CAFCASS | Family Court Advisor| Childrens Services

Added 16/09/2025

Role Based across Coventry, Warwickshire & Wolverhampton JOB SUMMARY:To provide advanced social work-level services to children, families and courts byassessing and analysing court applications for any child protection and serious welfareissues affecting a child or young person. Also, to influence those with parentalresponsibility to be more child-focused when needed, to advise the courts and LocalAuthorities about safeguarding concerns and about how a child's life can be improved,supporting judicial case management in the process.To achieve this, you will need to keep the child at the centre of your work through highquality direct work with children and their families as well as...

Agency Family Court Adviser - Cafcass | Derby

Added 23/09/2025

Agency Family Court Adviser - Work to First Hearing, Cafcass | DerbyPay: £34.50 per hour Hours: 37 per weekCaritas Recruitment, on behalf of Cafcass, is seeking four experienced Children's Social Workers to join as Agency Family Court Advisers (FCA) within the Derby Private and Public Law teams.Key InformationLocation: DerbyNumber of roles: 4Rate: £34.50 per hour (standard)Interview: Conducted via Teams Advert live date: Wednesday 24th SeptemberAdvert close date: Thursday 25th September (may close earlier, around midday, if there is a high volume of applications)The RoleAs a Family Court Adviser, you will:Undertake assessments and work directly with children to ensure their wishes...

Agency Family Court Adviser - Cafcass | Lincoln

Added 11/09/2025

Agency Family Court Adviser - Work to First Hearing, Cafcass |Leicester, Lincoln or Peterborough Pay: £33ph Hours: 37 per weekCaritas Recruitment, on behalf of Cafcass, is looking for an experienced Children's Social Worker to join as an Agency Family Court Adviser (FCA) within the Private Law teams.The RoleYou will:Carry out assessments and work directly with children to ensure their wishes and feelings are heard and represented in court.Apply your expertise in risk assessment and mediation to support safe, child-focused outcomes.Advocate for arrangements that prioritise the best interests of the child.Manage a demanding caseload with independence, resilience, and strong organisational skills.RequirementsQualified...

Agency Family Court Adviser - Cafcass | Peterborough

Added 11/09/2025

Agency Family Court Adviser - Work to First Hearing, Cafcass |Leicester, Lincoln or Peterborough Pay: £33ph Hours: 37 per weekCaritas Recruitment, on behalf of Cafcass, is looking for an experienced Children's Social Worker to join as an Agency Family Court Adviser (FCA) within the Private Law teams.The RoleYou will:Carry out assessments and work directly with children to ensure their wishes and feelings are heard and represented in court.Apply your expertise in risk assessment and mediation to support safe, child-focused outcomes.Advocate for arrangements that prioritise the best interests of the child.Manage a demanding caseload with independence, resilience, and strong organisational skills.RequirementsQualified...

Agency Family Court Adviser - Cafcass | Leicester

Added 11/09/2025

Agency Family Court Adviser - Work to First Hearing, Cafcass |Leicester, Lincoln or Peterborough Pay: £33ph Hours: 37 per weekCaritas Recruitment, on behalf of Cafcass, is looking for an experienced Children's Social Worker to join as an Agency Family Court Adviser (FCA) within the Private Law teams.The RoleYou will:Carry out assessments and work directly with children to ensure their wishes and feelings are heard and represented in court.Apply your expertise in risk assessment and mediation to support safe, child-focused outcomes.Advocate for arrangements that prioritise the best interests of the child.Manage a demanding caseload with independence, resilience, and strong organisational skills.RequirementsQualified...

Agency Family Court Adviser - Cafcass | Exeter

Added 01/09/2025

Agency Family Court Adviser - Cafcass | Exeter, Plymouth, TruroLocation: Exeter, Plymouth & Truro Pay: £36.00 - £37.75 per hour Hours: 37 per week Contract: Temporary (project-based) Ref: NTX1135169Caritas Recruitment, on behalf of Cafcass, is looking for an experienced Children's Social Worker to join as an Agency Family Court Adviser (FCA) within the Private Law teams.The RoleYou will:Carry out assessments and work directly with children to ensure their wishes and feelings are heard and represented in court.Apply your expertise in risk assessment and mediation to support safe, child-focused outcomes.Advocate for arrangements that prioritise the best interests of the child.Manage a...

Agency Family Court Adviser - Cafcass | Plymouth

Added 01/09/2025

Agency Family Court Adviser - Cafcass | Exeter, Plymouth, TruroLocation: Exeter, Plymouth & Truro Pay: £36.00 - £37.75 per hour Hours: 37 per week Contract: Temporary (project-based) Ref: NTX1135169Caritas Recruitment, on behalf of Cafcass, is looking for an experienced Children's Social Worker to join as an Agency Family Court Adviser (FCA) within the Private Law teams.The RoleYou will:Carry out assessments and work directly with children to ensure their wishes and feelings are heard and represented in court.Apply your expertise in risk assessment and mediation to support safe, child-focused outcomes.Advocate for arrangements that prioritise the best interests of the child.Manage a...

Agency Family Court Adviser - Cafcass | Truro, Cornwall

Added 01/09/2025

Agency Family Court Adviser - Cafcass | Exeter, Plymouth, TruroLocation: Exeter, Plymouth & Truro Pay: £36.00 - £37.75 per hour Hours: 37 per week Contract: Temporary (project-based) Ref: NTX1135169Caritas Recruitment, on behalf of Cafcass, is looking for an experienced Children's Social Worker to join as an Agency Family Court Adviser (FCA) within the Private Law teams.The RoleYou will:Carry out assessments and work directly with children to ensure their wishes and feelings are heard and represented in court.Apply your expertise in risk assessment and mediation to support safe, child-focused outcomes.Advocate for arrangements that prioritise the best interests of the child.Manage a...

Locum Family Court Adviser - Cafcass Liverpool | £34-£37.75/hr

Added 09/07/2025

🌟 Locum Family Court Adviser (Social Worker) - Cafcass Liverpool 📍 Liverpool (Remote/Hybrid Working Available) 💷 £34.00 - £37.75 per hour (Umbrella) 🕒 Full-Time | Section 7 - Private Law Work | Temp-to-Perm AvailableFor an informal discussion regarding this job or any opportunities in Social Work - Locum or Permanent, UK wide - please contact Gemma Bridgman at Caritas Recruitment - 0 7 3 8 4 5 2 5 2 8 7 g.bridgman @ caritas-recruitment.com Are you an experienced Children's Social Worker with a passion for ensuring the best outcomes for children and families? Cafcass Liverpool is seeking a skilled...

Social Worker | Safeguarding| Newcastle

Added 01/07/2025

We are currently recruiting for Newcastle Social ServicesThis is an excellent opportunity to join the Duty and Assessment, or Child Protection / Safeguarding Teams in Newcastle, all within well established TeamsThe positions will be for a period of 3 to 6 months. The team are a well-established, experienced team with their work covering the full range of statutory duties in the delivery of the service.You MUST be a Qualified Social Worker and be currently registered with Social Work England otherwise your application will be rejected. There is parking available, and working from home is possible.If you are an experienced social...

Social Worker | Assessment | Newcastle

Added 30/06/2025

We are currently recruiting for Newcastle Social ServicesThis is an excellent opportunity to join the Duty and Assessment, or Child Protection / Safeguarding Teams in Newcastle, all within well established TeamsThe positions will be for a period of 3 to 6 months. The team are a well-established, experienced team with their work covering the full range of statutory duties in the delivery of the service.You MUST be a Qualified Social Worker and be currently registered with Social Work England otherwise your application will be rejected. There is parking available, and working from home is possible.If you are an experienced social...

Social Worker | Safeguarding| Newcastle

Added 30/06/2025

We are currently recruiting for Newcastle Social ServicesThis is an excellent opportunity to join the Duty and Assessment, or Child Protection / Safeguarding Teams in Newcastle, all within well established TeamsThe positions will be for a period of 3 to 6 months. The team are a well-established, experienced team with their work covering the full range of statutory duties in the delivery of the service.You MUST be a Qualified Social Worker and be currently registered with Social Work England otherwise your application will be rejected. There is parking available, and working from home is possible.If you are an experienced social...

Agency Family Court Adviser (Social Worker)

Added 27/06/2025

Qualified Social Worker | Family Court Advisor | CAFCASS Location: Stevenage, covering Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire Key Responsibilities: Essential Criteria: Working in the Public Law teams, Children's Social Workers (or as we will professionally call you - Family Court Advisers) are involved in a combination of cases where either the families require the assistance to agree on the best arrangements for the welfare and safety of the child(ren) involved or the local authority has serious concerns and requests the involvement of Cafcass in the case.Children's Social Workers key responsibilities include: Conducting assessments and directly engaging with children to understand and represent...

Northampton - QSW - Court Team - Children in Care

Added 11/10/2025

Are you a passionate and dedicated Qualified Social Worker looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children in care? Join our dynamic Court Team in Northampton, where you will play a vital role in advocating for and supporting vulnerable children and families. We are seeking an experienced social worker who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to delivering high-quality services. In this role, you will be responsible for: Conducting thorough assessments and developing care plans in collaboration with children, families, and multi-agency partners. Preparing and presenting reports for court proceedings, ensuring the...

Cheshire East - QSW - Court Team

Added 09/10/2025

Join our dedicated team at Cheshire East as a Qualified Social Worker (QSW) in the Court Team, where you will play a crucial role in safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and families. As a vital member of our multidisciplinary team, you will provide high-quality social work services, ensuring that the best interests of children are at the forefront of all decisions made in court proceedings. Your key responsibilities will include: Conducting thorough assessments and preparing court reports, ensuring all documentation is accurate and timely. Working collaboratively with legal professionals, families, and other agencies to develop and implement care...