Personal Advisor Childrens Services

CRA GROUP RECRUITMENT AND PAYROLL LTD; Dudley; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A youth support services organization in Dudley is seeking a Personal Advisor for Children's Services to support vulnerable young people in developing essential independence skills. This full-time position involves providing one-to-one support, developing personalized support plans, and working collaboratively with multi-agency partners. The role requires excellent communication and relationship-building skills, as well as experience working with adolescents and care leavers. The position is hybrid, requiring both office-based tasks and visits to young people.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people, particularly those who are vulnerable or have experienced trauma.
• Strong understanding of adolescence and challenges faced by care leavers.
• Ability to support young people in developing practical life skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support to young people to build life skills.
• Develop, monitor and review individual support plans.
• Encourage and motivate young people to engage positively with opportunities.
• Liaise with multi-agency partners including social workers and education providers.
• Safeguard young people by following relevant safeguarding policies.

Skills

Working with vulnerable young people

Communication skills

Motivational skills

Relationship-building skills

Support planning and assessment

Knowledge of safeguarding policies

Organizational skills

Job description

Job Summary

The Personal Advisor Children's Services will support vulnerable young people, often care leavers, who may have experienced significant challenges during childhood. The post-holder will guide, motivate and empower young people to develop essential independence skills, overcome barriers and work towards their personal goals and aspirations. The role involves direct engagement, support planning and helping young people transition successfully into adulthood and community living. This position is temporary until March 2026 and requires an enhanced level of compliance.

Key Duties / Accountabilities

Provide one-to-one support to young people including care leavers to build life skills and independence.

Develop, monitor and review individual support plans tailored to each young person’s needs and aspirations.

Encourage and motivate young people to overcome challenges and engage positively with education, training, employment and community opportunities.

Conduct hybrid work involving office-based tasks, remote work and in-person visits as required.

Maintain accurate records, case notes and progress updates in line with service expectations.

Liaise with multi-agency partners including social workers, education providers, health professionals and community organisations.

Offer practical support with housing, budgeting, benefits, employment and daily living skills.

Safeguard young people by following relevant policies, procedures and safeguarding frameworks.

Build trusting, consistent and supportive relationships with young people based on respect and professional boundaries.

Promote young people’s rights, choices and independence while ensuring their safety and wellbeing.

Skills / Experience

Previous experience working with young people, particularly those who are vulnerable or have experienced trauma.

Strong understanding of adolescence, independence skills and the challenges faced by care leavers.

Excellent communication, motivational and relationship-building skills.

Ability to support young people in developing practical life skills (housing, budgeting, employment etc.).

Experience in support planning, assessment and case management.

Ability to work independently, manage a caseload and travel for visits.

Knowledge of safeguarding policies and procedures.

Empathy, resilience and the ability to remain calm in challenging situations.

Strong organisational skills and ability to maintain accurate records.

Additional Information

Enhanced DBS and reference compliance essential.

Location: Dudley (Hybrid with visits).

Closing date: 30/11/2025.

Employment Type: Full Time.

Salary

Monthly Salary: 21 - 21