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Qualified Children's Social Worker - Child focused courts

CAFCASS

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Salary

£0 to £5

Contract

Not specified

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

Not specified

In plain English

What this job actually involves

You will work with children and families in Hampshire and Dorset, helping them through family court cases. The role suits qualified children's social workers who enjoy varied case work and can travel between Portsmouth and Bournemouth.

What you'll need

  • Qualified children’s social work degree
  • Registered with Social Work England or HCPC
  • Experience with families in court or child protection
  • Strong communication and report writing skills
  • Able to travel within Hampshire and Dorset

How to boost your chances

  • Highlight any court or family justice experience on your CV
  • Prepare examples of supporting children in difficult situations
  • Ensure your professional registration is up to date
  • Research CAFCASS’s role in family courts to show interest
  • Be ready to discuss managing a mixed travel base

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Job description

The Vacancy Location: Engaging directly with children and families in Hampshire (including Portsmouth and Winchester) and Dorset (including Bournemouth, Christchurch, Poole and Weymouth)with a contractual base in either Portsmouth or Bournemouth . Salary: £45,749 - £49,886 £4,000 joining incentive (see wider benefits below) A once-in-a-generation opportunity to practice social work differently Family justice is changing, and Cafcass is at the heart of that change. With the national rollout of…

How to apply

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Provenance

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Adzuna

First seen

10 October 2026

Last checked

10 October 2026

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