Family Court Adviser: A3 - Social Care Qualified
Are you a dedicated social worker with a passion for advocating for children and families? We are currently seeking a Family Court Adviser: A3 - Social Care Qualified to join a dynamic team on a temporary contract basis. This is an excellent opportunity to utilise your skills and experience in a high-pressure environment, making a real difference to children's lives.
About the Role:
The Family Court Adviser: A3 - Social Care Qualified will provide advanced social work support within family proceedings, ensuring that the welfare and safeguarding of children are at the forefront of every decision. The successful candidate will assess risk, analyse complex cases, and advise courts on child protection and welfare concerns. Working directly with children and families, you will help drive positive outcomes in sensitive and often high-conflict situations.
This role involves work after the first hearing ( Work After First Hearing ), including conducting detailed assessments, preparing reports, providing safeguarding advice, and making ongoing recommendations to support court decisions. The focus is on private law cases involving disputes between parents or carers about child arrangements such as contact or residence. Your expertise will help families stay focused on the child’s best interests while safeguarding their welfare.
Candidate Responsibilities:
- Assess risk and analyse complex social work cases involving children and families
- Provide expert advice to family courts on child protection and welfare
- Conduct detailed assessments and work directly with children and families
- Prepare case reports and contribute to court recommendations
- Manage sensitive, high-conflict situations professionally
- Record and document findings clearly using IT systems
- Work under pressure while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality
Candidate Requirements:
- Recognised Social Work qualification
- Minimum of three years’ post-qualifying experience working with children and families
- Strong assessment, communication, and negotiation skills
- Excellent case management and IT skills
- Ability to work effectively under pressure in high-conflict situations
- Experience in private law cases is advantageous
Benefits:
- Competitive pay rate: £25.38 per hour PAYE or £34.50 per hour via Limited/Umbrella company
- Contract duration: 2 weeks with the potential for extension
- Flexible work environment with a supportive team
- Opportunity to make a real difference in children’s lives
- Gain valuable experience within family law proceedings
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Family Court Adviser: A3 - Social Care Qualified in Manchester employer: Service Care
Service Care Solutions is an excellent employer for Multi Traders, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. With a focus on responsive repairs in the community of Rugby, employees benefit from a company van, optional on-call payments, and comprehensive in-house training, ensuring they have the tools and skills needed to excel in their roles. Join a team that values professionalism and respect while providing meaningful service to local residents.
