At a Glance
- Tasks: Make a real difference in children's lives as a Family Court Advisor.
- Company: Join CAFCASS, a leading organisation dedicated to child welfare.
- Benefits: Earn £33.50 per hour with hybrid working and a supportive team.
- Other info: Enjoy career growth and access to diverse social work opportunities.
- Why this job: Impact family court decisions and advocate for children's best interests.
- Qualifications: Qualified Social Worker with experience in safeguarding and assessments.
The predicted salary is between 50 - 50 £ per hour.
Family Court Advisor needed for our CAFCASS team in Coventry, paying £33.50 per hour.
Contract: Locum
Hours: Full-time - Hybrid working - 1 day per week at home
About the Role
Are you an experienced Social Worker with a passion for improving outcomes for children and families? We are recruiting for a Family Court Advisor to join CAFCASS in a rewarding hybrid role, offering the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children involved in family court proceedings. As a Family Court Advisor, you will represent the best interests of children, providing high-quality assessments, analysis and recommendations to the Family Court. Working closely with children, families, legal professionals and partner agencies, you will ensure children's voices are heard and that decisions are made with their welfare at the centre.
WTFH (Work to First Hearing)/Information and Screening Team (IAS) focuses on the initial stage of private law proceedings before the first hearing. FCAs complete safeguarding checks, assess risk factors, identify welfare concerns and provide early recommendations to help the court make safe decisions for children.
Requirements:
- Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration.
- Significant post-qualification experience within Children's Social Care.
- Experience of safeguarding, child protection and completing complex assessments.
- Excellent report writing and analytical skills.
- Strong knowledge of family court processes and relevant childcare legislation.
- Ability to work independently while managing a busy caseload.
- Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (where required).
Working with Tripod Partners offers you a number of benefits including:
- Your own dedicated specialist consultant.
- Access to the widest variety of social work jobs across 150 authorities and private organisations throughout the UK.
- Prompt and reliable payroll.
- Free DBS and compliance service.
- £500 referral fee.
For more information, please contact Dylan at Tripod Partners on 07919 026892 or send your CV to dylan.nel@tripodpartners.co.uk.
Family Court Advisor| CAFCASS| Coventry| £33.50 ph employer: Tripod Partners
Tripod Partners is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises the professional growth of its employees. With a focus on high-quality support in the SEND sector, team members benefit from dedicated consultants, competitive pay rates, and unique perks such as a free DBS service and referral bonuses, making it a rewarding place to advance your career in Devon.
