhood education and management? As an Assistant Centre Director at Busy Bees, you will support the Centre Director in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the centre. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and wants to make a difference in the lives of children while leading a team towards educational excellence. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part...

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK As an Early Years Educator, you will play a leading role in fostering the intellectual, social, and emotional development of children at Busy Bees. Join a company that values high-quality education and provides ample growth opportunities. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you’ll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership with BBC...

Our client Oxfordshire county council is looking for an Assistant Team Manager to join their Assessment team. Key Responsibilities Support the Team Manager in leading and managing the Assessment Team. Provide supervision, coaching, and performance management to social workers (often 3-6 staff). Ensure assessments are completed within statutory timescales and are of high quality. Oversee complex child protection, child in need, and looked-after children cases. Make threshold decisions and provide management oversight on referrals and assessments. Chair strategy meetings, child protection conferences, planning meetings, and professional meetings where required. Promote relationship-based, strengths-based, and restorative practice. Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and safeguarding procedures. Monitor team performance, quality assurance, and audit casework. Deputise for the Team Manager during absences. Work collaboratively with partner agencies to...

Are you passionate about teaching swimming and making a real difference to children's lives? Abingdon School has an exciting Swimming Assistant SEQ or STA LEVEL 1 opportunity! Location: Park Road, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 1DE Salary: £14.55 per hour Job Type: Casual worker About Us: The Foundation comprises two schools: Abingdon School and Abingdon Prep School, as well as Abingdon School Enterprises. Abingdon School is a leading independent day and boarding school with more than 1,000 pupils aged 11-18. Currently a boys' school, it will become co-educational from September 2026. Abingdon Prep School is a vibrant and warm day preparatory school with around 200 pupils aged 4-13 which has been co-educational since last year. Both Schools are situated in beautiful and extensive grounds, with the senior school in the heart of Abingdon on Thames, just south of Oxford, and the Prep School located a few miles away in nearby Frilford. Swimming Assistant - The...

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK As an Early Years Educator, you will play a leading role in fostering the intellectual, social, and emotional development of children at Busy Bees. Join a company that values high-quality education and provides ample growth opportunities. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you’ll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our Charitable Commitment Through our partnership...

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK Are you passionate about working with children and eager to start your career in early childhood education? As an Early Years Assistant (Unqualified) at Busy Bees, you’ll gain valuable experience in a dynamic environment while helping children grow and develop. This role is perfect for anyone eager to learn and grow in their professional journey, with ongoing support and training to help you succeed in the early years sector. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part...

Role Overview: Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK Are you a passionate leader with a background in early childhood education and management? As an Assistant Centre Director at Busy Bees, you will support the Centre Director in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the centre. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and wants to make a difference in the lives of children while leading a team towards educational excellence. About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part...

Nursery – Bright Horizons Harwell Day Nursery Salary – £27,310.40 - £28,392per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience) Hours - 40 Hours Per Week | Mon-Fri | Permanent Location – Harwell Oxfordshire Are you looking to work for an organisation whose culture is driven by our HEART principles – Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where you can be yourself, feel supported, and help to make a difference to the next generation? Somewhere you can say: “I did that.” We’re looking for an Early Years Practitioner to join our Harwell Day Nursery! This nursery cares for up to 94 children aged 3 months to 5 years. Based in the Harwell Campus in Didcot the nursery has a large range of resources and activities including a mini kitchen for the children to get involved in cooking with our qualified nursery chef and also dance classes with Boogie Mites where the children can express themselves and learn through music and movement. Our Benefits...

Nursery – Bright Horizons St Marys Abingdon Day Nursery Salary – Starting from £27,310.40 - £28,392 per annum (dependant on qualification/s and experience) Location –  Abingdon OX14 1AA Are you looking to work for an organisation whose culture is driven by our HEART principles – Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where you can be yourself, feel supported, and help to make a difference to the next generation? Somewhere you can say: “I did that.” We’re looking for an Early Years Practitioner to join our St Marys Abingdon Day nursery. Our Ofsted rated 'Good' Nursery offers 114 places caring for children of 3 months up to 5 years and includes arts and crafts area's, reading corners, imagination area's and a large garden that includes vegetable patches and a climbing frame! Our Benefits: Childcare discount of 50% for first child* Enhanced parental leave 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure. Ability to...

Nursery – Bright Horizons Witney Day Nursery Salary – Starting from £13.13 - £13.65 per hour (dependant on qualification/s and experience) Location – Witney, Oxfordshire Are you looking to work for an organisation whose culture is driven by our HEART principles – Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where you can be yourself, feel supported, and help to make a difference to the next generation? Somewhere you can say: “I did that.” We’re looking for a flexible working practitioner t o join our Witney nursery. This Ofsted rated 'Good' nursery caters for up to 85 children from ages 3 months up to 5 years. It includes 3 age based rooms and a beautiful outdoor space for the children to enjoy. Our Benefits Childcare discount of 40% for first child* Enhanced parental leave Pension Financial and wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP appointments, early access to wages, and more Professional development programme...

Nursery – Bright Horizons Didcot Day Nursery Salary – £27,976 per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience) Hours - 40 Hours Per Week | Mon-Fri | Permanent Location – Didcot OX11 6GR Are you looking to work for an organisation whose culture is driven by our HEART principles – Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where you can be yourself, feel supported, and help to make a difference to the next generation? Somewhere you can say: “I did that.” We’re looking for an Early Years Assistant to join our Didcot Day Nursery! This Ofsted rated Good nursery caters for up to 128 children and supports children aged 3 months to 5 years. Our Benefits Childcare discount of 40% for first child Enhanced parental leave 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and paid Christmas closure. Ability to also purchase additional leave* Pension Financial and wellbeing benefits including 24/7 virtual GP appointments, early access to...

Nursery – Bright Horizons Didcot Day Nursery Salary – Starting from £31,241.60 per annum pro rata (dependent on qualification/s and experience) Hours - Full time, 40 hours per week Contract  - Fixed term maternity cover, 9-12 months form May 2026 Location – Didot, Oxfordshire Are you looking to work for an organisation whose culture is driven by our HEART principles – Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where you can be yourself, feel supported, and help to make a difference to the next generation? Somewhere you can say: “I did that.” We’re looking for a Room Leader to join our Didcot nursery. The nursery is a purpose built 112 place building offering seven individual home-bases, each tailored to different age groups. The nursery is Ofsted rated 'Good' has a large garden and play area which the children enjoy on a regular basis! We are less than a mile from the centre of Didcot with onsite parking. Our Benefits Childcare...

Nursery – Bright Horizons Harwell Day Nursery Salary – £22,064.64 per annum (dependent on qualification/s and experience) Hours - 32 Hours per week | 4 Day per week | Permanent Location – Harwell, Oxfordshire Are you looking to work for an organisation whose culture is driven by our HEART principles – Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where you can be yourself, feel supported, and help to make a difference to the next generation? Somewhere you can say: “I did that.” We’re looking for an Early Years Assistant to join our Harwell nursery. This nursery cares for up to 94 children aged 3 months to 5 years. Based in the Harwell Campus in Didcot the nursery has a large range of resources and activities including a mini kitchen for the children to get involved in cooking with our qualified nursery chef and also dance classes with Boogie Mites where the children can express themselves and learn through music and movement. Our Benefits...

Nursery – Bright Horizons Little Stars Day Nursery Salary – Starting from £28,496 - £29,619.20 per annum (dependant on qualification/s and experience) Hours - 40 Hours Per Week | Mon-Fri Location –Harwell, 0X11 Are you looking to work for an organisation whose culture is driven by our HEART principles – Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where you can be yourself, feel supported, and help to make a difference to the next generation? Somewhere you can say: “I did that.” We’re looking for a full time Early Years Practitioner to join our lLittle Stars Nursery. The beautiful 63 place nursery is proudly rated 'Good' by Ofsted and is based in Didcot with onsite parking and good transport links. The nursery offers a wide range of extracurricular activities such as Forest School, and features well-resourced rooms and a spacious garden for lots of outdoor teaching and learning! Our Benefits: Childcare discount of 50% for first child...

Nursery – Bright Horizons Little Stars Day Nursery Salary – £13.70-£14.24 per annum (dependant on qualification/s and experience) Location – Harwell, OX11 0QX Are you looking to work for an organisation whose culture is driven by our HEART principles – Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where you can be yourself, feel supported, and help to make a difference to the next generation? Somewhere you can say: “I did that.” We’re looking for a flexible working practitioner to join our Bright Flex / Bank team at our Little Stars nursery. The beautiful 63 place nursery is proudly rated 'Good' by Ofsted and is based in Didcot with onsite parking and good transport links. The nursery offers a wide range of extracurricular activities such as Forest School, and features well-resourced rooms and a spacious garden for lots of outdoor teaching and learning! Our Benefits Childcare discount of 40% for first child* Enhanced parental leave...

Nursery – Bright Horizons Milton Park Day Nursery Salary – Starting from £13.70-£14.24 per hour (dependant on qualification/s and experience) Location – Abingdon OX14 4RY Are you looking to work for an organisation whose culture is driven by our HEART principles – Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where you can be yourself, feel supported, and help to make a difference to the next generation? Somewhere you can say: “I did that.” We’re looking for a flexible working practitioner to join our Bright Flex / Bank team at our Milton Park Day Nursery on a full time, permanent basis. Our Bright Horizons Milton Park Day Nursery and Preschool is Ofsted rated 'Good' , has good transport links, and onsite parking. The nursery has 148 places and is purpose built, so boasts spacious rooms and has a large garden area with climbing equipment, cycling space, sensory stations and a dedicated baby garden which the children use is all...

Nursery – Bright Horizons Didcot Day Nursery and Preschool Salary – Starting from £28,496 - £29,619.20 per annum (full time equivalent, dependent on qualification/s and experience) Hours - 40 Hours Per Week | Mon- Fri | Permanent Location – Didcot, Oxfordshire Are you looking to work for an organisation whose culture is driven by our HEART principles – Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork? Where you can be yourself, feel supported, and help to make a difference to the next generation? Somewhere you can say: “I did that.” We’re looking for an Early Years Practitioner to join our Didcot nursery. The nursery is a purpose built 112 place building offering seven individual home-bases, each tailored to different age groups. The nursery is Ofsted rated 'Good' has a large garden and play area which the children enjoy on a regular basis! We are less than a mile from the centre of Didcot with onsite p arking. Our Benefits Childcare discount...