Family Court Advisor

JOB-20240819-db742659

Job Title:
Family Court Advisor

Specialism:
Children's Social Care

Location:
Middlesbrough, UK

Salary:
Competitive Salary (Hourly)

Type:
Ongoing, Full Time/Part Time

This is an exciting opportunity for someone ready to step into a fulfilling role as a Family Court Advisor within the dynamic field of Children's Social Care. Based in Middlesbrough, you'll have the chance to make a real impact on children's lives through your work in the family court system. With the flexibility of Full Time or Part Time work, this could be the ideal role for you.

Perks and benefits:

• Work-Life Balance: Work-life balance is at your fingertips with the option for Full Time or Part Time roles, giving you the flexibility to match your lifestyle perfectly.
• Competitive Hourly Salary: A competitive hourly salary means you are fairly rewarded for the skills and dedication you bring to the role.
• Professional Development: Dive into a pool of professional development opportunities that keep your career moving forward and your knowledge fresh and current.
• Locum Benefits: Embrace the perks of locum work, which can include diverse experiences, enhanced learning, and the potential for increased career stability.
• Meaningful Impact: Enjoy the satisfaction and pride that comes with positively influencing the lives of children and families during critical moments.

What you will do:

• Undertake comprehensive assessments of children and families involved in family court proceedings, identifying welfare concerns, risks, and protective factors.
• Carry out direct work with children to understand and represent their wishes, feelings, and lived experiences within the court process.
• Prepare high-quality Section 7 reports, safeguarding letters, risk assessments, and court recommendations within required timescales.
• Analyse complex issues, including domestic abuse, parental conflict, neglect, emotional harm, and child protection concerns.
• Provide expert advice and evidence to Family Courts, attending hearings, and presenting professional recommendations when required.

Roles and responsibilities:

• Undertake robust and thorough assessments of children and families to highlight welfare concerns and identify both risks and protective measures.
• Engage directly with children, ensuring their voices are heard, and their wishes and feelings are accurately portrayed within the court.
• Deliver timely and detailed reports and risk assessments, offering informed court recommendations.
• Navigate complex issues such as domestic abuse, parental conflict, and child protection with analytical precision.
• Offer expert testimony and recommendations to Family Courts, supporting proceedings with professional insights.

Person Specification:

Qualifications:

• Degree in Social Work, DipSW, CQSW, or an equivalent recognised social work qualification.
• Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to children's social work practice.

Registration & Compliance:

• Current registration with Social Work England.

Experience:

• Minimum of three years' post-qualifying experience working with children and families.
• Experience in child protection, safeguarding, and statutory social work practice.

Middlesbrough offers a fantastic blend of urban living and accessible natural beauty, with cultural hotspots, parks and greenery, and vibrant community life. It’s a place where you can enjoy a rewarding career and create memorable experiences, all set in the heart of the North East. Make Middlesbrough your next career adventure!

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