At Cafcass, we are recruiting Children’s Social Workers (Family Court Advisers) who share our passion for facilitating positive outcomes for children involved in family court proceedings.
What you’ll be doing
* 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.
Where you’ll work
The role is based in Chelmsford but requires travel across the East of England (Essex, Southend, Thurrock). Work can be carried out in offices, home, courts, schools and other appropriate, safe locations.
How we support you
* High-quality equipment and technology.
* Access to specialist resources, guidance and training.
* Strong commitment to wellbeing, reflective supervision and healthy work‑life balance.
* Inclusive environment that values diversity and encourages learning.
Qualifications
* Social Work qualification (essential).
* Right to work in the UK.
* Registered with Social Work England (or able to register).
* 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 those 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 managing a varied caseload.
Benefits
* Time away from work to spend time with those important to you.
* Support for financial wellbeing.
* Access to health and wellbeing benefits (e.g., health and wellbeing cash plan, Employee Assistance Programme).
Equality and inclusion
We are committed to creating an inclusive, diverse environment and actively seek applicants from all backgrounds. We are a disability confident organisation and provide reasonable adjustments where needed.
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