Cafcass Family Court Advisor - WAFH - £36ph

Posting date:	16 July 2025
Salary:	£36 per hour
Additional salary information:	hybrid
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	15 August 2025
Location:	Bristol, Bristol, BS1 1AD
Company:	HCL Workforce Solutions Ltd
Job type:	Contract
Job reference:	Cafcass_1752669062

Summary

Children's Social Workers key responsibilities include:

Conducting assessments and directly engaging with children to understand and represent their views and wishes to the court.

Using expertise in robust risk assessment and mediation will be essential as you advocate for arrangements that prioritise the best interest of the children. Who we're looking for -

Relevant Social Work qualification is essential

You must be registered with Social Work England regulator

A minimum of 3 years' experience working with children and families as a qualified children's social worker

Experience in Family Court proceedings and understanding of Public Law and WAFH (Work after first hearing)

Organised and resilient with ability to work independently and managing workload effectively

Frontline and court experience

Travel is required