Field-Based Care Leaver Support Specialist

Somerset Council; Bridgwater; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

Hybrid/flexible working

Generous leave

Wellbeing support

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

Somerset Council is seeking a Leaving Care Worker to support young people aged 16 and over who are in care or care-experienced. You’ll work with social workers and other professionals to understand needs and develop Pathway Plans, delivering trauma-informed, consistent support in the transition to adulthood.

Based across Somerset with travel to homes and supported accommodation, the role requires flexibility, travel willingness, and a commitment to safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Direct experience working with young people aged 16-25.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with youth with complex needs.
• Understanding of care-experienced young people’s needs, including mental health.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed practice and attachment theory.
• Understanding safeguarding and child protection.
• Experience collaborating across multi-agency services.

Responsibilities

• Support care leavers aged 16-25 in planning for adulthood.
• Collaborate with social workers and professionals on Pathway Plans.
• Act as Personal Adviser from age 18 to support goals.
• Help with housing options and transitions from foster care.
• Travel across Somerset to meet young people where they live.

Skills

Engagement & relationships

Youth work experience

Trauma-informed practice

Safeguarding

Multi-agency collaboration

Mental health awareness

Job description

Somerset Council is seeking a Leaving Care Worker to support young people aged 16 and over who are in care or care-experienced. You’ll work with social workers and other professionals to understand needs and develop Pathway Plans, delivering trauma-informed, consistent support in the transition to adulthood.

Based across Somerset with travel to homes and supported accommodation, the role requires flexibility, travel willingness, and a commitment to safeguarding.