Social Worker - CAFCASS - Chelmsford
Chelmsford, England, United Kingdom Temporary QSW childrens services, Adoption and fostering, Children and families, CAMHS, Children and disabilities, Probation and youth offending
Key Details
- Role: Agency Family Court Adviser (FCA)
- Reference: NTX1194656
- Client: Cafcass
- Location:
- 1 post covering Essex - Office base Chelmsford
- 1 post covering Norfolk/Suffolk - Office base Norwich
- Pay Rate: £36 per hour (standard supply rate only)
- Contract: Temporary
- Hours: 37 hours per week
The Role
- Undertake safeguarding work and child-focused assessments
- Engage directly with children, ensuring their needs, wishes and feelings inform all recommendations
- Produce clear, analytical court reports
- Work collaboratively with parents, local authorities and partner agencies
- Contribute professional expertise to court processes
Essential Criteria
- Qualified Social Worker
- Registered with Social Work England (SWE)
- Enhanced DBS issued within the last 12 months via the submitting agency
- Right to Work in the UK (no sponsorship available)
Desirable Criteria
- Minimum 3 years post‑qualifying experience
Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Chelmsford, England, United Kingdom Temporary QSW childrens services, Adoption and fostering, Children and families, CAMHS, Children and disabilities, Probation and youth offending
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