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🌟 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.

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.

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.

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.