Personal Advisor (Care Leavers)

Job description

Personal Advisor (Care Leavers)

Location: Telford

Pay Rate: £16.35 per hour (PAYE) or £21.25 per hour (Umbrella)

Hours: 37 hours per week

Contract: Temporary

Working Pattern: Hybrid – office-based approximately 2 days per week, with flexibility required for visits

Seven Resourcing are currently recruiting for a Personal Advisor to support care-experienced young people in Telford. This is a rewarding statutory role focused on helping young people transition successfully from care into independent adulthood.

The Role

As a Personal Advisor, you will act as the key professional for young people leaving care, supporting them from age 16 through to 21, or up to 25 where required. You will work in partnership with young people and their wider support networks to help them develop the skills, confidence, and resilience needed to live independently.

This role requires a compassionate, organised, and proactive individual who can build trusting relationships and manage a varied caseload.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake the statutory Personal Advisor role for care-experienced young people aged 16–21, and up to 25 where eligible
• Act as key worker and case manager for Former Relevant young people, and provide advice and support to Relevant and Qualifying young people where required
• Support young people to develop independent living skills, including housing, education, employment, finances, and wellbeing
• Work collaboratively with young people, families, carers, and partner agencies to support positive transitions from care
• Prepare young people for leaving care through pathway planning, advice, and practical support
• Provide ongoing guidance, advice, and advocacy as young people move into adulthood
• Carry out visits and maintain regular contact in line with statutory guidance and service expectations
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date case records using electronic systems
• Promote the voice of the young person and ensure support plans are person-centred and outcome-focused

Essential Requirements

• Experience working with children, young people, or care leavers in a support or statutory setting
• Understanding of leaving care legislation and statutory guidance
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to manage a caseload and work independently
• Full UK driving licence
• Access to your own vehicle with business insurance
• Willingness to work flexibly to meet the needs of young people

Working with Seven Resourcing:

Established in 2011, Seven Resourcing is one of the UK’s largest suppliers of temporary and ad-hoc professionals. Rated ‘Excellent’ on Trustpilot from 3000+ reviews, and with 20+ major recruitment awards, we take pride in knowing we can find you the best possible rates and a role you can be proud of.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Telford

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

08-01-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English