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Working in partnership to make Oxfordshire a greener, fairer and healthier county for the county's 600,000+ residents.

Government

Oxfordshire County Council

Working in partnership to make Oxfordshire a greener, fairer and healthier county.

You need a social work qualification, 2 years of direct childcare experience, 1 year of supervisory experience, and a level 5 diploma in leadership/management or willingness to study for it.

You will ensure quality assurance and regulatory compliance, conduct internal inspections, support new home setups, manage staff, and oversee workforce development and training programs.

People, HR & Administration

Healthcare

Oxford

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 Job Introduction 
 About Us
 OCC was fortunate to be successful with bidding for DFE monies to develop and grow our in-house children’s home provisions to enable more Oxfordshire children to remain in Oxfordshire when they become Children We Care For. As a result, we are excited to be opening 4 new children’s homes before Summer 2025. Our children’s homes sit within The Residential and Edge of Care Service which works with the most vulnerable children and families, including those on the edge of care, within the Children We Care For system and those preparing for independence.
 The strategic aim of the services is to deliver integrated and individualised interventions to promote best outcomes for children and their families. We’ve got an ambitious road ahead, and we need the right talent to help us.
 
 About the Role
 This role will support the Service Manager and Registered Managers on Quality Assurance, Standards development, and Regulatory compliance for Oxfordshire’s residential children’s provision.
 The post holder will support internal inspections within the registered provisions, providing reports of findings and action plans through effective monitoring and scrutiny to the Service Manager of REoC service.
 This post will assist in the set-up process for new homes in Oxfordshire including registration of the homes, development of the A-Z handbook for staff and induction/Diploma support of staff within the new homes.
 The post holder is responsible for the line management and supervision of the Assistant Standards, Compliance and Development Manager.
 The post holder will be responsible for workforce development to ensure fairness and consistent approach towards people and performance management and including investigations, training development, and safer recruitment processes (including Warner Interviews).
 
 About you
 We are looking for an experienced Social Work Qualified Manager who has experience in working in residential children’s provisions and is enthusiastic and highly motivated to lead and develop the progression across our children’s homes.
 You will have significant specialist childcare experience including at least 2 years of direct work with children within the last 5 years and at least 1 year’s supervisory experience. The successful applicant will already hold a diploma level 5 – leadership and Management in residential Childcare or be willing to study towards it.
 For an informal discussion about the role please contact - Claire Lewis, Service Manager 07519 667977
 
 Rewards and benefits
 <ul>
 <li>Relocation expenses of up to £8,000</li>
 <li>A good OFSTED rating</li>
 <li>Regular training opportunities</li>
 <li>A flexible, agile organisation</li>
 <li>A generous local government pension scheme</li>
 <li>30 days annual leave plus bank holidays</li>
 <li>Culture of flexible working</li>
 <li>Technology to support agile working where role permits</li>
 <li>Option to ‘buy’ additional holiday</li>
 <li>Employee Assistance Programme including access to health and wellbeing support</li>
 <li>Membership of the Local Government contributory pension scheme, with an employer’s contribution of up to 19.9%</li>
 <li>Enhanced family friendly policies</li>
 <li>Local and national discounts for shopping and travel</li>
 <li>Great learning and development opportunities to support your ongoing development.</li>
 </ul>
 
 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.
 Follow us on Social Media
 Stay up-to-date with the latest news and featured jobs from Oxfordshire County Council by following us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
 
 If you encounter any technical issues with the application system, please contact us at: careers@oxfordshire.gov.uk
</div>


 Job Introduction 
  About Us
 OCC was fortunate to be successful with bidding for DFE monies to develop and grow our in-house children’s home provisions to enable more Oxfordshire children to remain in Oxfordshire when they become Children We Care For. As a result, we are excited to be opening 4 new children’s homes before Summer 2025. Our children’s homes sit within The Residential and Edge of Care Service which works with the most vulnerable children and families, including those on the edge of care, within the Children We Care For system and those preparing for independence.
 The strategic aim of the services is to deliver integrated and individualised interventions to promote best outcomes for children and their families. We’ve got an ambitious road ahead, and we need the right talent to help us.
 
  About the Role
 This role will support the Service Manager and Registered Managers on Quality Assurance, Standards development, and Regulatory compliance for Oxfordshire’s residential children’s provision.
 The post holder will support internal inspections within the registered provisions, providing reports of findings and action plans through effective monitoring and scrutiny to the Service Manager of REoC service.
 This post will assist in the set-up process for new homes in Oxfordshire including registration of the homes, development of the A-Z handbook for staff and induction/Diploma support of staff within the new homes.
 The post holder is responsible for the line management and supervision of the Assistant Standards, Compliance and Development Manager.
 The post holder will be responsible for workforce development to ensure fairness and consistent approach towards people and performance management and including investigations, training development, and safer recruitment processes (including Warner Interviews).
 
  About you
 We are looking for an experienced Social Work Qualified Manager who has experience in working in residential children’s provisions and is enthusiastic and highly motivated to lead and develop the progression across our children’s homes.
 You will have significant specialist childcare experience including at least 2 years of direct work with children within the last 5 years and at least 1 year’s supervisory experience. The successful applicant will already hold a diploma level 5 – leadership and Management in residential Childcare or be willing to study towards it.
  For an informal discussion about the role please contact - Claire Lewis, Service Manager 07519 667977
 
  Rewards and benefits
 
  Relocation expenses of up to £8,000
  A good OFSTED rating
  Regular training opportunities
  A flexible, agile organisation
  A generous local government pension scheme
  30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  Culture of flexible working
  Technology to support agile working where role permits
  Option to ‘buy’ additional holiday
  Employee Assistance Programme including access to health and wellbeing support
  Membership of the Local Government contributory pension scheme, with an employer’s contribution of up to 19.9%
  Enhanced family friendly policies
  Local and national discounts for shopping and travel
  Great learning and development opportunities to support your ongoing development.
 
 
  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.
  Follow us on Social Media
 Stay up-to-date with the latest news and featured jobs from Oxfordshire County Council by following us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
 
  If you encounter any technical issues with the application system, please contact us at: careers@oxfordshire.gov.uk


Standards, Compliance and Development Manager - REoC - Oxfordshire County Council

OXFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL

Standards, Compliance and Development Manager - REoC

You must possess strong customer service skills, local authority experience, procedural adherence, confidentiality, ICT confidence, problem-solving ability, and a proactive attitude for events.

You will engage with library users, assist with resources, perform administrative tasks, manage events, and ensure a smooth operation while maintaining confidentiality and using ICT skills.

Customer Relations

<div>
 Job Introduction 
 About us
 Libraries in Oxfordshire are trusted spaces, free to enter and open to all. Our libraries offer a range of books, digital and other resources and trained staff to help our customers. We provide cultural and creative enrichment, promote reading and literacy and provide digital access and support for our users. Our aim is to help everyone achieve their full potential and to lead healthier and happier lives with greater prosperity and stronger, more resilient communities.
 
 About the role
 Customer Service Advisers are the first point of contact with library customers and library partners. The role involves continual interaction with users of the library, face to face, via email or by telephone and is a job where you can have a significant impact on the customer experience. As well as helping customers find and use resources, this role is also detail oriented and involves performing administrative and clerical duties and organising library material and information.
 
 About you
 You will be playing a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation and professional service for members of the public at Headington Library. This front-facing role requires excellent customer service skills, and experience within a Local Authority or similar environment such as a library.
 You will need to follow procedures, maintain confidentiality, have confidence with ICT and learning new systems, and use your initiative to manage unexpected problems and situations as and when they occur. Signposting and delivering events are also key parts of the role, to which a can-do attitude is essential.
 
 Rewards and benefits
 It really is true that every single job role here contributes to bettering the lives of the people in our county - we want to do this for our employees too. We are proud of our strong flexible working culture, including the opportunity for flexibility on working hours and the use of technology to support agile working. We offer some of the best learning and development opportunities to support your ongoing development.
 We have a generous holiday allowance which rises as you remain in employment with us up to 32 days, as well as giving you the option to buy additional holiday. You will also have access to a Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contributions of up to 19.9% of your salary; a range of local and national retail discounts; and a host of enhanced family friendly policies including carers leave and paid time off for volunteering.
 
 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.
 Follow us on Social Media
 Stay up-to-date with the latest news and featured jobs from Oxfordshire County Council by following us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
 
 If you encounter any technical issues with the application system, please contact us at: careers@oxfordshire.gov.uk
</div>


 Job Introduction 
  About us
 Libraries in Oxfordshire are trusted spaces, free to enter and open to all. Our libraries offer a range of books, digital and other resources and trained staff to help our customers. We provide cultural and creative enrichment, promote reading and literacy and provide digital access and support for our users. Our aim is to help everyone achieve their full potential and to lead healthier and happier lives with greater prosperity and stronger, more resilient communities.
 
  About the role
 Customer Service Advisers are the first point of contact with library customers and library partners. The role involves continual interaction with users of the library, face to face, via email or by telephone and is a job where you can have a significant impact on the customer experience. As well as helping customers find and use resources, this role is also detail oriented and involves performing administrative and clerical duties and organising library material and information.
 
  About you
 You will be playing a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation and professional service for members of the public at Headington Library. This front-facing role requires excellent customer service skills, and experience within a Local Authority or similar environment such as a library.
 You will need to follow procedures, maintain confidentiality, have confidence with ICT and learning new systems, and use your initiative to manage unexpected problems and situations as and when they occur. Signposting and delivering events are also key parts of the role, to which a can-do attitude is essential.
 
  Rewards and benefits
 It really is true that every single job role here contributes to bettering the lives of the people in our county - we want to do this for our employees too. We are proud of our strong flexible working culture, including the opportunity for flexibility on working hours and the use of technology to support agile working. We offer some of the best learning and development opportunities to support your ongoing development.
 We have a generous holiday allowance which rises as you remain in employment with us up to 32 days, as well as giving you the option to buy additional holiday. You will also have access to a Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contributions of up to 19.9% of your salary; a range of local and national retail discounts; and a host of enhanced family friendly policies including carers leave and paid time off for volunteering.
 
  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.
  Follow us on Social Media
 Stay up-to-date with the latest news and featured jobs from Oxfordshire County Council by following us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
 
  If you encounter any technical issues with the application system, please contact us at: careers@oxfordshire.gov.uk


Customer Service Adviser - Oxfordshire County Council

Customer Service Adviser

You need excellent customer service skills, ICT confidence, experience in a Local Authority, and a can-do attitude for event delivery and problem management.

You will interact with library customers, assist with resources, perform administrative tasks, handle inquiries, signpost services, deliver events, and ensure smooth library operations.

<div>
 Job Introduction 
 About us Libraries in Oxfordshire are trusted spaces, free to enter and open to all. Our libraries offer a range of books, digital and other resources and trained staff to help our customers. We provide cultural and creative enrichment, promote reading and literacy and provide digital access and support for our users. Our aim is to help everyone achieve their full potential and to lead healthier and happier lives with greater prosperity and stronger, more resilient communities.
 
 About the role Customer Service Advisers are the first point of contact with library customers and library partners. The role involves continual interaction with users of the library, face to face, via email or by telephone and is a job where you can have a significant impact on the customer experience. As well as helping customers find and use resources, this role is also detail oriented and involves performing administrative and clerical duties and organising library material and information.
 
 About you You will be playing a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation and professional service for members of the public at Headington Library. This front-facing role requires excellent customer service skills, and experience within a Local Authority or similar environment such as a library.
 You will need to follow procedures, maintain confidentiality, have confidence with ICT and learning new systems, and use your initiative to manage unexpected problems and situations as and when they occur. Signposting and delivering events are also key parts of the role, to which a can-do attitude is essential.
 
 Rewards and benefits It really is true that every single job role here contributes to bettering the lives of the people in our county - we want to do this for our employees too. We are proud of our strong flexible working culture, including the opportunity for flexibility on working hours and the use of technology to support agile working. We offer some of the best learning and development opportunities to support your ongoing development.
 We have a generous holiday allowance which rises as you remain in employment with us up to 32 days, as well as giving you the option to buy additional holiday. You will also have access to a Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contributions of up to 19.9% of your salary; a range of local and national retail discounts; and a host of enhanced family friendly policies including carers leave and paid time off for volunteering.
 
 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.
 Follow us on Social Media
 Stay up-to-date with the latest news and featured jobs from Oxfordshire County Council by following us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
 
 If you encounter any technical issues with the application system, please contact us at: careers@oxfordshire.gov.uk
</div>


 Job Introduction 
  About us Libraries in Oxfordshire are trusted spaces, free to enter and open to all. Our libraries offer a range of books, digital and other resources and trained staff to help our customers. We provide cultural and creative enrichment, promote reading and literacy and provide digital access and support for our users. Our aim is to help everyone achieve their full potential and to lead healthier and happier lives with greater prosperity and stronger, more resilient communities.
 
  About the role Customer Service Advisers are the first point of contact with library customers and library partners. The role involves continual interaction with users of the library, face to face, via email or by telephone and is a job where you can have a significant impact on the customer experience. As well as helping customers find and use resources, this role is also detail oriented and involves performing administrative and clerical duties and organising library material and information.
 
  About you You will be playing a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation and professional service for members of the public at Headington Library. This front-facing role requires excellent customer service skills, and experience within a Local Authority or similar environment such as a library.
 You will need to follow procedures, maintain confidentiality, have confidence with ICT and learning new systems, and use your initiative to manage unexpected problems and situations as and when they occur. Signposting and delivering events are also key parts of the role, to which a can-do attitude is essential.
 
  Rewards and benefits It really is true that every single job role here contributes to bettering the lives of the people in our county - we want to do this for our employees too. We are proud of our strong flexible working culture, including the opportunity for flexibility on working hours and the use of technology to support agile working. We offer some of the best learning and development opportunities to support your ongoing development.
 We have a generous holiday allowance which rises as you remain in employment with us up to 32 days, as well as giving you the option to buy additional holiday. You will also have access to a Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contributions of up to 19.9% of your salary; a range of local and national retail discounts; and a host of enhanced family friendly policies including carers leave and paid time off for volunteering.
 
  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.
  Follow us on Social Media
 Stay up-to-date with the latest news and featured jobs from Oxfordshire County Council by following us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
 
  If you encounter any technical issues with the application system, please contact us at: careers@oxfordshire.gov.uk


You must be a qualified NQ Solicitor/CILEX Lawyer/Barrister with knowledge of law, research skills, and experience in legal practice or in-house legal departments.

You will provide high-quality legal advice on commercial contracts and procurement matters while supporting council directorates and corporate services collaboratively.

Legal

<div>
 Job Introduction 
 About Us
 Together, we’re the moment makers and we’re focussed on making every day the best it can be for our residents. Whatever you do here, you’ll look around and say, “I make a difference”. Because we’re all creating lasting change to people’s lives in Oxfordshire.
 It’s not a job – it’s a passion and together, we’re shaping legal services for the future. Every day, our colleagues are helping to transform the lives of the residents of Oxfordshire by supporting them to live the lives they want to live.
 Oxfordshire County Council’s legal service is on an exciting journey of transformation and re-shaping. We’ve re-designed and created a brand-new legal team structure to ensure our legal services can deliver for the future, now.
 Our new structure has multiple entry routes, clear career progression and career graded pay so you can make the most of your career and development, whilst working for the common good of our communities.
 Everyday you’ll be challenged in a new way, supported by your team, in an organisation that is free thinking, flexible, and helps people achieve their ambitions.
 Our Residents are at the heart of everything we do and our approach to supporting them must be as diverse as they are. We’re not afraid to do things differently and our dynamic culture means this is a place where new ideas are embraced, and innovation thrives.
 We believe that together, our differences make us stronger, and that diversity is the foundation for innovation. Here, you can create a unique career for yourself – while raising the bar for the future of UK legal services, together.
 Legal Services at Oxfordshire County Council provides key legal and corporate governance advice to all service areas of the council. There are four main legal teams: (1) Environment (2) Adult Social Care, and Litigation (3) Children and Families and (4) Contracts and Conveyancing.
 
 About the Role
 Our Solicitors are a crucial part of our in-house legal team and will provide high quality legal advice, supporting council directorates and corporate services with proactive legal advice and collaborative working to meet our customer and community needs. With our new structure, our Solicitor roles consist of 2 levels, and are career graded which will allow you to develop and progress your career with Oxfordshire County Council.
 We’re looking for an enthusiastic and motivated commercial contracts lawyer to join our Contracts &amp; Conveyancing Team. You will provide legal advice and guidance on a wide range of commercial contracts (including construction contracts) and procurement related matters.
 
 Working Arrangements
 This role will be based at our County Hall Offices one day per week, and any additional days as required for meetings etc. but we don’t expect this to be prescriptive.
 
 About you
 NQ Solicitor/CILEX Lawyer
 <ul>
 <li>Newly qualified Solicitor/ NQ CILEX Lawyer / NQ Barrister or qualified solicitor/CILEX lawyer/barrister.</li>
 </ul>
 Solicitor 1
 <ul>
 <li>Solicitor/CILEX Lawyer/barrister who can match Solicitor 1 core competencies (Legal Services Core Competency Framework).</li>
 </ul>
 Solicitor 2
 <ul>
 <li>Solicitor/CILEX lawyer/barrister with significant experience in subject area and matching core competencies Solicitor 2 (Legal Services Core Competency Framework).</li>
 </ul>
 
 In addition to the above qualifications, you will also;
 <ul>
 <li>Have excellent knowledge and understanding of relevant areas of law and practice; ability to research quickly in unknown areas of law, learn new areas of law and make a professional judgement and provide accurate and definitive advice.</li>
 <li>Have experience working within a legal practice/in house legal department</li>
 </ul>
 
 Rewards and benefits
 <ul>
 <li>Culture of flexible working</li>
 <li>Technology to support agile working where role permits</li>
 <li>30 days holiday p.a. plus bank holidays</li>
 <li>Option to ‘buy’ additional holiday</li>
 <li>Employee Assistance Programme including access to health and wellbeing support</li>
 <li>Membership of the Local Government contributory pension scheme, with an employer’s contribution of up to 19.9%</li>
 <li>Enhanced family friendly policies</li>
 <li>Local and national discounts for shopping and travel</li>
 <li>Great learning and development opportunities to support your ongoing development.</li>
 </ul>
 
 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.
 Follow us on Social Media
 Stay up-to-date with the latest news and featured jobs from Oxfordshire County Council by following us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
 
 If you encounter any technical issues with the application system, please contact us at: careers@oxfordshire.gov.uk
</div>


 Job Introduction 
  About Us
 Together, we’re the moment makers and we’re focussed on making every day the best it can be for our residents. Whatever you do here, you’ll look around and say, “I make a difference”. Because we’re all creating lasting change to people’s lives in Oxfordshire.
 It’s not a job – it’s a passion and together, we’re shaping legal services for the future. Every day, our colleagues are helping to transform the lives of the residents of Oxfordshire by supporting them to live the lives they want to live.
 Oxfordshire County Council’s legal service is on an exciting journey of transformation and re-shaping. We’ve re-designed and created a brand-new legal team structure to ensure our legal services can deliver for the future, now.
 Our new structure has multiple entry routes, clear career progression and career graded pay so you can make the most of your career and development, whilst working for the common good of our communities.
 Everyday you’ll be challenged in a new way, supported by your team, in an organisation that is free thinking, flexible, and helps people achieve their ambitions.
 Our Residents are at the heart of everything we do and our approach to supporting them must be as diverse as they are. We’re not afraid to do things differently and our dynamic culture means this is a place where new ideas are embraced, and innovation thrives.
 We believe that together, our differences make us stronger, and that diversity is the foundation for innovation. Here, you can create a unique career for yourself – while raising the bar for the future of UK legal services, together.
  Legal Services at Oxfordshire County Council provides key legal and corporate governance advice to all service areas of the council. There are four main legal teams: (1) Environment (2) Adult Social Care, and Litigation (3) Children and Families and (4) Contracts and Conveyancing.
 
  About the Role
 Our Solicitors are a crucial part of our in-house legal team and will provide high quality legal advice, supporting council directorates and corporate services with proactive legal advice and collaborative working to meet our customer and community needs. With our new structure, our Solicitor roles consist of 2 levels, and are career graded which will allow you to develop and progress your career with Oxfordshire County Council.
 We’re looking for an enthusiastic and motivated commercial contracts lawyer to join our Contracts & Conveyancing Team. You will provide legal advice and guidance on a wide range of commercial contracts (including construction contracts) and procurement related matters.
 
  Working Arrangements
 This role will be based at our County Hall Offices one day per week, and any additional days as required for meetings etc. but we don’t expect this to be prescriptive.
 
  About you
 NQ Solicitor/CILEX Lawyer
 
  Newly qualified Solicitor/ NQ CILEX Lawyer / NQ Barrister or qualified solicitor/CILEX lawyer/barrister.
 
 Solicitor 1
 
  Solicitor/CILEX Lawyer/barrister who can match Solicitor 1 core competencies (Legal Services Core Competency Framework).
 
 Solicitor 2
 
  Solicitor/CILEX lawyer/barrister with significant experience in subject area and matching core competencies Solicitor 2 (Legal Services Core Competency Framework).
 
 
  In addition to the above qualifications, you will also;
 
  Have excellent knowledge and understanding of relevant areas of law and practice; ability to research quickly in unknown areas of law, learn new areas of law and make a professional judgement and provide accurate and definitive advice.
  Have experience working within a legal practice/in house legal department
 
 
  Rewards and benefits
 
  Culture of flexible working
  Technology to support agile working where role permits
  30 days holiday p.a. plus bank holidays
  Option to ‘buy’ additional holiday
  Employee Assistance Programme including access to health and wellbeing support
  Membership of the Local Government contributory pension scheme, with an employer’s contribution of up to 19.9%
  Enhanced family friendly policies
  Local and national discounts for shopping and travel
  Great learning and development opportunities to support your ongoing development.
 
 
  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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