Moving into Adulthood Worker

West Northamptonshire Council; Northampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in Northampton is seeking a practitioner to support young people's transition into adulthood. The role involves developing links with schools, conducting assessments, and managing cases. Candidates should have a degree or equivalent experience in adult social care and a passion for empowering young people with additional needs. Training will be provided, and a driver's license is required.

Benefits

Employee benefits package

Training and development opportunities

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people transitioning into adult services.
• Passionate about empowering young people to achieve their goals.
• Adaptable approach and positive attitude towards challenges.

Responsibilities

• Develop links with SEN schools and FE Colleges.
• Conduct strengths-based assessments and support planning.
• Manage a caseload of young people in need of support.

Skills

Working with young people transitioning into adulthood

Strengths-based practice

Analytical skills

Advocating for young people with complex needs

Creativity and initiative

Education

Degree or equivalent/QCF level 5

Job description

We recognise the challenges faced by young people and their families as they transition from children’s services into adult services, and are committed to ensuring that we have the right conversations with them at the right time to ensure a smooth and consistent transition into adulthood.

Moving into Adulthood is a key development area for Adult Social Care, and this is an exciting time to join us on our journey. You will play a pivotal role in supporting the ongoing development of our pathway. You will be part of the Moving into Adulthood Service and will be aligned with and working in one of the adult social care community teams.

Our benefits

You can see our full list of employee benefits on our careers site here: Why you should work for us | West Northamptonshire Council

What will you be doing?

You will be instrumental in developing and strengthening our links with SEN schools and FE Colleges to support early identification of young people who may need adult social care support after turning 18. This includes attending EHC reviews and school transition events, and providing advice and presentations to parents and young people from year 9 onwards on topics related to moving into adulthood.

You will also oversee young people who are open to children's social care and health services, primarily from age 16 upwards, with some involvement from earlier ages. You will manage a caseload, conducting timely strengths-based assessments, support planning, and implementing support under the Care Act 2014, ensuring young people and their families are well-prepared for the transition.

Developing strong relationships with partner agencies, including education, children’s, and health colleagues, you will support other adult social care team members by providing advice and guidance. Additionally, you will serve as a key source of management data, informing future planning.

For more information or to discuss the role further, please email: [e-mail]

About you

You don’t need experience in all aspects of the role, as training will be provided. However, you should be an experienced practitioner working with young people transitioning into adulthood, capable of demonstrating how you support positive transitions. You should be passionate about working with young people with additional needs and complex conditions, advocating for strengths-based practice, positive risk-taking, and outcome-focused support planning, empowering young people to control their lives and achieve their goals.

You should have a solution-driven, adaptable approach, thrive in a busy environment, and be positive about challenges. Confidence in using your initiative and creativity, analytical skills, and the ability to weigh different perspectives are essential. A driving license and transport are required.

You will hold a degree or equivalent/QCF level 5 with experience in adult social care, or demonstrate knowledge through practice and application of procedures.

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and requires an enhanced DBS check, as well as a Children and Adults Barred List check. West Northamptonshire Council is committed to safeguarding and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

About us

At West Northamptonshire Council, our people are at the heart of everything. We foster a culture of innovation, ambition, and support, aiming to make West Northants a great place to live, work, visit, and thrive. Our values—Trust, High Performance, Respect, Innovate, and Empower—guide our service delivery. Watch our Chief Executive, Anna Earnshaw, talk about working here: https://youtu.be/lV0EfeUF4aU

We are committed to diversity, equality, and inclusion, and are a disability confident employer, a member of the Armed Forces Covenant, and a Care Leaver Covenant partner. For support or reasonable adjustments during the application process, please contact [e-mail].