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