Family Court Adviser; Social Worker

Position: Family Court Adviser (Social Worker)
Location: Oxfordshire

Social Worker (Locum) - Cafcass

Public and Private Law Teams

Cafcass is currently recruiting experienced Locum Social Workers to join our Public and Private Law teams across the Thames Valley and Swindon.

These are excellent opportunities to work within a respected national organisation, making a real difference to children and families involved in family court proceedings.

Available Roles

2 x Locum Social Workers based from our Reading or Oxford offices, covering the Thames Valley region, including Oxford, Reading, Slough, and surrounding areas

1 x Locum Social Worker based from our Swindon office

Hybrid working arrangements are available, with office attendance required for key meetings and court work.

About the Role

As a Cafcass Social Worker, you will:

Undertake work in Public and/or Private Law proceedings

Safeguard and promote the welfare of children involved in family court cases

Prepare high-quality reports for court and provide clear, child-focused recommendations

Work directly with children and families, ensuring the child's voice is heard

Liaise effectively with legal professionals, local authorities, and partner agencies

Requirements

Qualified Social Worker with current Social Work England registration

Proven experience in Public and/or Private Law

Strong assessment, analysis, and report-writing skills

Ability to manage a caseload independently and work to court deadlines

Commitment to Cafcass values and child-centred practice

What Cafcass Offers

Competitive locum rates

Supportive team environments and professional supervision

Flexible and hybrid working options

The opportunity to work on meaningful, high-impact cases

If you are an experienced Social Worker looking for your next locum role within Cafcass, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now to join a service dedicated to putting children first.

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