Parent Assessor - Expert Court Assessment Service (ECAS) (Full Time)

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Be part of something new. Build specialist expertise.

Parent Assessor (ECAS)
Children’s Care & Support

We are recruiting to our new Expert Court Assessment Service (ECAS) — an innovative service focused on delivering high-quality, court-ready parenting assessments that improve outcomes for children.

This is an exciting opportunity to develop specialist skills in assessment and court work within a supportive and forward-thinking team.

About the Role

As an ECAS Parent Assessor, you will work as a specialist practitioner, delivering analytical parenting assessments within pre-proceedings and care proceedings.

You will:

• Complete high-quality, child-focused parenting assessments
• Produce analytical, court-ready reports
• Contribute to timely decision-making and reduced delay
• Work collaboratively with legal services and partner agencies
• Develop expertise in court-based social work practice

Special requirements for this post

We welcome applications from qualified and experienced candidates. You will need to have a Social Work. You will need to hold a current SW England registration.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and a comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on successful applicants including an Enhanced Children’s Department of Barring Services check.

About you

Why Join ECAS Now?

• Be part of a new and growing specialist service
• Build expertise in assessment and court work
• Benefit from strong supervision and development opportunities
• Work within a high-performing, supportive team environment
• Access clear career progression pathways

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Social Worker with SWE registration
• Experience of working with children and families
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Commitment to high-quality, child-focused practice

About us

Make a Difference Where It Matters Most

Help shape better decisions for children through high-quality assessment work

If you like the sound of moving to an authority where social workers are truly valued, get in touch with us today for a confidential discussion about this post by emailing socialcarerecruitment@lbbd.gov.uk