Agency Social Worker - Cafcass - Slough/Reading/Oxford
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FCA Social Worker - Slough/Reading/Oxford (1 Vacancy)
The FCA role requires completing safeguarding enquiries, meeting with children and families, producing high‑quality assessments and analysis for Court, and advising on children's welfare and best interests. Prior court experience is required.
- £37.75 per hour
- 37 hours per week
- Assignment until 31st June 2026
- Monthly office attendance + weekly virtual meetings
- Combined remote/office induction
- SWE Registration
- Enhanced DBS (within 12 months via agency)
- Qualified Social Worker
- Full Right to Work in the UK (no sponsorship)
- Driving licence
- 3 years PQE
- Strong safeguarding, assessment & court reporting background
Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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Agency Social Worker - Cafcass - Slough/Reading/Oxford
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