Personal Advisor

Sanctuary Personnel Limited; Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Work

Competitive Pay

Flexible Schedule

Professional Growth

Networking Opportunities

Job summary

This position supports young people leaving care and requires liaison with families, carers and external agencies to deliver targeted, effective services across Peterborough. A proactive, adaptable clinician will thrive in this dynamic role.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Leaving Care Service in Peterborough to improve services for children, young people and families.
• Work with colleagues across Children's Social Care to ensure consistent practices across the county.
• Partner with children, young people, parents, carers and external agencies to deliver targeted support.
• Place young people leaving care at the heart of all practices and processes, ensuring timely support and resource optimisation.
• Collaboratively assess, plan, and intervene with care leavers and their families alongside partner organisations.
• Manage a caseload in accordance with departmental policies, procedures, and relevant legislation.

Job description

Job Title: Personal Advisor

Specialism: Children's Social Care

Location: Peterborough, UK

Salary: £24 per hour

Type: Locum (Ongoing) | Full Time or Part Time

This is an exciting opportunity to join the team as a Personal Advisor within Children's Social Care in Peterborough, topping up your earnings with an impressive £24 per hour. Open to both full time and part time candidates, this locum role promises flexibility and control over your schedule. If you want to make a meaningful difference while thriving in a dynamic work environment, this could be your perfect fit!

Perks and benefits

• Hybrid Work: Experience a perfect blend of remote work and office collaboration, offering you flexibility and enhancing work-life balance.
• Competitive Pay: Benefit from an attractive hourly rate that recognises your valuable contributions.
• Flexible Schedule: Choose between full time and part time work arrangements to suit your lifestyle and commitments.
• Professional Growth: Access a wealth of training and development opportunities to boost your career prospects in social care.
• Networking Opportunities: Engage with professionals across multiple disciplines, enriching your personal and professional network.

What you will do

• Collaborate as part of the Leaving Care Service in Peterborough to continually enhance and improve services for children, young people, and their families.
• Work alongside colleagues within Children's Social Care ensuring consistent practices across the county, fostering a supportive and collaborative culture.
• Partner with children, young people, parents, carers, and external agencies to deliver targeted support that improves outcomes within the community.
• Place young people leaving care at the heart of all practices and processes, ensuring timely support and resource optimisation.
• Collaboratively assess, plan, and intervene with care leavers and their families alongside a range of partner organisations.
• Manage a caseload in accordance with departmental policies, procedures, and relevant legislation.
• Utilise both manual and computerised systems to record confidential information and manage case records efficiently.
• Participate in and contribute to meetings, reviews, and panels across various settings including district councils and healthcare institutions.
• Adapt to user needs through flexible working, including lone working and unsocial hours when necessary.
• Safeguard vulnerable young people by maintaining awareness of relevant principles and communicating concerns to line management.
• Deliver services aligned with the Children Act Guidance particularly around transitions to adulthood for care leavers.
• Assess and support care leavers' financial needs and assist with budgeting for accommodation and maintenance.
• Undertake assessments, data entry, reviews, and maintain detailed records in line with organisational policy.
• Engage in self and peer professional development activities through practice observations and structured supervision.
• Stay updated with the latest legislation, policies, and practises to deliver services effectively within delegated safeguarding frameworks.
• Prepare reports and documentation for various meetings and decision-making forums as needed.
• Plan and record Pathway Planning meetings to ensure young people receive appropriate guidance and support.
• Make home visits and attend meetings at various external locations as per organisational standards and procedures.
• Ensure service delivery is inclusive, addressing diversity and social justice issues.

Working in Peterborough offers a wonderful balance of historical charm and contemporary living, with a vibrant community, abundance of green spaces, and excellent transport links. It is a fantastic place to advance your career while enjoying quality leisure and cultural amenities, making it an ideal spot for both work and play.