Post-16 NEET Adviser (SEND)

London Borough of Newham; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the UK is seeking a dedicated Post-16 NEET Advisor with SEND specialization to join their Our Newham Youth Service. The candidate will work with young people, families, and professionals to improve education and training outcomes. Responsibilities include providing impartial advice and guidance to help students navigate their pathways into sustained education or employment. This role is fixed-term for 18 months and offers a competitive salary in the range of £41,133 - £43,680 per annum.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people with EHCPs.
• Ability to liaise with education providers and employers.
• Knowledge of pathways into education, employment, and training.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for young people's transitions into education or training.
• Deliver impartial advice to assist young people in decision-making.

Skills

Impartial information provision

Advisory skills

Communication skills

Education

Experience in SEND support

Job description

Post-16 NEET Advisor (SEND)

Our Newham Youth

Community Wealth Building, Inclusive Economy and Housing

£41,133 - £43,680 per annum

18 Month Fixed Term

ABOUT US

Our Newham is a service run by Newham Council’s Community Wealth Building division to provide a wide range of support for residents and businesses in the borough, focusing on five main areas: Money, Work, Youth, Business & Enterprise, and Learning & Skills. The program offers confidential advice and guidance on topics like employment, financial management, business start-ups, training, and apprenticeships.

Key programs

• Our Newham Youth : Offers employability support, skills training, and apprenticeships for young people aged 16-24.
• Our Newham Money : Provides support and tips for managing finances, saving, and claiming benefits.
• Our Newham Work : Connects residents with employment and helps employers find local talent. This includes advice on jobs, apprenticeships, and training.
• Our Newham Business & Enterprise : Supports local businesses and start-ups with advice, training, digital support, and networking events.
• Our Newham Learning & Skills : Provides professional training and other guidance to help residents develop new skills.

The London Borough of Newham is located only 5 miles east of London. It is well positioned with access to all major networks in London and the southeast. It is well connected by public transport with bus, tube and DLR. When the Crossrail service opens it will call at Custom House close to our council offices and also Stratford station and from there to central London. The London City Airport which serves major European cities is located at Royal Albert Dock. Newham has the youngest overall population in the country. It was one of the six host boroughs for the 2012 Summer Olympics and contains most of the Olympic Park including the London Stadium. It has a thriving arts quarter with the Theatre Royal Stratford East offering excellent entertainment for all the family. There is the University of East London which has two campuses in Newham, one in Stratford and another next to the regenerated Royal Albert Dock. It also has a large Westfield shopping Centre in Stratford which has all the major retailers there.

ABOUT THE JOB

We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Personal Advisor with a specialism in SEND / SEN support to join our dynamic Our Newham Youth Service. This is a key role within the Local Authority’s efforts to improve post-16 outcomes for young people with EHCPs (Education, Health and Care Plans) and those with additional needs who are at risk of becoming NEET.

Responsibilities

As a Post 16 NEET Advisor, you will work directly with young people, their families, education providers, professionals and employers to support transitions into sustained education, employment, or training pathways.

You will provide young people impartial information, advice and guidance to help them make informed decisions about their future.