Family Court Adviser – Work to First Hearing (Brighton)

About the role

The Family Court Adviser (FCA) will support Cafcass’s Work to First Hearing service in Brighton. You will assess private law applications, gather information from police and local authorities, and provide safeguarding advice to the court.

Key responsibilities

• Receive and review private law applications together with external information.
• Conduct telephone interviews with parties to assess risks to children.
• Write safeguarding letters to the court based on findings.
• Attend first hearings (in person or remotely) to give evidence when required.
• Identify referrals to support services and maintain accurate case records.
• Work two days per week on‑site (office or court) and the remainder remotely.

Required profile

• Experience or strong understanding of child safeguarding and private law cases.
• Ability to analyse complex information quickly and accurately.
• Highly organised, motivated and able to work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent written communication for court correspondence.
• Willingness to work both on‑site and remotely.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive hourly rate up to £37.75.
• Agency contract with flexible hybrid working.
• Opportunity to contribute to safeguarding vulnerable families.