Leaving Care Personal Advisor

CRA GROUP RECRUITMENT AND PAYROLL LTD; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority recruiting organization in Birmingham is looking for a full-time support worker for care leavers aged 18 to 25. This role involves managing a caseload, developing Pathway Plans, and assisting young individuals in transitioning to independent living while ensuring that their rights are advocated for. Applicants should have experience in social care or education and be committed to promoting the welfare of young people.

Qualifications

• Experience with young people in social care, education or youth support.
• Knowledge of legislative framework for care leavers, including UASC.
• Ability to develop effective Pathway Plans.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of care leavers delivering supportive services.
• Develop and review Pathway Plans with young people.
• Assist young people in preparing for independent living.

Skills

Experience working with young people

Knowledge of legislative policies for care leavers

Excellent organisational skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Job description

2 Month Contract With A Local Authority

Job Purpose:

To provide statutory support and guidance to care leavers aged 18 to 25, including Unaccompanied Asylum‑Seeking Children (UASC), in accordance with the Children (Leaving Care) Act 2000, the Children and Social Work Act 2017 and related legislation. The role involves managing a caseload of eligible former care leavers, supporting their transition into independent adulthood through robust Pathway Planning, advocacy and multi‑agency coordination.

Key Responsibilities

• Hold and manage a caseload of care leavers (18‑25), including UASC, delivering support in line with legal duties and best practice.
• Develop, implement and review Pathway Plans in collaboration with young people, ensuring they are aspirational, person‑centred and regularly updated.
• Undertake statutory visits and maintain regular contact in accordance with national guidance and local policies.
• Assist young people in preparing for and sustaining independent living, including housing, financial management, education, employment, health and emotional wellbeing.
• Support access to and engagement with universal and specialist services, advocating for young people’s rights and needs.
• Work closely with social workers, housing teams, education providers, immigration advisors, health professionals and voluntary sector agencies to ensure joined‑up support.
• Attend and contribute to multi‑agency meetings, care reviews, safeguarding panels and transition planning forums as required.
• Maintain accurate up‑to‑date case records and documentation using the council’s case‑management system.
• Ensure all statutory obligations and performance indicators are met within required timescales.
• Respond to young people’s queries and crises in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Promote the voice of the young person in all aspects of service delivery.
• Support participation in education, training, employment and positive activities.
• Encourage development of life skills and resilience to support long‑term independence.

Requirements

• Experience working with young people in a social care, education or youth support setting.
• Knowledge of the legislative and policy framework for care leavers, including UASC.
• Ability to develop effective Pathway Plans and work in a person‑centred way.
• Excellent organisational, communication and report‑writing skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a multi‑agency team.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people.
• Flexibility to travel across the borough/region and to work occasional evenings/weekends as needed.

DBS Is required for This Role

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1