At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct child-centred court assessments and represent children's voices in legal proceedings.
- Company: Join a dedicated team focused on child welfare in Newcastle.
- Benefits: Earn £38.00 per hour with flexible work-from-home options.
- Other info: Opportunity for professional growth in a supportive, innovative environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while enjoying a competitive salary.
- Qualifications: Must have 3 years' experience in Children's Social Care and active SWE registration.
The predicted salary is between 38 - 38 £ per hour.
Role: Family Court Adviser
Location: Newcastle (Work From Home / Remote & Court Presence)
Pay Rate: £38.00 per hour
Contract: Full-Time, Ongoing Contract
Funding: Special Ministry of Justice (MOJ) Child-Focused Courts & A1 Local Budget
Are you an experienced Children's Social Worker looking to focus purely on child-centred court assessments, voice-of-the-child advocacy, and high-level safeguarding without the demands of long-term local authority case management? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled Family Court Adviser to join a dedicated team in Newcastle. Funded through a joint MOJ Child-Focused Courts and A1 local budget initiative, this post offers a market-leading hourly rate and exceptional work-from-home flexibility.
Why This Role Stands Out
- Top Market Rate: Command a highly competitive rate of £38.00 per hour.
- Work From Home Balance: Enjoy strong hybrid flexibility with home-based working for report writing and virtual meetings, alongside essential court appearances.
- Specialised Funding: Backed by dedicated MOJ and local budget investment focused directly on child-centred justice and court innovation.
Core Responsibilities
- Section 7 & Safeguarding Reports: Conduct thorough, analytical assessments and prepare high-quality court reports in both Public and Private Law care proceedings.
- Voice of the Child: Engage directly with children and young people to ensure their views, wishes, and feelings are clearly represented within legal proceedings.
- Expert Advocacy: Represent child welfare priorities clearly in family court settings, providing expert advice to magistrates and judges to inform safe, permanent decisions.
- Multi-Agency Collaboration: Liaise effectively with legal representatives, local authority social care teams, and external agencies.
Mandatory Candidate Criteria
- Professional Registration: Active registration with Social Work England (SWE).
- Post-Qualifying Experience: A minimum of 3 years' PQE in statutory Children's Social Care (Child Protection, Court Work, Looked After Children, or CAFCASS).
- Court Competency: Demonstrable expertise in writing analytical court reports (Section 7, Rule 16.4, or care proceedings) and giving evidence in court.
Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.
Family Court Adviser (FCA) - Public & Private Law in North East employer: Randstad Care
Randstad Care is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises the well-being of both clients and employees. With flexible schedules and opportunities for professional growth, you can make a meaningful impact in the lives of those you support while enjoying competitive pay rates in the beautiful locations of Tayport, St Andrews, and Cupar.
