Belmont Recruitment are currently looking for a Leaving Care Personal Advisor to join Wakefield Council's Leaving Care Team on an initial 3 month temporary contract. This is a full-time role working 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Key Responsibilities: * Personalised Support: Provide one-to-one guidance, practical assistance, and emotional support to care leavers. * Needs Assessment: Support ongoing assessments to ensure care plans remain tailored and effective. * Pathway Planning: Contribute to and maintain Pathway Plans that guide young people toward independence. * Access to Resources: Assist young people in accessing education, training, housing, employment, and healthcare. * Empowerment & Advocacy: Encourage informed decision-making, self-advocacy, and ownership of their future. * Transition Support: Help young people navigate the shift from adolescence to adulthood, promoting independence. Essential Requirements: * NVQ Level 3 or equivalent (must be clearly stated on the CV) * Knowledge: * Understanding of the challenges faced by young people transitioning to adulthood * Familiarity with the Children (Leaving Care) Act 2000 and related legislation * Awareness of safeguarding principles and procedures * Experience: * Recent experience (paid or voluntary) working with care leavers or vulnerable young people * Proven ability to work effectively within a team * Experience of working collaboratively with other agencies Please apply with an up to date CV as soon as possible if this role would be of interest to you