Personal Advisor

Central Bedfordshire Council; Caulcott; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Bedfordshire Council is seeking a dedicated Personal Advisor to join the Corporate Parenting Service, supporting Care Experienced Young People (CEYP) through transitions into adulthood. You will work directly with young people to help them access accommodation, education, employment and training opportunities, while safeguarding their welfare and coordinating with partner agencies.

The role offers a flexible, hybrid working pattern with travel across the UK and a commitment to

Qualifications

• Has experience of working with children, young people, or vulnerable adults.
• Understands the challenges faced by Care Experienced Young People.
• Has excellent communication, relationship‑building and advocacy skills.
• Can work effectively within a multi‑agency environment.
• Is organised, resilient and able to manage a varied caseload.
• Is committed to improving outcomes for young people and supporting them to achieve their goals.
• Able and willing to travel throughout the UK to undertake visits to young people.
• Able to work flexibly, including occasional work outside core hours, to meet the needs of young people.
• Able to attend the office a minimum of two days per week as part of a hybrid working arrangement.

Responsibilities

• Support and safeguard Care Experienced Young People through effective planning for accommodation, education, employment and training (EET).
• Undertake statutory duties and responsibilities in relation to Looked After Children and Care Experienced Young People.
• Complete assessments of need using relevant assessment frameworks and ensure plans are tailored to individual circumstances.
• Develop, implement and review Care Plans and Pathway Plans to support positive outcomes.
• Monitor progress and ensure regular reviews are completed in line with statutory requirements.
• Participate in reviews and contribute to multi‑agency planning and decision‑making.
• Work collaboratively with partner agencies to deliver an integrated and coordinated service for young people.
• Support asylum‑seeking young people by ensuring they have access to high‑quality legal representation for their asylum applications and maintain appropriate contact with immigration authorities.
• Promote young people's wellbeing, independence and participation in decisions affecting their lives.
• Our aspiration is to be a truly flexible employer. We welcome discussion on location, hours and working pattern as part of the application process.

Skills

Communication

Advocacy

Multi-agency working

Caseload management

Safeguarding

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and motivated Personal Advisor to join our Corporate Parenting Service, supporting Care Experienced Young People (CEYP) as they transition into adulthood. This rewarding role involves working directly with young people to help them achieve positive outcomes, remain safe, and access suitable accommodation, education, employment and training opportunities. You will play a vital role in ensuring young people receive the support, guidance and advocacy they need to develop independence and realise their potential., As a Personal Advisor, you will:

• Support and safeguard Care Experienced Young People through effective planning for accommodation, education, employment and training (EET).
• Undertake statutory duties and responsibilities in relation to Looked After Children and Care Experienced Young People.
• Complete assessments of need using relevant assessment frameworks and ensure plans are tailored to individual circumstances.
• Develop, implement and review Care Plans and Pathway Plans to support positive outcomes.
• Monitor progress and ensure regular reviews are completed in line with statutory requirements.
• Participate in reviews and contribute to multi‑agency planning and decision‑making.
• Work collaboratively with partner agencies to deliver an integrated and coordinated service for young people.
• Support asylum‑seeking young people by ensuring they have access to high‑quality legal representation for their asylum applications and maintain appropriate contact with immigration authorities.
• Promote young people's wellbeing, independence and participation in decisions affecting their lives., Our aspiration is to be a truly flexible employer. We welcome discussion on location, hours and working pattern as part of the application process.

You will be expected to demonstrate how you meet the key accountabilities and competencies in this . Our are to be read in conjunction with our Recruitment Pack.

Safeguarding: Central Bedfordshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees, volunteers and contractors to share this commitment. This post is subject to the disclosure of criminal records. To maintain a fair and consistent approach for applicants, it is Central Bedfordshire Council's policy to only consider applications made via our online application system and we therefore thank you for not submitting your application offline. Your application to us is a reflection of who you are professionally and should give us an accurate and authentic picture of your skills, experiences and if applicable qualifications. Before you submit your application, we will ask you to confirm if you have used AI. All new starters will join us on a four‑month probationary period. During this time, if you are offered a Hybrid role you will be required to attend a Central Bedfordshire Council office location more frequently to support thorough and well‑supported onboarding into your role. Please keep this in mind if you anticipate extensive travel to Central Bedfordshire. Please note we are unable to offer sponsorship for our roles. Successful applicants that may require a visa will need to consider the options for obtaining and/or maintaining the legal right to live and work in the UK for the duration of the contract offered.

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• Has experience of working with children, young people, or vulnerable adults.
• Understands the challenges faced by Care Experienced Young People.
• Has excellent communication, relationship‑building and advocacy skills.
• Can work effectively within a multi‑agency environment.
• Is organised, resilient and able to manage a varied caseload.
• Is committed to improving outcomes for young people and supporting them to achieve their goals.

Essential Requirement

• Able and willing to travel throughout the UK to undertake visits to young people.
• Able to work flexibly, including occasional work outside core hours, to meet the needs of young people.
• Able to attend the office a minimum of two days per week as part of a hybrid working arrangement.