Overview
We are hiring Children’s Social Workers for our Private and Public Law teams in Chelmsford (covering Essex region). Working in the Private and Public Law teams, Children’s Social Workers (or as we will professionally call you - Family Court Advisers) are involved in a combination of cases where families need assistance to agree on the best welfare and safety arrangements for the child(ren) or the local authority has serious concerns and Cafcass involvement is requested in the case.
Responsibilities
* Conducting assessments and directly engaging with children to understand and represent their views and wishes to the court.
* Using expertise in robust risk assessment and mediation to advocate for arrangements that prioritise the best interests of the child(ren).
Qualifications
* Relevant Social Work qualification is essential
* Registered with Social Work England (Cafcass reimburses costs of this annual registration)
* Demonstrable, relevant experience of working with children and families in a social work setting
* Experience in Family Court proceedings and understanding of Private and/or Public Law is advantageous
* Organised and resilient with the ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
Location
Locations are based in Chelmsford, with teams working flexibly and remotely. Proximity to the office is not the sole determinant of how you work, allowing flexibility to suit you.
Salary and Benefits
The advertised salary reflects our 2024/25 pay award. We are awaiting confirmation of the 2025/26 pay award when salaries will be updated to reflect this. We provide extensive wellbeing support, excellent benefits, and the resources, equipment, and support to help you be the voice of children and young people in family court decisions.
Next steps / Timelines
Closing Date: 14th September 2025
Telephone interviews: TBC
Final Interview: TBC
Vacancy Contact: Narinder.kaur2@cafcass.gov.uk
Additional notes
Successful applicants will undergo pre-employment checks, including a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Details of the DBS process are described in the Cafcass DBS policy. This information will remain confidential during your application.
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