Organisation: Leicestershire County Council
Work Location: County Hall, Glenfield, LE3 8RA
Salary: £33,129 - £35,493 per annum (pro rata for part- time)
Working Hours:37 hours per week - Monday - Friday
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 28th October 2026
Interview Date(s): 11th November 2026
We have an exciting opportunity to join our outstanding Care Leavers team as an Extended Personal Advisor.
About the Role
We work with looked after children and care leavers up to the age of 25, and the role of the Personal Advisor is key to building a long-lasting relationships with our care leavers as they take their steps into adulthood and independence. In Leicestershire we pride ourselves on relationship-based practice and striving for excellence, as an Extended Personal Advisor you will be able build meaningful relationships and create real change with our Care Leavers.
If you are passionate about positive outcomes for Young People and feel you can give care and commitment to our Care Leavers, then this is the role for you.
An enhanced with barred list DBS check is required for this post.
For information on our approach to the recruitment of ex-offenders, please see our policy statement.
About You
To apply for this post, you must:
- Relevant paid or unpaid experience of working with young people and/or care leavers within a social care setting or similar.
- Experience in providing targeted care and support for young people with complex needs
- To be able to organise and prioritise a busy caseload with competing demands including a good working knowledge of IT and using data systems
- Experience of working with a range of professionals and challenge decision making, to ensure good outcomes for young people
- Able to analyse information to reach sound decisions, often under pressure, and take responsibility for their outcome and regular reporting to the Team manager.
- NNEB/BTEC/NVQ level 3 in a relevant child care subject
- Knowledge of legislation, policy and guidance that relates to care leavers and how this can be used to ensure that their voices are heard and to improve their life chances.
Having a valid driving license and access to own vehicle with the ability to drive varied distances, including motorway driving is essential to this role.
In addition, we also expect you to share our commitment to our values andto delivering accessible and inclusive services which meet the needs of all of our residents. You will be asked to demonstrate your understanding of these commitments as part of the selection process.
Reasonable adjustments will be considered for applicants with a disability. We are a Disability Confident Employer.
Interested in Flexible Working?
We are open to discussions about flexible working, which may include part time working, job sharing, term-time working, flexible start and finish times, and hybrid working, depending on the requirements of the role and the service. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role, please contact the person named below.
For more information or an informal discussion,please contact:
Louisa Kelly, Team Manager
0116 305 2833
Louisa.kelly@leics.gov.uk
Or
Priya Nottra, Team Manager
0116 305 3539
Priya.nottra@leics.gov.uk
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Extended Personal Advisor in Glenfield employer: ESPO Trading Limited
Leicestershire County Council is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work environment where your organisational and people skills can truly make a difference. With a commitment to employee growth and flexible working options, you will find opportunities to develop your career while contributing to vital services that enhance the community's resilience. Located in the heart of Glenfield, Leicester, the council fosters a culture of inclusivity and teamwork, ensuring that every employee feels valued and empowered.
