Agency FCA - WAFH - Cafcass

Location: Peterborough Office - covering Peterborough & South Lincolnshire Contract Type: Temporary Hours: 37 hours per week Duration: Until 31/03/2027 Client: Cafcass The Role Cafcass is seeking an experienced Agency Family Court Adviser (FCA) to join the Work After First Hearing (WAFH) team based from the Peterborough office, covering Peterborough and South Lincolnshire. The WAFH team undertakes case management following the First Hearing Dispute Resolution Appointment (FHDRA), working across Public and Private Law to progress cases, complete safeguarding and risk assessments, and provide high‑quality analysis and recommendations to the Family Court. Key Responsibilities Managing allocated WAFH cases post‑first hearing Completing assessments and producing clear, analytical reports Making professional recommendations focused on the welfare and best interests of children Working effectively with courts, local authorities and partner agencies Essential Requirements Qualified Social Worker Registered with Social Work England (SWE) Enhanced DBS issued within the last 12 months (via the submitting agency) Right to Work in the UK (no sponsorship available) Able to start with less than 4 weeks' notice Experience in Public and/or Private Law children's services Desirable Minimum 3 years post‑qualified experience Additional Information Role is to provide cover until 31 March 2027 Why work with Caritas? Choose Caritas as your career partner for… Competitive rates of pay Access to the broadest range of temporary and permanent vacancies nationwide Caritas app - access to live vacancies, online chat & payment information Dedicated one‑to‑one consultant support Post‑placement follow‑up meetings Subsidised training Recommend a friend/colleague bonus scheme - £300 DBS Check CV writing service, interview technique coaching Interested? To find out more or to apply, contact: Chris Tuckwell 📞 (phone number removed) ✉️ (url removed) Or refer someone you know for £300! Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy