Personal Advisor (Young People & Families)

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people transitioning out of care? Join a well established, dedicated team in Sefton as a Leaving Care Person Advisor.

In this vital role, you'll support care leavers in their journey to independence, helping them build brighter futures.

Your work will focus on safeguarding, promoting well-being, and improving outcomes for young people in accordance with national guidelines and council procedures.

• £19.00 LTD per hour inclusive of holiday pay


• 3 Month initial contract with possibility of extension after this


• 36 Hours per week

• Provide advice and practical support to care leavers on financial capability, housing, education, employment, and community participation.


• Assist in the creation, monitoring, and review of person-centred Pathway Plans.


• Promote positive relationships between care leavers and their families, supervising contact as necessary.


• Facilitate access to specialist services for health, education, and well-being.


• Maintain up-to-date and accurate case records, ensuring compliance with data protection regulations.


• Work collaboratively across council departments, partner agencies, and community groups.


• Identify and report safeguarding concerns in line with legislation and procedures.


• Participate in team meetings, training, and service development activities to continually improve service delivery.

• A Level 3 qualification related to working with children and young people.


• Knowledge of child and young person development, family dynamics, and the challenges faced by care leavers.


• Strong communication and direct work skills with children and young people.


• Ability to write accurate and comprehensive reports and maintain case records.


• Familiarity with legislative frameworks and planning tools for Looked After Children and Care Leavers.


• Solution-focused and empathetic approach to case work and service development.


• IT proficiency and ability to work within professional and ethical standards.


• A commitment to equality, diversity, and professional development.

Desirable: Knowledge of homelessness, rough sleeping, and relevant assessment frameworks.

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If you are interested, please call Lisa McVinnie on 01772 208964 or email me your CV - lisa.mcvinnie@servicecare.org.uk

If this role isn't right for you, but you know someone who would fit perfectly to our engaged and devoted team and you refer them, you will receive a referral bonus of £250.

The benefits of working with SCS:

• A specialist dedicated Social Work consultant offering single point of contact.


• Exceptional referral bonuses - £250 per referral placed in to work!


• An extensive & exclusive range of Social Work vacancies across the UK


• Nationwide provider Social Work staff to over 200 local authorities.


• Annual training budget of up to £250 and continued online CPD training.


• Excellent Annual Loyalty schemes / bonuses.


• DBS disclosures provided via fast-track online services free of charge.