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At Cafcass, we are always keen to hear from qualified, Social Work England registered Children's Social Workers who share our ambitions for children - exceptional experiences, for every child, everywhere and every time. We have opportunities across the country for talented, passionate Social Workers to work across Public Law and/or Private Law. You may know these as Family Court Advisers or Children's Guardians, which is what we call them professionally. You will potentially be involved in a combination of cases where either families require the assistance to agree on the best arrangements for the welfare and safety of the child(ren) involved or the local authority has serious concerns and requests the involvement of Cafcass in the case. If you join us, you will be trusted and empowered to work in a hybrid way. Our 30+ offices across the country are great for seeing children and families and connecting with your colleagues. However, we also know that for you to be the voice of children when the family court makes critical decisions about their futures, you'll need to work from a range of locations and require brilliant technology, resources and extensive support to manage your time and work/life balance. There is a lot more we can tell you about working for Cafcass, especially when it comes to extensive wellbeing support and excellent benefits and you can find out more if you click through but we also want to tell you a bit more about what we're looking for: Relevant Social Work qualification is essential. You must be registered with Social Work England. You'll demonstrable experience working with children and families, some of which must be in a social work capacity but may be supplemented by other relevant experience. Experience in Family Court proceedings and understanding of Private and/or Public Law would be an advantage. Organised and resilient with ability to work independently and managing workload effectively If you join us, you will join a diverse, inclusive organisation that is a safe space for colleagues with shared aspects of identity and lived experience, which helps ensure we provide a service which promotes the diversity and uniqueness of children and families from all backgrounds. Please note the advertised salary reflects our 2024/25 pay award. We are awaiting confirmation of our 2025/26 award. Anyone that joins our teams covering Greater London will also receive London weighting (currently £5,101 per annum, paid monthly pro rata) and for some of our teams across the country we are offering professional retention payments, details of which will be clear on individual adverts. If you click through you will be able to browse all of our current vacancies and choose which you would like to apply for. You'll also be able to read much more about what to expect if you join us in terms of benefits and support. Take the next step in your career with Cafcass and apply today.

WE DO NOT OFFER WORK SPONSORSHIP Make a lasting impact - one quiet night at a time. Are you a calm, compassionate, and resilient individual looking to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children and young people? We are seeking a Waking Nights Support Worker to join our dedicated team at our Children's Residential Home. This role is crucial in providing safety, stability, and emotional reassurance through the night. As part of a therapeutic and trauma-informed environment, you'll play a vital role in ensuring the children in our care feel safe, secure, and supported - even while the rest of the world sleeps. About Us Our residential home provides a nurturing and structured environment for children and young people aged Insert Age Range who have experienced trauma, neglect, or significant challenges in their early lives. We work closely with social workers, therapists, and educational professionals to offer a holistic and child-centred care approach. About the Role As a Waking Nights Support Worker, you will: Provide emotional reassurance and a calm, consistent presence throughout the night.Monitor the wellbeing of the children and respond to any distress, incidents, or needs during the night.Complete thorough and accurate documentation, including logs, safeguarding reports, and handovers to the day team.Support bedtime and morning routines, including waking the children, preparing breakfast, and assisting with personal care if needed.Conduct regular checks around the home to ensure it remains a safe, secure, and peaceful environment.Help maintain a therapeutic and stable atmosphere in line with the home's care plans and behavioural strategies. This role is waking, not sleeping. You'll be awake and alert throughout the shift to ensure full supervision and support is provided. About You We're looking for someone who: Has a natural empathy for children and young people.Can remain calm and responsive in emotionally charged or challenging situations.Is reliable, resilient, and understands the importance of professional boundaries.Can work independently through the night while remaining part of a supportive team.Has excellent written communication skills for clear and effective reporting.Is flexible and committed to the needs of the home and its residents. Desirable: Experience in a similar role or within a residential childcare setting.NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willing to work towards it).Knowledge of safeguarding, trauma-informed practice, and behaviour management techniques. What We Offer Competitive salary with additional enhancements for night shifts and bank holidays.Fully funded qualifications and continuous professional development.24/7 employee wellbeing support.A supportive, inclusive team culture.Career progression opportunities within a growing organisation.Paid holiday, pension scheme, and other employee benefits. Join us and become a trusted guardian in the quiet hours - helping children sleep safely, dream freely, and wake up stronger.

Pastoral Support Worker Gloucester, Gloucestershire Immediate Start Full time 89- 100 a day Academics are seeking a compassionate Pastoral Support Worker to join our dedicated team in a SEN specialist school in Gloucester of children age 5-16. The successful Pastoral Support Worker candidate will play a vital role in supporting the wellbeing, personal development, and academic engagement of young individuals outside of the classroom to ensure the children can reach their full potential in the classroom. We offer a supportive and collaborative working environment where ongoing training and professional development opportunities to really make an impact in the children's lives. Key responsibilities of the Pastoral Support Worker: Provide mental, emotional and social support to students Work closely with teachers, parents and guardians, and external agencies like CAMHS to ensure the best outcomes for young people Nurture students in overcoming barriers to learning, including attendance, social connections and behaviour challenges. Delivering 1:1 and small group interventions focused on resilience, confidence and positive behaviour are essential as a Pastoral Support Worker Ensure the safety and welfare of students, working on safeguarding practices About you: Experience working with children or young people in a pastoral, counselling, or previous support role Strong communication A calm, empathetic approach to nurturing children Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures Ability to work independently and collaboratively If you are interested in this Pastoral Support Worker role, then please apply directly to this advert with your CV.