Cafcass London requires a Qualified Social Worker to join their team - Private Law. A section 7 report is usually required when the court has requested for this to be commissioned either by Cafcass or the social services to assist them in reaching a decision on a child proceedings case concerning the welfare of a child.

A report will assist the court in considering a family dispute between the parents and determining an outcome of the dispute. A Cafcass section 7 report may be needed in one of the following matters:

• Child Arrangements Order - when deciding who the child is to live with and with who the child is to have contact.
• Prohibited Steps Order - preventing either parent from doing certain things or making decisions without the permission of the other parent.
• Specific Issue Order - an order to determine a specific question arising in relation to a child.

A report will contain background information, key facts and most importantly will set out the child's needs and wishes in accordance with the Welfare Checklist. When preparing a report the Cafcass officer or social services will need to see the child usually independently as well as interviewing both parents individually.

Suitable candidates must have a degree in social work and at least 2-3 years post qualification experience working in a Children Team that ideally involved court work. Cafcass is Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service.

The role of Cafcass is to safeguard and promote the welfare of children by considering their needs, wishes and feelings in child proceedings. Our Client is looking for an experienced Qualified Social Worker with extensive Child Protection, Family Support and Court experience to join their Private Sector Court focused organisation.

Long term contracts at good rates of pay up to £37.75ph. Flexible working from home has always been offered in these roles. Benefits include:

• DBS check processed and paid for by Eden Brown Synergy.
• Referral bonus if you refer a colleague or friend to us.
• Bonus for finding your own job.
• Twice weekly payroll.
• Dedicated recruitment consultant who will support you throughout your job search, employment and beyond.