Young Persons Advisor

Service Care Solutions; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A social care agency in Ipswich seeks a Young Persons Advisor to support care leavers and asylum seekers in their transition to adulthood, including housing, education, and employment. The ideal candidate will have experience with vulnerable young people, strong communication skills, and a Level 3 qualification or equivalent experience. This hybrid role offers flexible working arrangements and requires independent travel across Suffolk.

Benefits

£250 referral bonus

Qualifications

• Direct experience working with children, young people, and families.
• Knowledge of Signs of Safety and solution-focused approaches.
• Understanding of safeguarding and early intervention.

Responsibilities

• Manage Pathway Plans and case responsibility for care leavers.
• Conduct welfare visits and assess housing conditions.
• Advocate for care leavers with external agencies.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to de-escalate challenging situations

Accurate record-keeping

Problem-solving skills

Sensitivity to diversity and inclusion

Education

Level 3 qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Young Persons Advisor

Location : Ipswich (Hybrid – Maximum 2 work from home days)

Client : Suffolk County Council

Contract Type : Temporary (3 months)

Hours : Full time (37 hours per week)

Salary : £12.22 (PAYE) - £15.66 per hour (Umbrella)

Flexible Working : Options include flexitime, hybrid working, adjusted core hours

Travel : Full driving licence and access to transport (or ability to meet mobility requirements) • Ability to travel independently across Suffolk and occasionally outside the county.

Note: Unable to offer sponsorship

About the Role

You will work within the Leaving Care & Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASC) Service, supporting care leavers (including asylum seekers and refugees) into early adulthood. This includes housing, education / employment, and navigating asylum processes. You will hold case responsibility and manage Pathway Plans until at least age 21.

Key Responsibilities

• Prioritise needs of vulnerable asylum seekers and refugees
• Conduct welfare visits and assess housing conditions
• Chair Pathway Review Meetings using Triple Planning process
• Support care leavers with Home Office appointments, education, employment, and finances
• Manage Setting Up Home Allowance and promote independent living
• Advocate for care leavers with external agencies
• Undertake Human Rights Assessments where required
• Build networks with asylum / refugee charities and organisations
• Maintain accurate records and reports
• Identify safeguarding concerns and escalate appropriately

Experience & Knowledge

• Direct experience working with children, young people, and families
• Knowledge of Signs of Safety and solution-focused approaches
• Understanding of safeguarding, early intervention, and diverse client needs
• Familiarity with social / emotional factors affecting development
• Awareness of relevant legislation and multi-agency working (desirable)
• Experience supporting individuals with complex needs, including mental health or disabilities

Skills & Competencies

• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to de-escalate challenging situations
• Accurate record-keeping and report writing
• Problem-solving and planning interventions
• Sensitivity to equality, diversity, and inclusion
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Additional Requirements

• Level 3 qualification or equivalent experience
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare
• Willingness to undertake training and development

If you are interested in the role and would like to contact me for further information on the role you can contact myself on the details below.

At Service Care Solutions we also offer a £250 bonus for referrals! If you think you know someone who would be ideal for this role and they are placed in the job you will then receive £250 at the end of their probationary period.

To apply for this role, or to refer someone else, then please do not hesitate to contact Jack at Service Care Solutions on 01772208964 or email on