Care Leavers Personal Advisor – Shape Futures

West Sussex County Council; England; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in the United Kingdom is seeking a Personal Advisor to join their Care Leavers Service. The ideal candidate will support young people aged 17-25 in transitioning to adulthood, helping them develop skills necessary for independent living. Required skills include excellent communication and analytical abilities. The position offers full-time work with a salary range of £36,363 - £39,152 per annum, and various employee benefits including a local government pension scheme.

Benefits

Local government pension scheme

Generous holiday entitlement

Flexibility in working options

Maternity and paternity leave

Training and development opportunities

Health and wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Ability to engage and empower Care Leavers effectively.
• Experience in partnership working to support young people.
• Calmness under pressure in crisis situations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver services to Care Leavers in line with statutory duties.
• Support young people in their transition to adulthood.
• Act with integrity and professionalism on behalf of the organization.

Skills

Analytical skills

Engagement skills

Excellent communication

Problem solving

Ability to work under pressure

Experience with children and young people

Safeguarding knowledge

Job description

A local government authority in the United Kingdom is seeking a Personal Advisor to join their Care Leavers Service. The ideal candidate will support young people aged 17-25 in transitioning to adulthood, helping them develop skills necessary for independent living. Required skills include excellent communication and analytical abilities. The position offers full-time work with a salary range of £36,363 - £39,152 per annum, and various employee benefits including a local government pension scheme.