Personal Advisor Apprentice – Next Steps Team in Sunderland

Personal Advisor Apprentice – Next Steps Team

Salary: Based on the National Apprenticeship rate - to be confirmed

Location: Stanfield Centre, Sunderland

Contract: Apprenticeship (3 years)

You will be employed for 37 hours per week inclusive of an additional day each week at Sunderland University for the academic elements of the degree apprenticeship.

Closing Date: 31st August 2026

Interview Date: 8th September 2026

PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY

Join our Team

Together for Children Sunderland is on a transformative journey to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people in Sunderland. We are an outstanding Ofsted-rated Children’s service, if you’re committed to helping children, families, and our community thrive and have the skills to support our mission, we would love to hear from you. You can learn more about us here: Together for Children.

Ready to make a difference – and start a career that matters?

If you’re passionate about supporting young people and want a job where you can genuinely change someone’s future, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Together for Children is looking for an Apprentice Personal Advisor to join our Next Steps Team. You don’t need loads of experience — just the motivation to learn, grow, and help care-experienced young people build independence and confidence as they move into adulthood.

This apprenticeship gives you real training, real responsibility, and real impact. You’ll learn from experienced staff, undertake a Community and Youth Work degree at Sunderland University BA (Hons) Community and Youth Work (Integrated Degree Apprenticeship) September 2026/27 | The University of Sunderland and open the door to a long-term career in children’s social care.

What you’ll be doing

• Help young people find education, training, work, or housing
• Support them to build life skills and confidenceBe someone they can talk to and trust
• Work with other services to get the best outcomes
• Take part in training and development as part of your apprenticeship
• Bring your own ideas and passion to a team that values your voice

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. We will also carry out an online internet search for information that is publicly available online that might suggest that you are not fit to work with children or young people.

Due to recent changes in UKVI rules, this role does not meet the criteria for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship under the updated eligibility requirements effective 22 July 2025.

What we’re looking for

• Enjoys supporting and listening to others
• Communicates well and can build positive relationships
• Wants to learn and develop new skills
• Works well in a team
• Is passionate about improving the lives of care-experienced young people

If you’ve been in care yourself, we would especially love to hear from you

Your experience is a strength, not a barrier.

Extra support for care-experienced applicants

Care experienced apprenticeship applicants will be supported by the provision of an extra discretionary bursary if successful.

Positive Action Statement

Together for Children welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds. We are committed to improving opportunities for individuals who may be under-represented in our workforce. Care experienced people are currently under represented in roles of this type, and we therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who have experience of being in care. This encouragement is made in line with the Positive Action provisions of the Equality Act 2010. All appointments will be made strictly on merit

What you’ll get from us

• A supportive team that wants you to succeed
• Training, mentoring, and professional development
• Experience in a rewarding, meaningful career

Why work with us?

• Make a difference: Our work matters. The work we do is incredibly rewarding. Join us and make a difference in the lives of our children, families, and community.
• Inclusion: Thrive in our diverse and inclusive culture and be part of our employee networks, including Accessibility, LGBTQ+, Racial Equality, Armed Forces and Menopause.
• Work-Life Balance: We offer a hybrid model of working with agile and flexible working arrangements, including part-time opportunities, flexible hours, and the possibility of remote work arrangements.
• Professional Development: Advance your career with our comprehensive induction, supervision, peer support, and supportive environment.
• Be part of a happier, healthier workforce: Benefit from our wide range of wellbeing activities and employee assistance programmes.
• Attractive Salary, Benefits and Rewards: for additional information please follow this link Together for Children Benefits and rewards

What our team think:

About Us

We value diversity and strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including but not limited to various ages, disabilities, neurodiverse individuals, gender identities, sexual orientations, religions, beliefs, races, and ethnicities. We aim for our team to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.

We are committed to making our application process accessible to everyone. Please reach out to our EDI Lead inclsuion@togetherforchildren.org.uk or peoplesupport@togetherforchildren.org.uk so we can discuss any adjustments or support we can provide during the recruitment process or within the workplace.

We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants who can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked‑after young person, are care experienced, or are a veteran.

Are you ready to make a difference?