Personal Advisor Leaving Care

Adecco; Havering-Atte-Bower; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Personal Advisor Leaving Care to support young individuals transitioning from care to independence. The role involves building relationships with up to 25 young people, offering guidance on housing, employment, and well-being. Applicants should have experience working with young adults and strong communication skills. The position is temporary for 3 months, paying £23.27 per hour for 36 hours per week, with a hybrid working model. Join us in making a significant impact on young lives.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in building rapport with young people.
• Ability to provide empathetic support while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Strong problem-solving skills to navigate complex situations.

Responsibilities

• Develop Pathway Plans with young individuals.
• Assist with housing and foster care support.
• Support training, job searches, and interview preparations.
• Teach financial literacy and day-to-day money management.
• Promote physical and mental well-being of young people.
• Connect young individuals with necessary services for support.
• Advocate for young people's views and rights.

Skills

Relationship Building

Empathy

Problem Solving

Communication

Strategic Thinking

Education

Experience working with young adults

Job description

Job Title: Personal Advisor Leaving Care (16+)

Location: Havering

Term: Temporary, initially 3 months with the possibility of extension

Rate: 23.27 PAYE

Hybrid: 3 days in the office

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people? Our client is seeking a dedicated Personal Advisor Leaving Care to join their dynamic team. This role offers a competitive salary of 23.27 per hour for 36 hours per week, with the opportunity to support up to 25 young individuals.

Helping young people transition from local authority care to independent adult life, offering practical, emotional, and educational guidance on housing, jobs, finances, and well‑being until age 25, ensuring they have a plan and support to build successful independent lives.

Build Meaningful Relationships: Establish rapport with young people, actively listen, and communicate effectively. Advocate on their behalf, ensuring complex information is clear and accessible.

Recognise and Respond to Risk: Understand the impact of trauma and offer non‑judgemental support. Maintain professional boundaries to help young people lead safe and happy lives.

Problem Solving & Decision Making: Assess individual needs, identify risks, set realistic goals, and guide young people towards positive outcomes, especially in challenging situations.

Key Responsibilities

• Planning: Developing a Pathway Plan with the young person, covering future goals.
• Housing: Helping find safe, suitable accommodation and offering support to stay with foster carers if desired.
• Education & Employment: Assisting with training, further education, job searching, and interview skills.
• Financial Literacy: Teaching day‑to‑day money management and accessing benefits.
• Well‑being: Promoting physical and mental health, building relationships, and ensuring stability.
• Liaison: Connecting the young person with other services (health, education, DWP).
• Advocacy: Encouraging their views and ensuring their rights are me

What We're Looking For

• Relationship Builders: You excel at building rapport and maintaining strong professional relationships with young people and partner agencies.
• Sensitive Supporters: You provide empathetic guidance while respecting the experiences of young individuals.
• Strategic Thinkers: Your strong problem‑solving skills enable you to navigate complex situations effectively.
• Must have experience working with young adults

If you're ready to inspire and empower young people as they navigate their journey, we want to hear from you! Join our client in making a lasting impact.

Apply Now and take the next step in your rewarding career!

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