Agency FCA - Cafcass - Suffolk/Norfolk & Essex
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Location: Essex (Chelmsford) or Norfolk & Suffolk (Norwich)
Rate: £37.75 per hour
Hours: 37 hours per week
Client: Cafcass
Vacancies: 2 (1x Essex, 1x Norfolk/Suffolk)
About the Role
Cafcass is seeking two experienced Family Court Adviser (FCA) Social Workers to join their teams across Essex and Norfolk/Suffolk. You'll play a vital role in safeguarding children involved in family court proceedings, ensuring their voice is heard and their best interests are represented.
Key Responsibilities
Represent children in family court proceedings
Undertake assessments and provide clear, evidence-based recommendations
Work closely with families, carers, and multi-agency partners
Prepare high-quality reports for court
Manage a varied caseload effectively and professionally
Essential Criteria
Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England (SWE) registration
Enhanced DBS completed within the last 12 months via an agency
Right to Work in the UK (no sponsorship available)
Ability to start within 4 weeks' notice
Strong court experience and report writing skills
Desirable Experience
Minimum 3 years post-qualified experience
Previous experience within Cafcass or similar court-based roles
Additional Information
Two separate roles available (Essex and Norfolk/Suffolk)
Why Choose Caritas Recruitment?
Choose Caritas as your career partner for…
Competitive rates of pay
Access to the broadest range of temporary and permanent vacancies nationwide
Caritas app - access to live vacancies, online chat & payment information
Dedicated one-to-one consultant support
Post-placement follow up meetings
Subsidised training
Recommend a friend/colleague bonus scheme - £300
DBS Check
CV writing service, interview technique coaching
Interested?
To find out more or to apply, contact:
Chris Tuckwell
📞 (phone number removed)
✉️ (url removed)
Or refer someone you know for £300!
Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy
Location: Essex (Chelmsford) or Norfolk & Suffolk (Norwich)
Rate: £37.75 per hour
Hours: 37 hours per week
Client: Cafcass
Vacancies: 2 (1x Essex, 1x Norfolk/Suffolk)
About the Role
Cafcass is seeking two experienced Family Court Adviser (FCA) Social Workers to join their teams across Essex and Norfolk/Suffolk. You'll play a vital role in safeguarding children involved in family court proceedings, ensuring their voice is heard and their best interests are represented.
Key Responsibilities
Represent children in family court proceedings
Undertake assessments and provide clear, evidence-based recommendations
Work closely with families, carers, and multi-agency partners
Prepare high-quality reports for court
Manage a varied caseload effectively and professionally
Essential Criteria
Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England (SWE) registration
Enhanced DBS completed within the last 12 months via an agency
Right to Work in the UK (no sponsorship available)
Ability to start within 4 weeks' notice
Strong court experience and report writing skills
Desirable Experience
Minimum 3 years post-qualified experience
Previous experience within Cafcass or similar court-based roles
Additional Information
Two separate roles available (Essex and Norfolk/Suffolk)
Why Choose Caritas Recruitment?
Choose Caritas as your career partner for…
Competitive rates of pay
Access to the broadest range of temporary and permanent vacancies nationwide
Caritas app - access to live vacancies, online chat & payment information
Dedicated one-to-one consultant support
Post-placement follow up meetings
Subsidised training
Recommend a friend/colleague bonus scheme - £300
DBS Check
CV writing service, interview technique coaching
Interested?
To find out more or to apply, contact:
Chris Tuckwell
📞 (phone number removed)
✉️ (url removed)
Or refer someone you know for £300!
Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy