2 Month Contract With A Local Authority
Job Purpose:
To provide statutory support and guidance to care leavers aged 18 to 25, including Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASC), in accordance with the Children (Leaving Care) Act 2000, the Children and Social Work Act 2017, and related legislation. The role involves managing a caseload of eligible, relevant, former relevant, and qualifying young people, supporting their transition into independent adulthood through robust Pathway Planning, advocacy, and multi-agency coordination.
Key Responsibilities:
* Hold and manage a caseload of care leavers (18–25), including UASC, delivering support in line with legal duties and best practice.
* Develop, implement, and review Pathway Plans in collaboration with young people, ensuring they are aspirational, person-centred, and regularly updated.
* Undertake statutory visits and maintain regular contact in accordance with national guidance and local policies.
* Assist young people in preparing for and sustaining independent living, including housing, financial management, education, employment, health, and emotional wellbeing.
* Support access to and engagement with universal and specialist services, advocating for young people’s rights and needs.
* Work closely with social workers, housing teams, education providers, immigration advisors, health professionals, and voluntary sector agencies to ensure joined-up support.
* Attend and contribute to multi-agency meetings, care reviews, safeguarding panels, and transition planning forums as required.
* Maintain accurate, up-to-date case records and documentation using the council’s case management system.
* Ensure all statutory obligations and performance indicators are met within required timescales.
* Respond to young people's queries and crises in a timely and appropriate manner.
* Promote the voice of the young person in all aspects of service delivery.
* Support participation in education, training, employment, and positive activities.
* Encourage development of life skills and resilience to support long-term independence.
Requirements
* Experience working with young people in a social care, education, or youth support setting.
* Knowledge of the legislative and policy framework for care leavers, including UASC.
* Ability to develop effective Pathway Plans and work in a person-centred way.
* Excellent organisational, communication, and report-writing skills.
* Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a multi-agency team.
* Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people.
* Flexibility to travel across the borough/region and work occasional evenings/weekends as needed.
* DBS Is required for This Role