Cafcass (Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service) is seeking passionate and motivated interns for its 2025 Internship Programme. This internship will provide you with an opportunity to support and contribute to the important work that Cafcass does in safeguarding children and ensuring their voices are heard in family law proceedings. As an intern, you will gain valuable insights into the intersection of law, social work, and child protection while directly supporting teams working on cases that impact children's welfare.
- Assist with preparing case files and reviewing case documentation.
- Support Cafcass Officers in conducting research and gathering information to inform child protection reports.
- Attend and observe case meetings, hearings, and other legal proceedings, with a focus on understanding the legal and procedural aspects of family law.
- Help with the administration and coordination of case activities, including maintaining databases and filing systems.
- Communicate with clients and stakeholders, under supervision, to gather relevant information regarding cases.
- Participate in team meetings and contribute to discussions and case evaluations.
- Provide general support to staff, including scheduling, data entry, and preparation of reports.
- Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a relevant undergraduate degree, such as Law, Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or similar.
- Strong academic record with an interest in child protection, family law, or social work.
- Previous experience working or volunteering in a related field (e.g., social services, law, child welfare) is desirable but not required.
- Experience in administrative tasks such as data entry, record-keeping, or document management is an advantage.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and independently when required.
- Detail-oriented and organized, with strong time management skills.
- Understanding of child protection issues and family law is an asset.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and/or similar tools for data entry, report preparation, and communication.
- Compassionate, empathetic, and able to handle sensitive situations with discretion.
- Competitive internship stipend.
- Exposure to a range of social work and legal procedures within family law.
- Opportunity to gain practical experience in a public service sector organization.
- Access to training and professional development opportunities.
- The chance to work closely with experienced professionals in a child-focused environment.
- Flexible working options, including remote opportunities where applicable.
- A valuable networking opportunity within the child welfare and family law sectors.
To apply for the Cafcass Internship 2025, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing why you are interested in the internship and how your skills and experience align with the role. Please ensure your application is submitted through the Cafcass Careers portal.
