Liverpool - Family Court Adviser - WAFH (public & Private Law ) Team - £34.00 p/h Umb

Added 06/05/2026

CAFCASS is currently looking for an experienced and dedicated Family Court Advisor to join their Work After First Hearing, Public and Private Law.. This key role ensures a consistent and child-focused response at the earliest stages of involvement in family court proceedings. Location :- Liverpool (covering Cheshire and Merseyside) Pay rate :- £34.00 per hour (Umbrella) Key Responsibilities: Provide safeguarding advice, assessment and analysis to the Family Court * Complete in-depth risk assessments in Public and Private Law proceedings (WAFH) * Ensure the child's voice and best interests remain central to all work * Produce clear, high-quality court reports and...

Chelmsford (Essex) - CAFCASS FCA l Public & Private - WAFH Team

Added 08/07/2026

Are you a passionate and qualified social worker looking to make a significant impact in the lives of children and families? CAFCASS is seeking a dedicated FCA for our Public & Private - WAFH Team in Chelmsford, Essex. In this role, you will work collaboratively with families, legal representatives, and other professionals to ensure the best outcomes for children in care and those involved in private law proceedings. Your key responsibilities will include: Conducting assessments and developing care plans for children and families. Providing expert advice and support to families, ensuring their voices are heard in legal proceedings. Collaborating with...

CAFCASS FCA l WAFH ( Public and Private law Team ) - Chelmsford (covering Essex, Southend and Thurro

Added 24/06/2026

Agency Family Court Adviser (FCA) - Cafcass Location: Chelmsford Office (covering Essex, Southend & Thurrock) Rate: £37.75 per hour Contract Type: Temporary Hours: 37 hours per week Vacancies: 2About the RoleWe are delighted to present an exciting opportunity with Cafcass for an experienced Agency Family Court Adviser (FCA) to join a well-established team covering Essex, Southend and Thurrock.As a key member of Cafcass, you will play a vital role in safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children involved in family proceedings, ensuring their voices are heard and their best interests remain at the centre of all decisions.This role offers the...

Liverpool CAFCASS - FCA - WAFH (Covering Cheshire and Mersey

Added 11/06/2026

CAFCASS are currently recruiting for an experienced Family Court Adviser (FCA) to join their Work After First Hearing (WAFH) Private Law Team covering Cheshire and Merseyside.Location: Liverpool, L2 2BX (Covering Cheshire & Merseyside)Pay Rate: £37.75 per hour UmbrellaAbout the Role:* Manage private law cases within the WAFH (Work After First Hearing) Team* Undertake safeguarding assessments and provide recommendations to the Family Court* Work directly with children and families to ensure their voices are heard within proceedings* Prepare high-quality reports and assessments for court* Liaise effectively with partner agencies and legal professionals* Support positive outcomes for children and families involved in...

Liverpool CAFCASS - FCA - WAFH (Covering Cheshire and Mersey

Added 10/06/2026

CAFCASS are currently recruiting for an experienced Family Court Adviser (FCA) to join their Work After First Hearing (WAFH) Private Law Team covering Cheshire and Merseyside.Location: Liverpool, L2 2BX (Covering Cheshire & Merseyside)Pay Rate: £37.75 per hour UmbrellaAbout the Role:* Manage private law cases within the WAFH (Work After First Hearing) Team* Undertake safeguarding assessments and provide recommendations to the Family Court* Work directly with children and families to ensure their voices are heard within proceedings* Prepare high-quality reports and assessments for court* Liaise effectively with partner agencies and legal professionals* Support positive outcomes for children and families involved in...

CAFCASS - FCA (WAFH) - Public & Private Law - Peterborough

Added 29/04/2026

Social Worker - Agency FCA (WAFH) - Public & Private LawOrganisation: CAFCASS Location: Peterborough or South Lincolnshire (Office base: Peterborough or Lincoln) Working Pattern: WAFH (Working Away From Home / Hybrid) Pay Rate: £33 per hour (Umbrella) Contract: Until 31/03/2027 Interview Date: 11th May 2026Role OverviewWe are currently seeking an experienced Agency Family Court Adviser (FCA) to join CAFCASS within a WAFH arrangement, covering both Public Law and Private Law proceedings.This is a long-term opportunity supporting vulnerable children and families through court proceedings, providing high-quality assessments, safeguarding analysis, and clear recommendations to the Family Court.You will be responsible for managing...

CAFCASS - FCA - WAFH - Public Law - £37 p/h Umb - Brighton

Added 20/03/2026

Eden Brown Synergy are currently looking for an experienced Family Court Adviser (FCA) to join the Work After First Hearing (WAFH) - Public Law team for CAFCASS, based in the Brighton office covering the Surrey & Sussex region. Duties and Responsibilities: * Managing a caseload within public law proceedings post-first hearing. * Completing Section 7, Section 37, and other court-directed reports. * Providing clear, evidence-based recommendations to the court. * Representing CAFCASS in court hearings and giving professional evidence. * Working collaboratively with local authorities, legal representatives, and partner agencies. * Ensuring the child's voice is heard and central to...

Family Court Advisor (QSW) - Kent .. Largely Remote

Added 12/05/2026

We are working with Cafcass to appoint a Family Court Advisor ( Qualified Social Worker ) to join their Kent Office. This role offers considerable flexibility with a requirement to attend the office monthly. Requirements of the role.Provide case analysis via a Court report, setting out recommendations to the court for parents and families who are involved in private law proceedings. You will need to be an expert in safeguarding, child engagement, inter-agency working, case analysis, planning, and recording. Cafcass's work can be demanding. Therefore, you will need to be resilient and organised, have the ability to work proportionately, with...

Family Court Advisor (QSW) - Essex and Suffolk

Added 21/04/2026

We are working with Cafcass to appoint a Family Court Advisor ( Qualified Social Worker ) to join their Essex and Suffolk office .Requirements of the role.Provide case analysis via a Court report, setting out recommendations to the court for parents and families who are involved in private law proceedings. You will need to be an expert in safeguarding, child engagement, inter-agency working, case analysis, planning, and recording. Cafcass's work can be demanding. Therefore, you will need to be resilient and organised, have the ability to work proportionately, with strong IT skills and excellent verbal and written communication skills. You...

Family Court Advisor (QSW) - Bournemouth or Portsmouth

Added 20/04/2026

We are working with Cafcass to appoint a Family Court Advisor ( Qualified Social Worker ) to join their Bournemouth or Portsmouth office .Requirements of the role.Provide case analysis via a Court report, setting out recommendations to the court for parents and families who are involved in private law proceedings. You will need to be an expert in safeguarding, child engagement, inter-agency working, case analysis, planning, and recording. Cafcass's work can be demanding. Therefore, you will need to be resilient and organised, have the ability to work proportionately, with strong IT skills and excellent verbal and written communication skills. You...

Family Court Advisor (QSW) - Work to the 1st Hearing

Added 17/04/2026

Are you looking for a new challenge . Cafcass requires a Qualified Social Worker to join their team - Work to the First Hearing. Flexibly based Suitable candidates must have a degree in social work and at least 2-3 years post qualification experience working in a Children Team that ideally involved court work .Cafcass is Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service. Cafcass usually get involved in child proceedings once you or your former partner have submitted an application to the court. The role of Cafcass is to safeguard and promote the welfare of children by considering their needs,...

CAFCASS Family court adviser - Public & Private Team | Newcastle

Added 30/06/2026

Family Court Adviser - Public & Private Law TeamOrganisation: CAFCASS Location: Newcastle (NE6 4BY) - Hybrid Role Contract: Ongoing Agency ContractAbout the RoleWe are currently recruiting for an experienced Family Court Adviser to join the Public & Private Law Team in Newcastle. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a highly respected organisation, supporting children and families throughout family court proceedings and ensuring their best interests remain at the centre of decision-making.The role involves undertaking complex assessments, preparing high-quality court reports, and making clear, evidence-based recommendations to the court.Key ResponsibilitiesUndertake assessments of children and families in both Public and...

CAFCASS Family Court adviser - Private Team | Durham

Added 30/06/2026

Family Court Adviser - Private Law Team | CAFCASS | DurhamAbout the RoleCAFCASS is seeking an experienced Family Court Adviser to join its Private Law Team in Durham on an ongoing agency contract. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a nationally respected organisation, representing the best interests of children and providing high-quality advice to the Family Courts.Location: Durham (DH8 5QJ)Contract: Ongoing Agency ContractKey ResponsibilitiesManage a caseload of private law proceedings involving children and families.Undertake safeguarding assessments and analyse risk to support informed decision-making.Prepare high-quality reports for the Family Court within statutory timescales.Provide independent recommendations that promote the welfare...

Family Court Adviser (FCA) - CAFCASS | Stevenage

Added 26/05/2026

Family Court Adviser (FCA) - CAFCASS | Stevenage£37 per hour Umbrella | Long-Term Contract Until March 2027 | Monthly Office AttendanceAre you an experienced Children's Social Worker with strong court experience looking for a rewarding opportunity within the family justice system?We are currently recruiting for experienced Family Court Advisers (FCA) to join CAFCASS based in Stevenage. This is an excellent long-term agency opportunity offering stability until March 2027, flexible hybrid working, and the chance to make a genuine difference to children and families involved in court proceedings.This role is ideal for practitioners with strong Public and Private Law experience who...

CAFCASS - Family Court Adviser (Private Law)

Added 06/05/2026

Join CAFCASS - Family Court Adviser (Private Law)Location: Newcastle (x2 roles) Hours: 37 per week Pay: £36 per hour Contract Type: Temporary (covering existing staff)About the RoleWe are looking for experienced and dedicated Family Court Advisers (FCAs) to join our Private Law teams. This flexible role involves working across office, home, court, and school settings to support families and ensure the best outcomes for children.Key ResponsibilitiesFamily Court Advisers in the Private Law team work with families where the court is required to determine child arrangements. Responsibilities include:Conducting assessments directly with children.Gathering and understanding children's views, wishes, and feelings.Representing the child's...