FCA Agency Social Worker - Cafcass
Reference: 2020/CE/CT_1780051135
FCA Agency Social Worker
Location: Kent, England
Pay Rate: £37 per hour
Contract: Temporary
Hours: 37 hours per week
Vacancies: 2 roles (1 Private Law, 1 Public Law)
Location: Kent, England
Pay Rate: £37 per hour
Contract: Temporary
Hours: 37 hours per week
Vacancies: 2 roles (1 Private Law, 1 Public Law)
Are you an experienced Social Worker looking to make a meaningful impact within the Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass)? We are seeking skilled and resilient practitioners to join an established team supporting children, families, and the courts.
The Role
As an FCA Agency Social Worker, you will deliver high-quality social work services focused on safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children within the family justice system.
You will:
- Assess and analyse court applications relating to child protection and welfare
- Prepare detailed, high-quality Section 7 (s7) reports (Private Law role)
- Provide clear, evidence-based recommendations to the courts
- Engage directly with children and families, ensuring the child's voice is central
- Advocate for children's best interests within court proceedings
- Influence parents and professionals to adopt child-focused approaches
- Work collaboratively with courts, Local Authorities, and partner agencies
- Deliver oral evidence in court to a high standard
- Manage a varied caseload and meet tight deadlines
Essential Requirements
- Qualified Social Worker (SW)
- Registered with Social Work England (SWE)
- Experience in Private Law or Public Law
- Right to Work in the UK
Desirable Experience
- Minimum of 3 years post-qualified experience
- Strong court experience and understanding of family justice processes
- High-quality assessment, report writing, and analytical skills
- Proven ability to provide clear and confident oral evidence
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and organisational skills
- Ability to work autonomously and prioritise effectively
Additional Information
- Monthly office attendance required
- Interviews conducted via Microsoft Teams (2-stage panel)
- Induction is a blend of remote and office-based learning
Why Join This Role?
This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a highly regarded organisation where you will directly influence outcomes for children and families, while developing your court-based social work expertise.
Choose Caritas as your career partner for…
- Competitive rates of pay
- Access to the broadest range of temporary and permanent vacancies nationwide
- Caritas app - access to live vacancies, online chat & payment information
- Dedicated one-to-one consultant support
- Post-placement follow up meetings
- Subsidised training
- Recommend a friend/colleague bonus scheme - £300
- DBS Check
- CV writing service, interview technique coaching
Interested?
Or refer someone you know for £300!
Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
