Personal Advisor

Novax Recruitment Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Leaving Care Personal Advisor to support young people transitioning from care. The advisor will provide guidance, coordinate access to services, and promote well-being, ensuring the youth achieve independence. Strong communication and experience in social care are essential. This temporary role is located in Sefton and involves hybrid working.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people in social care, housing, or youth support.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding principles and legislation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice and support to care-experienced young people.
• Coordinate and facilitate access to appropriate services.
• Promote health and well-being in young people.

Skills

Experience working with young people

Understanding of safeguarding principles

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Case record maintenance

Trust building

Job description

Leaving Care Personal Advisor

Location: Sefton (Hybrid/Community Based)

Contract Type: Temporary/Agency Contract

Pay: £22 Umbrella

Job Purpose

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Leaving Care Personal Advisor to join the Children's Social Care Service in Sefton. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people who are preparing to leave, or have recently left, local authority care.

This post offers the opportunity to make a genuine difference-supporting care‑experienced young people to achieve independence, stability, and positive life outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide advice, guidance, and practical support to care-experienced young people.
• Take part in the assessment, preparation, monitoring, and review of Pathway Plans, ensuring a person‑centred and empowering approach.
• Coordinate and facilitate access to appropriate services and opportunities.
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date records on ICT and other electronic systems.
• Promote positive health, well‑being, and confidence in young people, supporting them to reach their full potential.
• Identify, assess, and report risks in accordance with safeguarding legislation and local procedures.
• Work collaboratively across agencies as part of the wider corporate parenting team.
• Attend relevant meetings and represent the department where required.
• Contribute to service development through team participation and professional learning.

Requirements

• Experience working with young people, ideally within a social care, housing, or youth support setting.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding principles and legislation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport.
• Competent in maintaining case records and managing caseloads effectively.
• Eligible to work in the UK.