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Leaving Care Worker

Sleaford
3 hours ago
Full-time
On-site
NG34, Sleaford, Lincolnshire
£35.77 - £35.77 GBP hourly
Health / Social Care
Are you passionate about supporting young people and helping them build a positive future?
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Leaving Care Worker / Personal Advisor to join Lincolnshire County Council.
The Role:
You will manage a caseload of young people, providing practical and emotional support while coordinating with families, social care teams and external agencies to ensure each individual receives the right support.
* Developing, implementing and reviewing Pathway Plans.
* Supporting young people to access education, training and employment opportunities.
* Helping young people secure and maintain suitable accommodation.
* Promoting independent living skills and personal development.
* Identifying and managing safeguarding concerns and risks.
* Providing direct interventions and support to vulnerable young people.
* Building positive relationships with young people who may be harder to engage.
* Working collaboratively with multi-agency partners and other professionals.
* Maintaining accurate case records and preparing reports.
Requirements:
* Previous experience working within Leaving Care, Children's Services or a similar social care setting.
* Experience supporting vulnerable young people, ideally aged 16–25.
* Knowledge and understanding of Pathway Plans and the care leaver framework.
* Experience of safeguarding, risk assessments and case management.
* Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
Flexibility to work occasional evenings, weekends and public holidays as part of a rota may be required.
What's on Offer?
* Competitive rate of £35.77 per hour umbrella
* Hybrid working – 3 days working remotely and 2 days in the office.
* Opportunity to make a meaningful difference to young people's lives.
* Work within an established local authority Children's Services team.
Interested?
If you have experience supporting care leavers and are looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you