Civic Recruitment Limited
Personal Advisor
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Job Purpose
As a Personal Advisor within the Leaving Care Service, you will manage a complex and diverse caseload of young people, supporting care leavers in their transition to adulthood and independence. You will undertake assessments, develop outcome-focused pathway plans, coordinate support services, and work collaboratively with professionals and partner agencies to promote positive outcomes for young people.
Key Duties/Accountabilities
- Manage a complex and diverse caseload of care leavers and young people.
- Undertake needs assessments and develop support plans based on identified needs.
- Produce and review pathway plans in line with statutory guidance and procedures.
- Support young people to achieve independence and positive transitions into adulthood.
- Work with current and former asylum-seeking young people, those with unresolved immigration status, and young people with disabilities.
- Build trusting and supportive relationships with young people and their families.
- Coordinate services and support from partner agencies and professionals.
- Promote participation and involvement of care leavers in decision-making.
- Produce clear, accurate, and timely reports and records.
- Support care planning and contribute to achieving positive outcomes.
- Work independently while seeking guidance and support where appropriate.
- Maintain professional boundaries and engage in continuous professional development.
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Essential Experience Required
- Experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable adults within a social care, support, housing, youth work, or community setting.
- Experience managing complex caseloads.
- Experience undertaking assessments and developing support plans.
- Experience working in partnership with multiple agencies and professionals.
- Experience supporting young people to achieve positive outcomes and independence.
- Experience producing accurate reports, records, and case documentation.
- Understanding of safeguarding principles and responsibilities.
- Ability to build positive and trusting relationships with vulnerable young people.
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Essential Qualifications Required
- Relevant qualification in Social Care, Youth Work, Health & Social Care, Community Work, or equivalent relevant experience.
- Enhanced DBS with Adults' and Children's Barred List.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Good IT skills and experience using case management systems.
Additional Information to Note
- Working hours: 37 hours per week.
- Working pattern: Monday to Thursday 08:45 - 17:00, Friday 08:45 - 16:00.
- Location: Guildhall, Shropshire Council.
- Enhanced DBS with Adults' and Children's Barred List required.
- Full UK Driving Licence required.
- Contract Length: 12 weeks with possible extension.
- We work on bi-weekly payment schedule.
- The role closes on 7th October 2026, apply ASAP.
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