FCA Social Workers - Bristol & Surrounding Areas (3 Roles)
Agency Social Worker - Cafcass - Bristol & Surrounding

Please note that only Social Work England Registered Social Workers with Right to Work in the UK will be considered for this role, please do not apply if you are not a SWE Registered Social Worker who has the Right to Work in the UK.

Caritas Recruitment is supporting Cafcass with three temporary Family Court Adviser (FCA) vacancies within the Public & Private Law Team, covering Bristol, Gloucestershire, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset.
Role Overview:
The role involves early safeguarding enquiries, direct work with children, multi‑agency liaison, and preparing detailed, analytical reports for the Family Court regarding children's welfare and best interests. Court experience is essential.
Key Information:

£37.75 per hour
37 hours per week
Assignment runs to 31st June 2026
Monthly office day + weekly virtual meetings
Induction partly remote, partly office‑basedEssential Criteria:

SWE Registered Social Worker
Enhanced DBS within 12 months
Social Work qualification
Full driving licence
UK Right to Work only (no sponsorship)Desirable Criteria:

3+ years PQE
Experience in safeguarding, court work, and complex family assessments
For more information on this role or for a discussion about Social Work opportunities across England and Wales please contact Gemma at Caritas Recruitment - g.bridgman @ (url removed) / (phone number removed)

Caritas Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy