Leaving Care Personal Advisor

Leaving Care Personal Advisor 

Location: Southwark
Contract: Initial 3-month contract
Hours: 36 hours per week
Pay Rate: £26.83 per hour (Umbrella) / £20.58 per hour (PAYE)

About the Role Southwark Council is recruiting two experienced and dedicated Personal Advisors to join their committed Care Leavers Service. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people as they transition from care into independent adulthood.

You will work collaboratively with young people currently in care, as well as those who have left care, providing practical and emotional support to help them achieve positive outcomes. Through planned interventions and consistent engagement, you will empower young adults to develop independence and confidence in their futures.

Supporting care leavers is both challenging and highly fulfilling. You will play a key role in helping young people navigate important life areas including education, housing, employment, health, and financial stability.

Key Responsibilities

• Work in partnership with young adults, carers, and professionals to assess needs and implement effective support plans
  
  
• Manage a caseload, prioritising and organising work in a fast-paced environment
  
  
• Contribute to the development, implementation, and review of Pathway Plans with full participation from young people
  
  
• Provide clear, analytical written and verbal reports
  
  
• Attend and contribute to meetings, including safeguarding and court where required
  
  
• Undertake the statutory role of Personal Advisor in line with relevant legislation and regulations
  
  
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external agencies
  
  
• Conduct regular visits with young people, including those living outside the borough or in higher education
  
  
• Offer guidance and signposting around housing, benefits, education, training, employment, and health
  
  
• Maintain accurate case records and documentation
  
  
• Participate in service development, training, and supervision
  
  

Working Arrangements

• Office-based at least 3 days per week
  
  
• Core hours: 09:00 – 17:00, with flexibility required to meet young people’s availability
  
  
• Travel required, including visits to young people living outside Southwark
  
  

About You

• Experience working with looked after children and/or care leavers
  
  
• Strong understanding of legislation relating to care leavers
  
  
• Ability to manage a varied caseload and adapt to changing demands
  
  
• Excellent communication, organisation, and report-writing skills
  
  
• A proactive and empathetic approach to supporting young people
  
  
• Ability to respond to urgent situations and provide timely support
  
  

Why Join Southwark Council?

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young people’s lives
  
  
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
  
  
• Valuable experience within a well-regarded local authority service
  
  
• Flexible and varied working environment
  
  

If you are passionate about supporting young people and helping them achieve independence, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now to be part of a service that truly makes a difference.