Hybrid Assistant Service Manager: Lead Family Court Practice

Cafcass; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK children's service organization is seeking an Assistant Service Manager for their Private Law team in Maidstone. The role involves managing a team of Family Court Advisers, ensuring child welfare, and providing reflective case supervision. Suitable candidates will be registered with Social Work England and possess strong organisational and communication skills. This position supports a hybrid work environment and values diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Generous holidays

18.1% employer pension contribution

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Experience supervising, coaching, or mentoring social workers.
• Competence in promoting resilience and wellbeing at work.
• Ability to interact effectively with children.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of Family Court Advisers.
• Safeguard and protect the welfare of children.
• Provide high‑quality reflective case supervision.

Skills

Organisational skills

Resilience

Emotional intelligence

Communication skills

Education

Registration with Social Work England

Job description

A UK children's service organization is seeking an Assistant Service Manager for their Private Law team in Maidstone. The role involves managing a team of Family Court Advisers, ensuring child welfare, and providing reflective case supervision. Suitable candidates will be registered with Social Work England and possess strong organisational and communication skills. This position supports a hybrid work environment and values diversity and inclusion.