Youth Transition Advisor — Flexible Hours

Sanctuary Personnel; Slough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Part Time / Full Time

Hourly pay £25.80

Diverse environment

Professional development

Meaningful impact

Job summary

You will work within Slough Children’s Services Trust, building trusted relationships, conducting needs assessments, and contributing to Pathway and support plans while collaborating with schools, housing, health and social care partners to promote stable, positive outcomes for young people.

Responsibilities

• Build strong, trusting relationships with young people, encouraging engagement and independence.
• Provide practical, emotional, and social support to young people transitioning from care to independent living.
• Conduct assessments of individual needs and contribute to Pathway Plans and support plans.
• Support young people to identify goals and develop action plans to achieve their aspirations.
• Provide advice and guidance on accommodation, education, employment, training, health, and wellbeing.
• Teach and promote essential independent living skills, including budgeting, cooking, and household management.
• Advocate for young people’s rights and ensure their views and wishes are central to planning and decision-making.
• Identify and respond appropriately to safeguarding concerns and emerging risks.
• Maintain regular contact with young people, adapting support plans as circumstances change.
• Work collaboratively with social workers, education providers, housing services, health professionals, and partner agencies.
• Assist young people in securing accommodation and maintaining successful tenancies.
• Promote physical and emotional wellbeing through access to appropriate health and support services.
• Support young people in managing finances and understanding their entitlements.
• Maintain accurate, confidential, and timely records of all interventions and support provided.

Job description

You will work within Slough Children’s Services Trust, building trusted relationships, conducting needs assessments, and contributing to Pathway and support plans while collaborating with schools, housing, health and social care partners to promote stable, positive outcomes for young people.