Leaving Care Personal Advisor

Service Care Solutions; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A local care support organization in the Metropolitan Borough of Solihull is seeking a Personal Advisor to guide care leavers as they transition into adulthood. In this role, you will assist young people in achieving their goals, develop Pathway Plans, and work with external agencies to provide comprehensive support. If you are passionate about improving outcomes for young people, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits

Referral bonus of £250 for successful candidate referrals

Qualifications

• Passionate about supporting young people transitioning into adulthood.
• Experience in working with young people, particularly care leavers.
• Ability to work collaboratively with external agencies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review Pathway Plans with young people.
• Build relationships with agencies, families, and carers.
• Support young people in securing accommodation.
• Help young people build practical life skills.
• Act as an advocate for young people's needs.
• Maintain accurate records of support plans.

Skills

Commitment

Resilience

Advocacy

Life skills development

Job description

Job Description

Personal Advisor (Care Leavers) Are you passionate about supporting young people as they take their first steps into adulthood? We’re currently recruiting a Personal Advisor (PA) to work with care leavers, helping them build independence and achieve their future goals.

As a Personal Advisor, you will play a vital role in guiding young people aged 16–21 (and up to 25 where applicable) through their transition into adult life, ensuring they have the support, skills, and opportunities they need to thrive.

Pathway Planning

• Develop, implement, and regularly review Pathway Plans with young people, social workers, and partner agencies.
• Ensure goals around health, education, employment, and housing are realistic, achievable, and actively supported.

Agency Coordination

• Build strong working relationships with external agencies, families, and carers.
• Ensure a coordinated and consistent support network around each young person.

Housing & Financial Support

• Support young people to secure and sustain suitable accommodation.
• Work with housing teams and benefits agencies to assess needs and entitlements.

Skills Development

• Help young people build practical life skills needed for independent living, including budgeting, household tasks, and accessing community resources.

Advocacy

• Act as a trusted advocate, empowering young people to express their needs, challenge decisions, and make informed choices about their future.

Monitoring & Reporting

• Maintain accurate records of progress and provide timely updates to ensure effective delivery and review of support plans.

Transition Support

• Take over support from the social worker (typically just before age 18) to ensure a smooth, consistent transition into adulthood.

If you're committed, resilient, and passionate about improving outcomes for care-experienced young people, we’d love to hear from you.

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? Referral Bonus

If you refer someone who is successful in securing this role, you’ll receive £250 as a thank-you.