Agency FCA - Cafcass - Suffolk/Norfolk & Essex

FCA Agency Social Worker Location: Essex (Chelmsford) or Norfolk & Suffolk (Norwich) Rate: £37.75 per hour Hours: 37 hours per week Client: Cafcass Vacancies: 2 (1x Essex, 1x Norfolk/Suffolk) About the Role Cafcass is seeking two experienced Family Court Adviser (FCA) Social Workers to join their teams across Essex and Norfolk/Suffolk. You'll play a vital role in safeguarding children involved in family court proceedings, ensuring their voice is heard and their best interests are represented. Key Responsibilities Represent children in family court proceedings Undertake assessments and provide clear, evidence-based recommendations Work closely with families, carers, and multi-agency partners Prepare high-quality reports for court Manage a varied caseload effectively and professionally Essential Criteria Qualified Social Worker with Social Work England (SWE) registration Enhanced DBS completed within the last 12 months via an agency Right to Work in the UK (no sponsorship available) Ability to start within 4 weeks' notice Strong court experience and report writing skills Desirable Experience Minimum 3 years post-qualified experience Previous experience within Cafcass or similar court-based roles Additional Information Two separate roles available (Essex and Norfolk/Suffolk) Why Choose Caritas Recruitment? 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