Impactful Family Court Advisor (Short-Term Contract)

Service Care; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Short-term contract

Gained experience in family courts

Supportive environment

Develop expertise in child welfare

Job summary

Service Care Solutions in the United Kingdom is recruiting a Family Court Adviser: A2 - Social Care Qualified for a short-term 2-week contract to support safeguarding children within family courts.

The role involves assessing risks, preparing reports, advising courts on welfare, and working with children, families and multidisciplinary teams. Recognised Social Work qualification and at least three years' post-qualifying experience are required.

Qualifications

• Recognized Social Work qualification.
• At least three years of experience working with children and families.
• Strong assessment, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Excellent case management and IT skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and handle high-conflict situations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough assessments of children and families involved in family proceedings.
• Advising courts on child welfare, safeguarding, and risk factors.
• Working directly with children and families to support positive outcomes.
• Preparing detailed reports and recommendations for court hearings.
• Managing sensitive, high-conflict situations with professionalism and empathy.
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop appropriate care plans.

Skills

Assessment skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Case management

IT skills

Education

Social Work qualification

Three years post-qualifying experience with children and families

Job description

Service Care Solutions in the United Kingdom is recruiting a Family Court Adviser: A2 - Social Care Qualified for a short-term 2-week contract to support safeguarding children within family courts.

The role involves assessing risks, preparing reports, advising courts on welfare, and working with children, families and multidisciplinary teams. Recognised Social Work qualification and at least three years' post-qualifying experience are required.