About the role
At Cafcass, we're recruiting Children's Social Workers who share our passion, commitment and ambition to facilitate positive outcomes for children involved in private and public law family court proceedings. Our Social Workers – professionally known as Family Court Advisers (FCAs) – play a vital role. You might work within the Private Law team, where there is disagreement on the best arrangements for the welfare of the child(ren) involved, the Public Law team, where local authorities have raised serious welfare concerns, or a converged team covering both law types. Whatever the team you join, the underlying role is the same – to speak on behalf of children and young people to ensure their thoughts, wishes and feelings are not just understood but heard. As the only organisation that does this kind of work, FCAs can make recommendations leading to lasting change for children and families, which is why this responsibility we take seriously. And why we're committed to creating a safe, healthy and supportive environment for our colleagues to practice.
Responsibilities
* Complete high-quality assessments, engaging directly with children to understand their experiences, wishes and feelings and ensure these are clearly and powerfully represented to the family court.
* Apply your expertise in risk assessment, analysis and mediation, advocating for solutions that place the child's safety, wellbeing and long-term interests at the centre of decision-making.
* Work with adults, local authorities and a wide range of professionals to help resolve complex issues and influence better outcomes for children.
* Work flexibly across multiple settings, including the office in Leicester, home, courts, schools and other appropriate safe locations, and we provide the technology to support this work.
* Participate in shared learning, including regular team meetings and group supervision, both remotely and in-person, to connect with peers and managers, reflect on practice and feel supported.
What you’ll get
* High-quality equipment and technology to help you work efficiently and engage with families effectively.
* Access to specialist resources, guidance and training to strengthen your practice.
* A strong commitment to wellbeing, reflective supervision and healthy work‑life balance.
* An inclusive environment that values diversity, encourages learning and constantly strives to improve outcomes for children, families and colleagues alike.
What you need
* A Social Work qualification is essential.
* Right to work in the UK (we do not sponsor).
* Registered with Social Work England (or likely to be able to register quickly if practising outside England).
* Recent, relevant experience of working directly with children and families.
* Desirable experience in family court proceedings, or knowledge of Private and/or Public Law.
* For applicants with limited post-qualifying experience, relevant pre-qualifying experience supporting children and families may be beneficial.
* Strong organisational skills, professional resilience and the ability to work independently while effectively managing a varied caseload.
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