Family Court Advisor - CAFCASS - Manchester

Reference: GB080425A_1744117636

🌟 Locum Children's Social Worker - Private Law Team (Family Court Adviser) 🌟
📍 Location: Manchester
💼 Agency: FCA (NTX1095782)
💰 Pay Rate: £35 per hour
🕒 Type: Locum / Temporary Contract

Please contact Gemma Bridgman at Carita Recruitment for further details: 0 7 3 8 4 5 2 5 2 8 7 / g.bridgman @ caritas-recruitment.com


We're currently recruiting experienced Children's Social Workers to join the Private Law Team in Manchester. This is an exciting opportunity to work as a Family Court Adviser (FCA) supporting families and ensuring the welfare of children is at the heart of every decision.


👩‍⚖️ About the Role:

As a Family Court Adviser, you will be involved in Private Law proceedings where:

  • Families need support to agree on safe and suitable arrangements for their children, or

  • Local authorities have raised serious concerns requiring Cafcass intervention.


🛠️ Key Responsibilities:

  • Undertake comprehensive assessments and engage directly with children to capture and represent their views in court.

  • Apply strong risk assessment skills and mediation techniques to make clear, evidence-based recommendations.

  • Advocate for outcomes that are in the best interests of the child at all times.


✅ What We're Looking For:

  • A Social Work qualification and registration with Social Work England.

  • A minimum of 3 years' post-qualified experience working with children and families.

  • Previous involvement in Family Court proceedings and a good understanding of Private Law is highly desirable.

  • Strong organisational skills, emotional resilience, and the ability to manage a complex caseload independently.


This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated Children's Social Worker to make a real difference in a rewarding and challenging setting.


📩 Apply now to join a team where your expertise and commitment will be valued and make an impact every day.

Please contact Gemma Bridgman at Caritas Recruitment for further details: 0 7 3 8 4 5 2 5 2 8 7 / g.bridgman @ caritas-recruitment.com

Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

£35.00 - £35.00
Per hour
Up to GBP35 per hour

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Family Court Advisor - CAFCASS - Manchester

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