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...

CAFCASS Family court adviser - Public & Private Team | Newcastle

Added 01/07/2026

Join our dedicated team as a CAFCASS Family Court Adviser in the Public & Private Team based in Newcastle. This vital role involves working closely with families and the family court system to ensure the best outcomes for children. As a Family Court Adviser, you will provide expert assessments, recommendations, and support to the court, helping to navigate complex family dynamics and ensuring children's voices are heard in legal proceedings. Your key responsibilities will include: Conducting comprehensive assessments of children and families involved in family court proceedings. Preparing detailed reports for court, outlining findings and recommendations. Collaborating with legal professionals,...

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 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...

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...

Family Court Adviser (Social Worker) - Private Law

Added 12/05/2026

Cafcass Kent are looking for an experienced Social Worker to join their Private Law team in Medway. This is a Private Law position suited to candidates with at least 3 years' post-qualifying experience, with the majority of the caseload focused on preparing Section 7 reports. The role will involve providing advanced social work services to children, families, and the courts by assessing and analysing court applications where there are child protection or serious welfare concerns impacting children and young people. Key responsibilities include: * Preparing high-quality Section 7 reports * Undertaking direct work with children and families * Completing complex...

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 - Portsmouth/Bournemouth

Added 21/04/2026

Our Client is looking for an experienced Qualified Social Worker with extensive Child Protection, Family Support and Court experience to join their Private Sector Court focused organization. CAFCASS are looking for Family Court Advisors. This role will be based out of Bournemouth and Portsmouth, Ofiice covering Hampshire. Long term contracts at good rates of pay up to £40ph. Flexible working from home has always been offered in these roles. Location - Bournemouth Or Portsmouth Office covering Hampshire & Dorset The Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass) is a non-departmental public body for England set up to safeguard...

Family Court Adviser(QSW) - Cafcass | Kent

Added 07/04/2026

Family Court Adviser - Cafcass | Kent | Private Law Focus | 3+ Years PQEContract Type: Agency / Fixed-term Office Attendance: Monthly Interview: Online via Teams with two managers Induction: Hybrid - mix of remote and in-office Pay Rate: Competitive - up to £37 per hour (umbrella)About the RoleCafcass is seeking an experienced Family Court Adviser to join their Kent team. This role focuses primarily on Private Law cases, preparing Section 7 reports and supporting the family courts by providing high-quality social work assessments, analysis, and recommendations.As a Family Court Adviser, you will provide advanced social work services to children,...

Family Court Adviser(QSW) - Cafcass | Stevenage

Added 07/04/2026

Family Court Adviser - Cafcass | Agency Role | Stevenage | £37/hr UmbrellaContract: Until 31/03/2027 | Hours: 1 day per week in office (hybrid) | Pay: Up to £37/hour (umbrella)About the RoleEden Brown Synergy is recruiting an experienced Family Court Adviser to join Cafcass in Stevenage. This agency role is ideal for qualified social workers with experience in children's services, Public Law, and Private Law court proceedings.As a Family Court Adviser, you will manage a caseload, conduct assessments, and provide reports to the family courts, ensuring the child's voice is central. You will work closely with social workers, legal professionals,...

Family Court Adviser (Social Worker)

Added 22/06/2026

We are currently seeking experienced and dedicated Family Court Advisers (Qualified Social Workers) to join a busy and supportive team based in Brighton, covering the Sussex and Surrey areas. This is an excellent opportunity for social workers with strong safeguarding and court experience to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families while benefiting from a competitive hourly rate and full-time hours. Key Responsibilities: Undertake assessments and provide expert advice to the Family Courts. Prepare high-quality reports and recommendations in private and/or public law proceedings. Work directly with children and families to understand their needs and experiences....

Family Court Adviser (Social Worker)

Added 21/05/2026

Social Worker (Locum) - Family Court Advisor - Cafcass- working out of the Bournemouth or the Portsmouth Office covering Hampshire & Dorset Cafcass (Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service) is a statutory public body dedicated to promoting the welfare of children involved in family court proceedings. The Role Cafcass are seeking an experienced and compassionate Social Worker to join them working on a locum basis. In this role, you will: Manage cases post-first hearing, including public law (care and supervision proceedings) and private law (child arrangements). Conduct assessments, home visits, and interviews with children and families. Prepare reports...

Family Court Adviser (Social Worker)

Added 21/04/2026

Locum Social Worker - Cafcass Locations: Essex (1 role) & Suffolk/Norfolk (1 role) Rate: £36 per hour We are currently recruiting for two Locum Social Workers to join Cafcass, covering Essex and Suffolk/Norfolk areas. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a respected organisation dedicated to ensuring the best outcomes for children involved in family court proceedings. Key Responsibilities: Managing a caseload of private law/public law proceedings Undertaking assessments and preparing high-quality reports for court Representing Cafcass in court where required Working in partnership with families and other professionals to safeguard children Requirements: Qualified Social Worker with current Social...

Family Court Adviser (Social Worker)

Added 20/04/2026

Social Worker (Locum) - Family Court Advisor - Cafcass- working out of the Bournemouth or the Portsmouth Office covering Hampshire & Dorset Cafcass (Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service) is a statutory public body dedicated to promoting the welfare of children involved in family court proceedings. The Role Cafcass are seeking an experienced and compassionate Social Worker to join them working on a locum basis. In this role, you will: Manage cases post-first hearing, including public law (care and supervision proceedings) and private law (child arrangements). Conduct assessments, home visits, and interviews with children and families. Prepare reports...

Family Court Adviser (Social Worker)

Added 19/03/2026

Locum Agency Family Court Adviser (FCA) - Cafcass Brighton Base | Covering Sussex & Surrey Long Term / Ongoing Locum Contract We are looking for experienced Social Workers to join Cafcass as Agency FCAs working across Sussex & Surrey. This is predominantly remote working with occasional office / hearing attendance where needed. Teams recruiting: WTFH (Work To First Hearing) WAFH (Work After First Hearing) You may express preference - or be dual stream depending on experience. Key Responsibilities Deliver high-quality assessments and recommendations to the Family Court across private (and where appropriate) public law proceedings Independently manage caseloads within WTFH...