Leaving Care Personal Advisor

Service Care Solutions Ltd; Bury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Bury Council is seeking a Personal Adviser to join their Social Care and Safeguarding team. This full-time role involves supporting children in care and care leavers to navigate their transition to adulthood through practical and emotional support, advocacy, and planning. The ideal candidate will have an NVQ Level 3 in Childcare and significant experience working with young people, alongside strong communication skills and a commitment to equal opportunities.

Benefits

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Significant experience working with children or adolescents.
• Understanding of equal opportunities and anti-oppressive practice.
• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Support children in care and care leavers to achieve positive outcomes.
• Provide emotional support to young people and their families.
• Advocate for young people and assist in decision-making processes.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Knowledge of child development

Experience with children/adolescents

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Childcare (or equivalent)

Job description

Job Title: Personal Adviser
Location: The New Kershaw Centre, Bury (with travel across the Borough)
Contract: Full Time – 37 hours per week
Department: Children, Young People & Culture – Social Care and Safeguarding
Grade: 9

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people?
Bury Council is looking for a dedicated and motivated Personal Adviser to join our Social Care and Safeguarding team. In this rewarding role, you’ll work directly with children in care and care leavers, supporting them to achieve positive outcomes and make a successful transition into adulthood.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the implementation of care and pathway plans
  
  
• Provide practical and emotional support to children, young people, and their families
  
  
• Help prepare young people for independence and adulthood
  
  
• Promote education, training, employment, and housing opportunities
  
  
• Maintain regular contact and act as a key point of support for care leavers
  
  
• Advocate for young people and support their participation in decision-making
  
  
• Contribute to assessments, reviews, and multi-agency planning
  
  

What We're Looking For:

• NVQ Level 3 in Childcare (or equivalent)
  
  
• Significant experience working with children and/or adolescents in a professional capacity
  
  
• Knowledge of child development and safeguarding issues
  
  
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective, supportive relationships
  
  
• Understanding of equal opportunities and anti-oppressive practice
  
  
• Ability to work flexibly, including some evenings
  
  
• A full driving licence and access to a vehicle (car user allowance payable)
  
  

Why Join Us? You’ll become part of a supportive and dynamic team, committed to improving the lives of children and young people across Bury. We offer training, development opportunities, and the chance to contribute to vital services that have real impact in our communities.

To Apply:
Please send your CV or expression of interest to [e-mail]

For more information or an informal chat about the role, feel free to get in touch via email.

Bury Council is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.