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Job Role: Personal Adviser
Contract Type: Temporary (Immediate Start Required)Duration: 3-6 months, with possible extension]Driving Licence & Access to Vehicle: Essential
We are urgently seeking an experienced Personal Adviser to join a dedicated Leaving Care Team supporting young people, including Care Leavers with Disabilities (CWD) and Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Children (UASC), as they transition into adulthood.
This is a critical post, covering long-term sickness in the team. The successful applicant must be ready to commence work immediately, bringing both capability and confidence to manage complex caseloads from day one.
Key Responsibilities:-
Provide high-quality support and guidance to care leavers, including UASC and CWD.
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Undertake statutory duties in accordance with the Children (Leaving Care) Act 2000 and related legislation.
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Develop, review, and maintain Pathway Plans in line with statutory timescales.
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Ensure all young people receive personalised support to maximise life opportunities and successful transition to independence.
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Liaise with multi-agency partners including housing, education, health, and immigration services.
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Maintain accurate case records using the Liquidlogic Children's System (LCS).
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Previous experience as a Personal Adviser within a Leaving Care service is essential.
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Excellent knowledge of Leaving Care legislation, with specific understanding of UASC processes.
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Strong experience of undertaking Pathway Planning.
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Must hold a valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle, with willingness to travel across the UK as required.
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Ability to manage a caseload of 25-30 cases, providing high-quality service under pressure.
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Confidence in working autonomously in a fast-paced, emotionally demanding environment.
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Experience using Liquidlogic Children's System (LCS).
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Prior experience in high-pressure local authority environments.
