Are you a highly motivated and confident person committed to improving outcomes for young people preparing to leave the Council’s care? Do you have the experience and knowledge to know what works when supporting young people through the difficult transition between childhood and adulthood independence?
This is a rewarding, challenging and essential role, in our support of young people Leaving Care. As a Personal Advisor, you will carry a caseload of young people aged 16-25 years and support them through individual direct work, group-work and activity programmes, which may require some flexible working. You will assess their needs, create and review Pathway Plans and be a consistent support to them into adulthood. You will motivate them to make the very best of the resources available and encourage them to play a part in improving services. You will be part of a Leaving Care Team.
Key Requirements
- Knowledge of the relevant legal and regulatory frameworks relating to care leavers and the role of the Personal Advisor
- Knowledge of the areas of education, training, employment and housing in relation to young people and leaving care
- Knowledge of local procedures for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people
- Good knowledge of the challenges facing young people leaving care
- Ability to engage and motivate young people from diverse backgrounds
- Ability to write succinctly and maintain accurate electronic records.
This role requires an Enhanced DBS certificate
Interview Date:
TBC
Diversity Statement:
Royal Borough of Greenwich values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this. We therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community.
Advert Close:
All vacancies close at midnight unless otherwise stated.
Early Advert Close:
Royal Borough of Greenwich reserves the right to close any job advert earlier than the advertised closing date where there is reason to do so (for example high volume of applications).
Full Employment History:
A full employment history is required for this role. Please provide a full employment history, together with a satisfactory written explanation of any gaps in employment.
Salary:
Salaries advertised are for a standard working week of 35 hours unless otherwise stated.
Our Staff Values:
Our Staff Values are important to us. Candidates will be continuously assessed against our staff values throughout the recruitment process. Where candidates demonstrate views and behaviours that do not meet the standards of our staff values, we reserve the right to reject their application/ registration.
Company: Royal Borough of Greenwich
Salary: SO2- £40,182- £42,060
Location: Greenwich, London (Greater)
Sector: Health and Social Care
Sector: Mental Health
Job Role: Advisor
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Care Leavers Personal Advisor employer: Social Care Today
North Yorkshire Council is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises the wellbeing and personal development of its staff. With a strong commitment to inclusive education, employees benefit from professional growth opportunities and collaborative partnerships with senior leaders and external organisations, all while making a meaningful impact on the lives of young people with SEND in a picturesque North Yorkshire setting.
