Leaving Care PA

Title: Leaving Care Personal Adviser – Supporting Young People into Adulthood
Location: 16+ Office, Luton
Full-time: £21 UMB per hour ( £17 PAYE)

Make a Real Difference in a Young Person’s Life.
Are you passionate about empowering young people as they transition from care to independence? We’re looking for a Leaving Care Personal Adviser to join a 16+ team with the local authroity of Luton, supporting young people aged 15–25 as they navigate the challenges of adulthood.

This is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to guide, mentor, and inspire care leavers, giving them the skills, confidence, and practical support they need to thrive.

About the Role As a Leaving Care Personal Adviser, you will:

• Work with a caseload of young people, completing pathway plans and helping them achieve their personal goals.
• Support young people to develop independence skills, access education, employment, and training opportunities.
• Collaborate with partner agencies to secure and maintain housing and support services.
• Provide practical and emotional guidance, linking young people to specialist support when needed.
• Lead group work sessions, including our weekly care leavers’ forum, promoting participation and shaping the services we deliver.
• Manage your caseload effectively, maintaining accurate records and ensuring all statutory requirements are met.

About You We’re looking for someone who:

• Has at least 2 years’ experience working with young people aged 15–25.
• Understands the challenges young people face, such as housing, benefits, education, training, or employment.
• Has excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Is committed to multiagency working, safeguarding, and delivering high-quality, inclusive services.
• Can organise and manage a caseload, balancing administrative duties with direct support.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake needs assessments and create/review pathway plans in line with the Children (Leaving Care) Act 2000.
• Support young people to transition to adulthood, maximising their social, educational, and personal potential.
• Provide advice and ongoing support to care leavers moving into supported accommodation.
• Participate in duty desk rota to respond promptly to enquiries from young people.
• Maintain accurate records and adhere to departmental procedures.
• Promote equal opportunities, anti-oppressive practice, and safeguard the welfare of young people.
• Represent the department in professional meetings and forums.

Additional Information

• This role is office-based at the 16+ office, with occasional travel to meetings across other locations.
• You will primarily support care leavers, but may occasionally work with young people who remain looked-after.
  
  Ready to Make an Impact? If you’re passionate about helping young people transition successfully into adulthood, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and join a team committed to empowering care leavers and shaping brighter futures.
• Email: Nicola.mansfield@servicecare.org.uk
• Phone: 0177208964