Personal Advisor

About the role

We are currently recruiting for a Personal Advisor on a full-time basis to provide trauma-informed support to vulnerable young people aged 16 to 25 who are either looked after or have recently left care.

These young people may have been placed in care for a variety of reasons, including:

• Significant risk of harm at home

• Parents/guardians unable to care for them

• Complex needs requiring respite care

• As an unaccompanied asylum seeker

Looked after children and care leavers represent a particularly vulnerable group. Many have experienced abuse, neglect, and trauma, and some may have been separated from their families, particularly in the case of asylum-seeking young people. These experiences often lead to significant emotional, behavioural, and mental health challenges, placing them at increased risk.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide trauma-informed support to young people aged 16 to 25 in care or who have recently left care.

• Build trusting relationships and offer tailored advice and guidance to help these young people navigate the challenges of independent living.

• Promote the well-being and safety of young people, ensuring their emotional and mental health needs are met.

• Advocate for and support young people through the transition from care to adulthood.

About You:

We are looking for a compassionate individual with relevant experience working in:

• Schools

• Youth Centres

• Community Centres

• Other Local Authority roles with children and families

You should have a sound understanding of the issues facing socially excluded young people and the ability to offer support and guidance in a sensitive and practical manner. A driving licence and vehicle are required, as you will need to travel independently.

The ideal candidate will also have knowledge of:

• The Children Act 1989 & 2004 (relating to 16-21-year-olds)

• The Children (Leaving Care) Act 2000 Regulations and Guidance

• The Asylum & Immigration Act

• Safeguarding children and young people

If you are passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of vulnerable young people and have the experience to support them, we’d love to hear from you!

About us

We value our employees and are committed to ensuring that they enjoy a fulfilling and rewarding career with us. We understand that a happy and motivated workforce is essential for the success of our organisation. That is why we offer a wide range of employee benefits to enhance your work-life balance, financial wellbeing, health, and professional development.

Here’s a comprehensive overview of the fantastic benefits we provide:

• Flexible Working Hours – We recognise the importance of flexibility in managing your work and personal life.
• 36 Hour Week – Enjoy a standard 36-hour workweek for all full time staff.
• Generous Holiday Entitlement – increasing with length of service (for non-casual roles).
• Hillingdon Sports & Leisure – Stay active and healthy with discounts at council owned leisure centres and swimming pools across the borough.
• Salary Sacrifice Schemes – option to join schemes for cycle purchase, electric vehicle leasing and additional voluntary pension contributions (subject to scheme rules).
• Cycle to Work – Eco-friendly commuting with our cycle purchase scheme. We also provide bicycle parking, lockers, and showers at the Civic Centre.
• Local Government Pension Scheme – access to Local Government Pension Scheme and membership to the Credit Union.
• Vivup Benefit s – Access a variety of offers and discounts through our Vivup Benefits.
• Mental Health Support and Counselling Services – Our mental health first aiders are trained to identify, understand, and help employees experiencing mental health issues. Access free 24-hour confidential advice and counselling as well as a legal advice service for you and your immediate family.
• Travel Support – Make your daily commute easier with our season ticket loans and free car parking.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

At the London Borough of Hillingdon, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. This commitment means that all employees, job applicants and others who work for us will be treated fairly.
The aim is for our workforce to be representative of all sections of society and Hillingdon residents so we welcome applicants from a wide variety of backgrounds. We strive to ensure that our recruitment process is free from discrimination and bias, and we are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments to applicants with disabilities.
Join us in building a workplace where everyone feels respected, able to give their best and be themselves at work, whilst contributing meaningfully to our organisation\’s success.
Recruitment Information

Hillingdon Council operates a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities that meet the essential criteria for the role and wish to be considered under this scheme. We believe in the option to choose, so candidates declaring a disability have the choice to opt in for consideration under this scheme, on a ‘per application’ basis.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Some posts are subject to The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2019 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
In addition to verifying Right to Work in the UK and a new starter health questionnaire, the post is subject tothe following pre-employment screening:

• Enhanced DBS Check
• 5 years of Referencing

Please note: Priority will be given to those at risk of redundancy within Hillingdon Council. Current employees who are part of the redeployment pool must meet the essential criteria for shortlisting to be prioritised.
It may be necessary due to a high volume of applications to close this role early. We therefore recommend you apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

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