Job Title: Personal Advisor – 18+ Care Leavers Service Grade: GR4
Location: Birmingham
Reporting to: Team Manager
Birmingham Children’s Trust is committed to working together to make Birmingham the greatest city to grow up in. We exist to make a positive difference for children, young people, and families by delivering high-quality practice and strong partnership working across the city.
Our Values
One Team
Accountability & Responsibility
Quality & Innovation
Relationships
High Support, High Challenge
About the Role We are seeking a committed and passionate Personal Advisor to join our 18+ Care Leavers Service, supporting young people aged 18–25 as they transition from care into independent adulthood.
You will manage a caseload of care leavers, providing statutory support in line with legislation and guidance. This includes coordinating and completing Pathway Plans, advocating for young people, and ensuring they are supported with accommodation, education, employment, health, and emotional wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities
Manage a caseload of eligible, relevant, former relevant, and qualifying care leavers
Prepare, implement, and review Pathway Plans in partnership with young people and professionals
Support young people to develop independent living skills including budgeting and life skills
Work collaboratively with partner agencies such as housing, education, employment, health, DWP, probation, and voluntary services
Promote young people’s engagement, aspirations, and positive outcomes
Maintain accurate and timely case records using electronic recording systems
Participate in duty and referral work as required
Apply anti-discriminatory and anti-oppressive practice at all times
Contribute to service development, monitoring, and evaluation
Essential Experience & Skills
Substantial experience working with children and young people up to age 21 (or 25 if in education)
Experience of working with vulnerable young people, including care leavers or those at risk of homelessness
Experience managing or supporting a caseload
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to build positive relationships with young people who may be challenging to engage
Knowledge of leaving care legislation, pathways planning, and young people’s entitlements
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
Commitment to equality, diversity, and safeguarding
Additional Information
Willingness to undertake relevant training, including NVQ Level 3
Flexible working hours required to meet service needs
This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act
DBS check required
Birmingham Children’s Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment and uphold equal opportunities in service delivery and employment.
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