Young Person’s Advisor (Fixed Term)

Monmouthshire County Council; Usk; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Monmouthshire County Council's Long Term Support Team is seeking a Personal Advisor to work directly with Care Experienced young people and Care Leavers aged 15 to 25. You will help them build independence, confidence and brighter futures across life domains, from social connections to housing, education, employment and training.

Join a collaborative team dedicated to continuous improvement and making an impact on outcomes for Children Looked After and Care Leavers in Monmouthshire.

Responsibilities

• Help Care Experienced young people aged 15 to 25 build independence and confidence.
• Provide guidance on housing, education, employment and training opportunities.

Job description

This is more than a job; it's a chance to walk alongside young people as they transition into adulthood and help them thrive across their life domains.

Our Long Term Support Team is offering a unique opportunity for a Personal Advisor to work directly with Monmouthshire’s Care Experienced young people and Care Leavers aged 15 to 25. In this role, you will play a vital part in supporting young people to build independence, confidence, and brighter futures - from strengthening social connections to navigating housing, education, employment, and training.

Join a team that prides itself on collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement, where your contribution is valued and your impact is real. Together, we are committed to achieving better outcomes for Children Looked After and Care Leavers in Monmouthshire.

SALARY - IMPORTANT INFORMATION : Salary would be pro rata if not working full time hours or 52 weeks per year. i.e. 37 hours per week / 32.5 per week for School Teachers

Temporary End Date (if applicable): 31/12/2027

Location: County Hall (Rhadyr - Usk), NP15 1GA, United Kingdom. This may change in the future if the service location needs to relocate. Relocation or disturbance expenses will not be paid if this happens.

Term Time Only – Weeks per Year (if applicable):

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check: Appointment to this post is exempt from Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and is subject to the following DBS check: Enhanced with Children Barred List Check

Welsh Language Assessment: Welsh language skills are desirable

Recruitment Contact: Should you require any further information regarding this post, please contact: HUW THOMAS /[e-mail]

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