Suffolk County Council are looking to recruit a Young Persons Advisor to join our team based in Bury St Edmunds. You will join us on a full-time, permanent basis. The successful candidate will earn £28,598 per annum.
We’re passionate about improving the future for our customers, our communities and the environment. If you are too, join us as a Young Persons Advisor and make a huge and meaningful impact. Your innovation and drive will help us to continue improving and evolving. Our opportunities and support will enable you to make a difference and leave a positive, lasting legacy.
Reimagine the possibilities.
Your role and responsibilities
As a Young Persons Advisor, you will be responsible for building and maintaining positive, trusting relationships with young people and colleagues, while delivering high-quality, person-centred services that support their development. You will collaborate effectively with other professionals to ensure joined-up support, confidently navigate and apply relevant legislation in your practice, and manage complex cases with care, clarity, and resilience. Your role will also involve leading on Pathway Planning to support successful transitions to adulthood, and attending Case Conferences, CIC Reviews, and other key meetings to advocate for the needs and aspirations of young people.
You will need:
proven experience working professionally with young people, particularly those with complex needs and care leaver backgrounds
a compassionate, patient, and highly observant approach to supporting children and young adults
strong communication skills, including the ability to interpret non-verbal cues and use alternative communication methods such as Makaton or Picture Exchange Communication Systems (PECS)
a solid understanding of the challenges faced by care leavers and children with disabilities, including safeguarding concerns
emotional resilience and a genuine passion for inclusive care and engagement
the ability to build trust and foster meaningful relationships with young people
experience working in SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) environments
a flexible and creative approach to problem-solving and engaging young people
awareness and understanding of autism and how it may affect communication and behaviour.
Empowering Everyone
We’re big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We’re always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report.
Closing date:?11.30pm, 11 November 2025
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Hybrid
About Us
As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We’re driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities.
In return, you’ll enjoy:
up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days
membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits
performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase
training and encouragement to expand your knowledge
a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation
diverse and active staff networks
flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day
Plus lots more!
If you think you have what it takes to be successful in this Young Persons Advisor role, even if you don’t meet all the requirements, please apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application