At a Glance
- Tasks: Support care-experienced young people in achieving their potential and navigating independent living.
- Company: Join Nottingham City Council, a progressive and inclusive employer.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous leave, pension scheme, and flexible hybrid working.
- Other info: Opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young people's lives while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience with care-experienced youth and strong relationship-building skills.
The predicted salary is between 40777 - 44075 £ per year.
Are you passionate about supporting care-experienced young people to achieve their potential and thrive in adulthood? We are looking for an experienced, motivated, and compassionate Senior Personal Advisor to join our Leaving Care Service. In this rewarding role, you will provide high-quality, person-centred support to young people leaving care, helping them navigate the challenges of independent living, education, employment, training, health, and accommodation.
Alongside managing a complex caseload, you will play a key leadership role within the service by providing mentoring and professional guidance to Personal Advisors, supporting quality assurance, and promoting excellent practice. Working collaboratively with partners across housing, health, education, social care, and the voluntary sector, you will advocate for young people and ensure they receive the support and opportunities they need to achieve positive outcomes.
We are looking for someone with significant experience of working with care-experienced young people, strong knowledge of relevant legislation and safeguarding responsibilities, and the ability to build positive relationships that make a lasting difference. You will be passionate about improving outcomes for young people, committed to high standards of practice, and confident in supporting colleagues to deliver excellent services.
Working for Nottingham City Council comes with a wide range of award-winning benefits. Alongside competitive pay, generous annual leave, and access to an excellent pension scheme, we are committed to creating an innovative, inclusive, and progressive workplace where colleagues are supported to be their very best. Our benefits include:
- A competitive salary
- Generous annual leave entitlement (between 26 and 33 days per year depending on your length of service)
- Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme with an 18.5% employer contribution
- Flexible hybrid working
- A strong focus on wellbeing
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression
In return, we are looking for compassionate, dedicated people who share our commitment to improving outcomes for children, young people, adults, and families across Nottingham. If you are passionate about making a positive difference through education and social care and want to help people thrive, we would love to hear from you.
Nottingham City Council is committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We are a fair and inclusive employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We value diversity and recognise that different perspectives, experiences and ideas help us deliver better services for Nottingham's citizens. We particularly welcome applications from people from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities, disabled people, and people who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual or Transgender (LGBT+), as these groups are currently underrepresented in our workforce.
Candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK. Any offer of employment will be subject to the successful completion of right to work checks in accordance with Home Office requirements.
Senior Personal Advisor in Nottingham employer: Nottingham City Council
Nottingham City Council is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises the well-being of both employees and the families they serve. With a strong focus on professional development, employees have access to ongoing training and growth opportunities, ensuring they can make a meaningful impact in their roles. Located in the vibrant city of Nottingham, the council provides a collaborative environment where social workers can thrive while contributing to the community's welfare.
