Personal Advisor 15+ - Maternity Cover (Temporary)

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Bridgend; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority is seeking a Personal Advisor for maternity cover in Bridgend. This role is critical in supporting young people aged 15-25 during their transition into adulthood. The ideal candidate will possess a recognized qualification in social care, have experience working with this age group, and be dedicated to achieving positive outcomes through a person-centered approach. The position includes comprehensive training, regular supervision, and opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• Must possess a recognized qualification in social care.
• Experience working with young people aged between 15 and 25.
• Ability to greet customers through the medium of Welsh is a requirement.

Responsibilities

• Work in partnership with young people, their carers, and other professionals.
• Complete high-quality assessments to develop outcome focused Pathway Plans.
• Support care experienced young people with needs assessments.

Skills

Experience working with young people

Commitment to positive outcomes

Knowledge of Signs of Safety model

Ability to speak Welsh

Education

Recognized qualification in social care

Job description

Personal Advisor 15 - Maternity Cover (Temporary)

Employer:

Bridgend County Borough Council

Location:

Bridgend, CF31 4WB

Pay:

£31,537 to £32,597 per year

Contract Type:

Permanent

Hours:

Full time

Disability Confident:

Yes

Closing Date:

27/12/2025

About this job

Personal Advisor 15

• Maternity Cover (Temporary) Job description 37 hours per week Temporary up to 12 months or until the post holder returns; whichever is earlier ‘Our 15 Team currently has an opportunity for a personal advisor to join them.

The 15 Team work to achieve the best long-term outcomes for the young people they work with.

The team strives to support young people making their transition into adulthood an easier and manageable experience.

As a personal advisor in the 15 Team you will be expected to work in partnership with young people, their carers and other professionals to complete high quality assessments in order to develop outcome focused Pathway Plans.

You will need to work alongside social workers supporting care experienced young people undertaking needs assessments with a focus on transition.

You will need to have a genuine interest in working with young people, committed to supporting positive outcomes and a person centred approach to your role.

You will become part of an established and settled team.

You will receive regular supervision, support and guidance and become part of a motivated and committed team.

The successful applicant must possess a recognised qualification in social care and experience of working with young people aged between 15 and
25. The service incorporates both the requirements of the Social Services & Well Being (Wales) Act 2014 along with safeguarding our most vulnerable children and adults.

Bridgend local authority utilises the Signs of Safety model to guide practice and is outcomes focussed in its approach.

It will be important for the post holder to have experience in these ways of working or be open to engaging learning and demonstrating transferable skills to enable them to practice using this methodology.

The local authority is committed to provide comprehensive training to all staff in using the Signs of Safety model.

You will receive a robust induction, regular supervision, additional support and mentoring where required.

Additionally, you will be able to further your career with both development and promotional opportunities.

For further information on working as a Personal Advisor in Bridgend, please contact the 15 Team Manager Vanessa John on Vanessa.john1bridgend.gov.uk The ability to greet customers through the medium of Welsh is a requirement for this post.

Protecting children, young people or adults at risk is a core responsibility of all council employees.

An Enhanced Children and Adults Barred list criminal records check by the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) is a requirement for this post.

A valid driving licence is requirement for this post.

The council’s Hybrid Working Policy applies to this post.

This provides a framework for establishing how you will undertake working hours between your home and the office.

Closing Date: 10 December 2025 Shortlisting Date: 12 December 2025 Interview Date: 18 December 2025 Benefits to working at Bridgend County Borough Council Job Description & Person Specification

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