Qualified Children''s Social Worker (Public Law)

At Cafcass, we''re recruiting Children''s Social Workers who share our passion, commitment and ambition to facilitate positive outcomes for children involved in private and public law family court proceedings. Our Social Workers - professionally known as Family Court Advisers (FCAs) - play a vital role. You will be working within our Public Law team, where local authorities have raised serious welfare concerns, or a converged team covering both law types. As the only organisation that does this kind of work, FCAs can make recommendations leading to lasting change for children and families, which is why this it is responsibility we take seriously. And why we''re committed to creating a safe, healthy and supportive environment for our colleagues to practice. What you''ll be doing As a FCA at Cafcass, you will: Complete high quality assessments, engaging directly with children to understand their experiences, wishes and feelings - and ensure these are clearly and powerfully represented to the family court. Apply your expertise in risk assessment, analysis and mediation, advocating for solutions that place the child''s safety, wellbeing and long term interests at the centre of decision making. Work with adults, local authorities, and a wide range of professionals to help resolve complex issues and influence better outcomes for children. Who we''re looking for: We''re looking for practitioners who are confident, curious, compassionate and committed to excellent ..... full job details .....