Personal Advisor

TN United Kingdom; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team in Rochdale as a Personal Advisor, where you will play a vital role in supporting care-experienced young people. This position offers a unique opportunity to guide and empower young individuals as they transition into adulthood, ensuring they receive the necessary support and resources to thrive in their community. With a focus on relational practice and collaboration with partner agencies, you will help shape positive outcomes for young people. Enjoy a flexible working environment and extensive training opportunities as you contribute to meaningful change in the lives of children and families.

Benefits

Casual User Car Allowance

Free ongoing training opportunities

Competitive pay rates

In-house payroll with weekly payments

Support from a dedicated team

Assignment of a dedicated consultant

Various employment opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in providing advice and support to young people.
• Knowledge of the Children Leaving Care Act (2000).

Responsibilities

• Support care-experienced young people in their transition to adulthood.
• Assess individual needs and create tailored Pathway Plans.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Advising and Guidance

Risk Management

Pathway Planning

Education

Relevant Social Work Qualification

Job description

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Please be aware this is a Long Term Temporary post to start ASAP.

We would love you to join our Cared For Children – Step Ahead Service, working with and supporting our care experienced young people in Rochdale!

Role Overview

This is an exciting opportunity to work within the Step Ahead Service to provide advice, support, and guidance to young people preparing to leave care. You will meet the responsibilities of the Local Authority for young people 16 years and over who have entitlement under the Children Leaving Care Act (2000). The Personal Advisor plays a key role in supporting young people with their transition to adulthood and assists them to live an independent life in their community.

Personal Advisors establish and maintain positive relationships with young people to support their preparation for adulthood, working proactively with appropriate partner agencies to assess individual needs and ensure positive outcomes.

You will deliver high-quality support for young people, managing existing and future risks through Pathway Plan assessments, and creating plans that consider the individual needs and strengths of each young person. This includes assisting young people to engage with support services provided by statutory and voluntary agencies, ensuring they are appropriately supported and able to contribute actively to the community.

The Personal Advisor provides advice and expertise to promote the service and advocate for the rights and needs of young people.

What We Offer

We will provide a supportive and coaching environment, informed by our relational practice model.

You will have the full support of colleagues across Children’s Services in an environment committed to delivering services that are "good and beyond" for every child, young person, and family in our borough.

We encourage you to realize your ambitions with us, so together we can improve outcomes for children and families.

Flexible and agile working arrangements are embedded into our work culture.

We offer extensive support and on-the-job experience, making us a sought-after place to work. We look forward to your application.

Additional Benefits

• Casual User Car Allowance payable at 45p per mile
• Appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS check, including a barred list check against the child workforce
• Benefits of working with Semester.co.uk include:
• Free ongoing training opportunities
• Competitive pay rates
• In-house payroll with weekly payments
• Support and advice from a dedicated, friendly team
• Assignment of a dedicated and experienced consultant
• Various employment opportunities in your preferred area