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Children and Families Advocacy Worker

EmployerAdvoCard

LocationLondon

£

Pay£ 27042 -30432 pro rata

Closing Date17 November 2026

role summary

Work full time to March 2029, 36.25 hours per week.
Help parents and families who work with social workers.
Make sure families know their rights and can speak up.
Support families in important meetings about their children.

key tasks

Give advocacy – help people speak up about their issues.
Help families get ready for meetings like Children’s Hearings.
Explain what is happening and what rights families have.
Speak for families if they ask you to.
Work with social workers and other professionals but stay independent.
Keep good records and help improve the service.

skills and experience

Experience in advocacy, social care or similar is good but not needed.
Know or learn about Children’s Hearings and social work.
Be confident in meetings and support people through hard times.
Be fair, caring and respect people’s rights.
Good at organising and writing clearly.
Training is given to help you learn.

£ pay and hours

Work 36.25 hours each week.
Get 42 days holiday in a year (pro rata).
8% pension paid by employer.
Support for mental health and wellbeing.
Flexible and hybrid working available.

location and workplace

Based at AdvoCard organisation in Edinburgh.
Work with a supportive and experienced team.
Follow safe and fair working practices.

how to apply

Fill in the application form (CVs not accepted).
You can apply by audio, video, or phone support.
Send questions or ask for help to Arlene at arlene@advocard.org.uk.
Apply before 12pm on 17 November 2026.
Interviews are on 20 November 2026, in person or by request remote.

checklist for applicants

Read the job description.
Fill in the application and equal opportunities forms.
Ask for help if you need it.
Apply before the closing date.
Remember interviews will share questions before meeting.

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AdvoCard welcomes applications from disabled people