Personal Adviser (Leaving Care Worker) – 3 Month Contract

Summary

Responsibilities

• Build strong, positive relationships with young people and their support networks.
  
• Develop and review Pathway Plans using Signs of Safety and Valuing Care frameworks.
  
• Support young people in key areas such as:
  • Accommodation
    
  • Health and wellbeing
    
  • Education, employment, and training
    
  • Finances and life skills
    
• Coordinate multi-agency support across housing, health, and partner services.
  
• Conduct statutory face-to-face visits (local and national travel required).
  
• Act as Lead Professional where appropriate.
  
• Participate in a duty rota and provide support during crisis situations.
  

• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (national travel required).
  
• Experience within a local authority or council setting is highly desirable.
  
• Experience supporting young people aged 16–25.
  
• Background in leaving care, youth work, social care, or a similar setting.
  
• Strong understanding of safeguarding, risk management, and vulnerability.
  
• Experience working within multi-agency environments.
  
• Proven ability to build effective, supportive relationships.
  

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Health & Social Care, Youth Work, or a related discipline (desirable).
  

Why Apply

• Opportunity to make a genuine difference in young people’s lives.
  
• Work within a supportive and developing service.
  
• Gain valuable experience within a local authority environment.
  
• Competitive contract with regular bi-weekly pay.
  
• Immediate start opportunities available.
  

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