Leaving Care Personal Advisor

Personal Advisor – Cared for Children Location: Rochdale Service: Children’s Social Care – Cared for Children Service Hours: 37 hours per week Grade: 6 Job Reference: CSF16066 Enhanced DBS: Required Make a real difference to young people leaving care ? Are you passionate about supporting young people to build independence, overcome challenges and move confidently towards adulthood? We’re looking for a Personal Advisor to join a Cared for Children Team in Rochdale, supporting young people aged 16+ who are preparing to leave care and helping them make the transition into independent adulthood. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience working with vulnerable young people , who can build positive relationships, provide practical support and advocate for young people to ensure they receive the services and opportunities they are entitled to. What will you be doing? As a Personal Advisor, you will: Hold responsibility for a caseload of young people and work jointly with colleagues where required. Support young people through their transition from care into adulthood. Participate in the development, review and implementation of Pathway Plans . Help young people develop independence and maximise their opportunities in education, employment, training, housing and wider life. Provide practical support and guidance to care leavers. Advocate on behalf of young people to ensure their needs are recognised and their entitlements are accessed. Coordinate services identified through Pathway Plans. Maintain regular contact with young people and monitor their progress and circumstances. Respond appropriately to any safeguarding concerns. Maintain accurate electronic records, documentation and correspondence. Build effective relationships with health, education, employment, training and housing providers . Encourage young people to take an active role in their own planning and the services they receive. What are we looking for? We're keen to hear from candidates who have: Experience engaging and working with vulnerable young people . Experience developing positive working relationships with young people who may be experiencing crisis or difficult circumstances. Experience supporting young people with problem solving, planning and decision-making . An understanding of statutory processes relating to Cared for Children and Care Leavers . Knowledge of Children Leaving Care legislation and Local Authority responsibilities. An understanding of independence training and preparation. The ability to respond positively and professionally when young people are experiencing challenging situations. Strong verbal, written and electronic communication skills. The ability to assess needs, assess readiness for independence and develop appropriate plans. Excellent organisation skills, including the ability to prioritise a caseload and work to deadlines. Why this role? This isn't simply about managing paperwork or completing plans. It's about helping young people who have experienced care to develop the skills, confidence and support networks they need to move forward in life. You'll work alongside colleagues across the Council and with partner agencies, voluntary organisations, carers and community groups to make sure young people receive the right support at the right time. Interested? If you're an experienced Personal Advisor, Leaving Care Worker, Support Worker, Youth Worker, Family Support Worker or similar professional with a genuine passion for supporting vulnerable young people, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more about this Personal Advisor opportunity in Rochdale.