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The Vacancy
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 might work within Private Law team, where there is disagreement on the best arrangements for the welfare of the child(ren) involved), a Public Law team, where local authorities have raised serious welfare concerns, or a converged team covering both law types.
Whatever the team you join, the underlying role is the same - to speak on behalf of children and young people to ensure their thoughts, wishes and feelings are not just understood but heard.
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:
Who we're looking for:
We're looking for practitioners who are confident, curious, compassionate and committed to excellent social work practice.
To join us, you'll need:
You can view the full job description in the vacancy documents.
Where you'll work
Our Social Workers work flexibly across multiple settings - including the office in Norwich and Ipswich, home, courts, schools and other appropriate, safe locations, and we ensure you have the technology to do this. The role will be covering Norfolk and Suffolk areas.
Shared learning is very important to us, and we bring our teams together regularly, both remotely and in-person, for team meetings and group supervision, which creates space to connect with peers and managers, reflect on practice, and feel supported.
You'll also have regular 1:1 time with your manager, especially during your induction, and again there will be a balance between doing this remotely and in-person, so you have opportunities to form in-person connections.
If shortlisted, the hiring manager will be able to give you more insight into what a typical week or month might look like should you join us.
How we support you
As the largest employer of Children's Social Workers in England, we're uniquely placed to support your professional growth and wellbeing.
At Cafcass, you'll benefit from:
You can find more about how we support our practitioners on our website, and we'll share more during the selection process.
Next steps
Below we have set out an indicative timetable we are hoping to work towards, although dates are subject to change.
Closing date: 9th August 2026
Telephone interviews: 10th - 12th August 2026
Final Interview: TBC
If you have any questions about the role or recruitment process, please contact .
Before applying, we encourage you to read about our offer and pre employment checks. Any questions or concerns can be confidentially raised through your application.
Successful applicants will complete several pre engagement checks, including a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. If any criminal offences are disclosed, we will conduct an individual assessment in line with the DBS code of practice and the Cafcass DBS policy .
We look forward to receiving your application!
The Vacancy
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 might work within Private Law team, where there is disagreement on the best arrangements for the welfare of the child(ren) involved), a 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:
Who we're looking for:
We're looking for practitioners who are confident, curious, compassionate and committed to excellent social work practice.
To join us, you'll need:
You can view the full job description in the vacancy documents.
Where you'll work
Our Social Workers work flexibly across multiple settings - including the office in London or Croydon, home, courts, schools and other appropriate, safe locations, and we ensure you have the technology to do this.
Shared learning is very important to us, and we bring our teams together regularly, both remotely and in-person, for team meetings and group supervision, which creates space to connect with peers and managers, reflect on practice, and feel supported.
You'll also have regular 1:1 time with your manager, especially during your induction, and again there will be a balance between doing this remotely and in-person, so you have opportunities to form in-person connections.
If shortlisted, the hiring manager will be able to give you more insight into what a typical week or month might look like should you join us.
How we support you
As the largest employer of Children's Social Workers in England, we're uniquely placed to support your professional growth and wellbeing.
At Cafcass, you'll benefit from:
You can find more about how we support our practitioners on our website, and we'll share more during the selection process.
Next steps
Below we have set out an indicative timetable we are hoping to work towards, although dates are subject to change.
Closing date: 20 August 2026
Telephone interviews: W/C 24 August 2026
Final Interview: W/C 31 August 2026
If you have any questions about the role or recruitment process, please contact
Before applying, we encourage you to read about our offer and pre employment checks. Any questions or concerns can be confidentially raised through your application.
Successful applicants will complete several pre engagement checks, including a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. If any criminal offences are disclosed, we will conduct an individual assessment in line with the DBS code of practice and the Cafcass DBS policy .
Where you'll work
In this role you will play a key role in supporting our teams and colleagues when they are in the office, like our Social Workers seeing children and families, or our teams being together for team meetings or supervision. Therefore, whilst you will benefit from working flexibly, including some remote working, you will also be required to be in the office on a regular basis.
If you join us you expect to have regular 1:1 time with your manager, especially during your induction, and again there will be a balance between doing this remotely and in-person, so you have both flexibility and opportunities to form connections.
If shortlisted, the hiring manager will be able to give you more insight into what a typical week or month might look like should you join us.
We look forward to receiving your application!
Our client Pembrokeshire County Council is looking for a Children's Qualified social worker to join their Assessment team.
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Social Worker to join our team providing support to children and families in the Child Care Assessment Team within the Social Services and Housing directorate.
The Child Care Assessment Team is a statutory team that undertakes child protection, Young People Looked After, Court and family support work with families under the remit of the Social Services and Well Being Act (Wales) Act 2014 and related codes of practice.
We are looking for a qualified Social Worker to join the Child Care assessment Team who will be responsible in ensuring that the needs and services for children and families within Pembrokeshire. The Social Worker will be required to meet statutory timescales, complete assessments within timescales, undertake child protection investigations and manage their caseloads, including Court Cases. The Social worker will be part of a S.47 JI rota, consisting of two social workers on this rota daily and will be completing assessments of higher end child in need cases and where there are concerns being raised for exploitation. CCAT are currently developing a S.47 Team and an Assessment Team.
We provide a supportive working structure across all of our social care teams, ensuring you have all you need to perform to the best of your abilities, whilst doing a job you love. Supporting this team would provide opportunities to contribute directly to the work and safeguarding children and for personal development.
Benefits of working with Remedy
Terms & Conditions apply
You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions.
Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit.
Qualified Social Worker, Children with Disabilities Team, Manchester City Council Pay rate to £35 per hour Contract role Vitalis are recruiting for experienced Social Worker to work in a Children with Disabilities Team in Manchester City Council.We are looking for a qualified social worker to join our children with disability team. You will join an experienced team of 4 social workers, 2 advanced practitioners and team manager. The team work with children who have disabilities and complex needs at all stages of intervention: CIN, CP, CLA. The team assess for appropriate packages of care including short break eligibility.The team are based in the South of the City at Etrop Court in Wythenshawe. There is free parking available nearby. The team are office based to support team identity, support and resilience. Home working can be agreed at the discretion of the team manager. You will have access to training and regular, supportive supervision. You will be joining the team at an exciting time as the service are a test & learn site for the Families First Reforms. Don't forget, if this role isn't the perfect fit, we're confident we can find one that is. We recruit across a wide range of public sector specialisms, including:
Agency Qualified Social Worker - No Recourse to Public Funds (NRPF) Team
Location: Greenwich (Hybrid)
Contract: Agency
Job Summary
Requirements
Job Title: QSW, MASH Team, Dudley Council
Location: Cable Plaza, Dudley
Rate: 38
Interviews will be onsite only, and successful candidates will be required to work from the officer every day for at least 2weeks and then 3 days on site afterwards.
Only CVs with relevant MASH experience will be considered.
The primary purpose of the role is to:
Connect2Dudley is a trading style of Dudley & Kent Commercial Services LTD - A joint venture between Dudley Metropolitan Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dudley is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
Are you a skilled and passionate Social Worker ready to be the frontline response for children and families?
Do you have child protection experience?
Yes?
Randstad are recruiting for a Qualified Social Worker to join Edinburgh City Council's Children's and Families Service in their Child Protection team. This is a full time role offering a fantastic competitive pay rate.
Benefits:
Responsibilities:
Requirements:
Experience:
If you have any further questions, or wish to apply for this role then please contact Hannah on (phone number removed) or . Otherwise Apply Below and I will be in touch soon.
Are you thinking about a change in your career but not sure about this role? Whether you are an existing candidate, new to the locum market and are exploring some options or looking for a new permanent role, we have several exciting opportunities with competitive pay & flexibility. If you wish to discuss this further please contact me on the details above.
Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.
Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.
Our client Suffolk County Council is looking for a Qualified Social Worker to join their MASH team.
Typical Responsibilities
Communicating and engaging with children, young people and their families, with colleagues and with communities.
Effective Practice, Assessment, Planning and Review
To respond to needs identified with the family by identifying and delivering evidence-based interventions as required
Information, Advice and Signposting
Multi-Agency and Partnership Working
Managing Risk and Safeguarding
To work in the homes of children and families and in a variety of other settings
Benefits of working with Remedy
Terms & Conditions apply
You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions.
Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit.
Court Social Worker (Non-Caseholding)
Location: Huyton, Merseyside
Pay Rate: 31.15 per hour (Umbrella)
Contract: Agency/Temporary
Hours: Full-time
Are you a Qualified Social Worker with strong court experience looking for a role where you can focus on achieving positive outcomes for children without managing a caseload?
We're recruiting for an experienced Court Social Worker to join the Accelerated Permanence Team in Huyton, Merseyside. This is an excellent opportunity to use your analytical expertise and report-writing skills to support permanency planning and improve outcomes for children and young people.
The Role
Working alongside the Child Looked After Service, you will provide specialist support by producing high-quality assessments, court reports and statements that assist with permanency planning. As this is a non-caseholding role, you'll focus on delivering evidence-based work within agreed timescales, helping to reduce delay and support timely decision-making for children and families.
You'll work collaboratively with allocated social workers, legal professionals and partner agencies to ensure children achieve safe, stable and permanent outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
About You
To be successful, you will have:
Pay & Benefits
Essential Requirements
Applicants must have:
If you're an experienced Children's Social Worker looking to use your court expertise in a dedicated, non-caseholding role, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to find out more about this excellent opportunity in Huyton, Merseyside. For more information, contact Natasha Haddon
TeacherActive is proud to be working with a well-established children's residential care provider with several homes across Birmingham. The provider supports children and young people aged 6-16 with EBD, Autism and SEMH, promoting a safe, nurturing environment where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential through a caring and therapeutic approach.
We are looking to recruit a Qualified Residential Support Worker (Children) on a temporary, part-time basis with an ASAP start. The successful Qualified Residential Support Worker (Children) will support young people with their daily routines, promote independence, manage challenging behaviours positively, and deliver high-quality, person-centred care across a number of residential homes. Shifts include 12-hour day shifts (10:00am to 10:00pm), with sleep shifts and waking nights also available.
The successful Qualified Residential Support Worker (Children) will have:
In return for the above you can expect to receive:
Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.
If you are interested in this position, then click APPLY NOW and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.
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About TeacherActive
TeacherActive is one of the UK s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.
Equal Opportunities Statement
TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services.
Safeguarding and DBS Compliance
Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements.
Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.
Our client Salford County Council is looking for a Qualified social worker to join their Mental health team.
Will be working at the Front Door team conducting visits and assessments in support of the contact team. Hybrid working is available, up to two days a week from home.
Benefits of working with Remedy
Terms & Conditions apply
You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions.
Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit.
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