9 Months Contract with a local authority
Umbrella Rate: £35.77 per hour umbrella
Summary
- We are seeking a Leaving Care Worker to be a pivotal point of contact and coordinate support for young people (aged 16-25) leaving care. You will ensure they safely transition to adulthood, secure education and housing, and achieve positive outcomes in line with their individual plans.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate individual plans and resources from multi-agency partners to ensure young people transition to adulthood safely.
- Undertake direct work with young people, their peers, and families to achieve strategic outcomes in line with the Children in Care and Care Leavers Strategy.
- Support and challenge agencies and families to drive lasting change and improve outcomes for care leavers.
- Engage and build meaningful connections with hard-to-reach young people to enhance their life chances.
- Support young people to secure education, training, employment, and stable accommodation.
- Deliver targeted interventions to young people at elevated risk (e.g., anti-social behaviour, poor mental health, or risk of losing accommodation/employment).
- Participate in a team duty service to support young people in crisis, offering immediate needs-based information, advice, and guidance.
Experience
- Experience working directly with young people, care leavers, and their wider support networks.
- Experience delivering targeted interventions to vulnerable individuals or those at elevated risk.
- Experience creatively engaging hard-to-reach service users to build trust and drive positive life changes.
Qualifications
- Driving licence and access to a car.
- Social Work England Registration.
Additional Information
- Working hours: 37 hours per week.
- Enhanced DBS required Children's & Adults' Barred Lists.
- This is a hybrid role (Min 2 days in the office, 3 days on visits or home working) based in Peterborough.
- We work on a biweekly payment schedule.
Leaving Care Worker in Peterborough employer: Civic Recruitment Limited
Civic Recruitment Limited is an exceptional employer that prioritises meaningful impact in the community, particularly for children and families. With a strong commitment to professional development and a collaborative work culture, employees are empowered to drive positive change while enjoying the benefits of flexible working arrangements and a supportive team environment in Ipswich. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead significant projects that align with national reforms, making a real difference in the lives of those served.
