Family Court Adviser, Cafcass, Stevenage


Company:	HCL Workforce Solutions Ltd
Salary:	£36.50 to £36.50 an hour
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Stevenage, SG1 3SS
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	12 Aug 2026
Closing date:	11 Sept 2026

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Summary

Role: Family Court Advisor - Qualified Children's Social Worker

Salary: £36.50 umb

Location: Cafcass, Stevenage

Job

Type: Temp

Benefits: Flexible, 1 day in the office and as required to visit courts and families

About the Role:

The Family Court Adviser role provides advanced social work support to children, families, and courts within family proceedings, ensuring the child's welfare and safeguarding remain central to all decision-making. The role involves assessing risk, analysing complex cases, advising courts on child protection and welfare concerns, and working directly with children and families to achieve positive outcomes. Applicants must hold a recognised Social Work qualification and have at least three years, post-qualifying experience working with children and families. Strong assessment, communication, negotiation, case management, and IT skills are essential, alongside the ability to work effectively under pressure and manage sensitive, high-conflict situations professionally

The office based is Stevenage but you will be required to travel to locations in either Hertfordshire or Bedfordshire

WAFH (Work After First Hearing);

Involves work completed after the first hearing, including detailed assessments, direct work with children and families, report writing, and ongoing recommendations to support the court in achieving the best outcomes for the child.

Public Law;

Cases where the Local Authority has intervened due to safeguarding concerns or risk of significant harm to a child. FCA's act as Children's Guardians, representing the child's wishes and best interests throughout care proceedings.

Private Law;

Cases involving disputes between parents or carers regarding child arrangements, such as contact or residence. FCA's assess welfare concerns, provide safeguarding advice and support families to remain focused on the child's needs.

Key responsibilities include:

* Conduct detailed assessments and risk evaluations for service users.

* Develop, implement, and review tailored support plans.

* Ensure the protection of vulnerable children and adults.

* Support clients to access healthcare, housing, benefits, and community resources.

* Partner with healthcare professionals, local authorities, and voluntary organisations.

* Maintain accurate and timely case notes in compliance with professional standards.

About you:

You will need to have a recognised professional Social Work qualification and be registered with Social Work England;

Have completed your ASYE programme;

Have a good level of experience of working in a children and families setting;

Have a good knowledge of minimum standards and be able to achieve our expectation for promoting change in family life;

Be able to demonstrate the ability to analyse information and make informed decisions;

Good knowledge of child development.

Skills:

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Strong case management and problem-solving ability.

Resilience and empathy when working with complex cases.

Collaborative Mindset: A proactive team player who values safeguarding and empowerment.

Why Join HCRG Staffing?

HCRG Staffing is one of the leading Healthcare recruitment companies in the UK. With over 20 years of experience, we have exclusive access to more roles than any other agency.

With a strong reputation for delivering skilled temporary healthcare staff into healthcare providers across the UK, HCRG Staffing not just offers a job, but a rewarding career where you can make a vital difference in peoples lives. Whether you're an experienced healthcare professional or just stating our, you'll benefit from comprehensive training, flexible working patterns and growth opportunities.

HCRG Staffing is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications regardless of sex, age, race, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, religion and belief, pregnancy and maternity or disability.

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