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Qualified Social Worker: Agency Family Court Advisor - Social Worker - Cafcass (Brighton)Undertake safeguarding and risk assessments in private law casesPrepare and present written and verbal evidence for courtWork directly with children and families to ascertain wishes and feelingsLiaise effectively with courts, local authorities, and partner agenciesManage a caseload in line with Cafcass standards and timescalesSocial Work England registrationRight to Work in the UKQualified Social Worker with post‑qualifying experiencePrevious experience working as a Family Court Adviser or within Cafcass/private law proceedingsStrong court report writing and analytical skillsExperience covering Sussex and/or Surrey court areas

Agency Family Court Advisor - Social Worker - Cafcass (Brighton)Undertake safeguarding and risk assessments in private law casesPrepare and present written and verbal evidence for courtWork directly with children and families to ascertain wishes and feelingsLiaise effectively with courts, local authorities, and partner agenciesManage a caseload in line with Cafcass standards and timescalesSocial Work England registrationRight to Work in the UKQualified Social Worker with post‑qualifying experiencePrevious experience working as a Family Court Adviser or within Cafcass/private law proceedingsStrong court report writing and analytical skillsExperience covering Sussex and/or Surrey court areas

Adult Social Worker Locum - East Sussex Council 6 Month JobThe RoleKey ResponsibilitiesUndertake a range of statutory social work tasks including:Care Act assessments and reviewsAnalysis, support planning and commissioning servicesAssessing and managing riskInvestigation of adult safeguarding concernsIdentify and appropriately report adult safeguarding concerns, liaising with partner agencies and acting as Investigating Officer when delegatedApply relevant legal frameworks, statutory guidance and departmental policies to support outcome‑based planning for adultsWork directly with adults in need, carers, families and communities to:Support informed decision‑makingEmpower individuals to express needs and participate in planningWork collaboratively with partner agencies to help adults build community support networks and maintain independenceMaintain high‑quality case recording and prepare reports for panels and court where requiredContribute to the learning and development of students, newly qualified social workers and colleagues, including mentoring and group supervisionWhat We're Looking ForQualified Social Worker with Social Work England registrationMinimum of 2 years' recent experience within a similar Adult Social Care or community‑based teamStrong working knowledge of the Care Act 2014 and safeguarding proceduresAbility to manage a community caseload and work autonomouslyCar driver essential due to rural community visitsStrong communication, assessment and recording skillsWhy Work with Natalie at Caritas Recruitment?