Leaving Care Worker

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.