Care Leavers Pathway Advisor

Southwark Council; Greater London; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Season ticket loan

Cycle loans

27–35 days annual leave (pro rata)

Health plan and eye care

Job summary

Southwark Council is recruiting a permanent Personal Advisor to join our dedicated Care Leavers Service. The role focuses on supporting young adults aged 18 to 25 as they transition into adulthood, providing practical help and guidance within a multidisciplinary network.

You will befriend, advise and assist care leavers to meet their goals, delivering targeted interventions and ensuring strong outcomes in education, employment and training. DBS check is required.

Qualifications

• DBS Enhanced check required.
• 36 hours per week.
• Office presence at least three times a week and a duty rota.

Responsibilities

• Support and empower care leavers aged 18–25 to transition to adulthood.
• Provide direct practical support and guidance to help achieve goals.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary networks in statutory and non-profit sectors.
• Help increase education, employment and training outcomes for young people.

Skills

Organised

Excellent communicator

Interpersonal skills

SMART goals

Pathway planning

Co-production with young people

Recordkeeping

Job description

Southwark Council is recruiting a permanent Personal Advisor to join our dedicated Care Leavers Service. The role focuses on supporting young adults aged 18 to 25 as they transition into adulthood, providing practical help and guidance within a multidisciplinary network.

You will befriend, advise and assist care leavers to meet their goals, delivering targeted interventions and ensuring strong outcomes in education, employment and training. DBS check is required.