Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people transitioning out of care Join a well established, dedicated team in Sefton as a Leaving Care Person Advisor. In this vital role, you'll support care leavers in their journey to independence, helping them build brighter futures. Your work will focus on safeguarding, promoting well-being, and improving outcomes for young people in accordance with national guidelines and council procedures. £19.Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people transitioning out of care Join a well established, dedicated team in Sefton as a Leaving Care Person Advisor. In this vital role, you'll support care leavers in their journey to independence, helping them build brighter futures. Your work will focus on safeguarding, promoting well-being, and improving outcomes for young people in accordance with national guidelines and council procedures. £19.00 LTD per hour inclusive of holiday pay 3 Month initial contract with possibility of extension after this 36 Hours per week Responsibilities Provide advice and practical support to care leavers on financial capability, housing, education, employment, and community participation. Assist in the creation, monitoring, and review of person-centred Pathway Plans. Promote positive relationships between care leavers and their families, supervising contact as necessary. Facilitate access to specialist services for health, education, and well-being. Maintain up-to-date and accurate case records, ensuring compliance with data protection regulations. Work collaboratively across council departments, partner agencies, and community groups. Identify and report safeguarding concerns in line with legislation and procedures. Participate in team meetings, training, and service development activities to continually improve service delivery. Requirements A Level 3 qualification related to working with children and young people. Knowledge of child and young person development, family dynamics, and the challenges faced by care leavers. Strong communication and direct work skills with children and young people. Ability to write accurate and comprehensive reports and maintain case records. Familiarity with legislative frameworks and planning tools for Looked After Children and Care Leavers. Solution-focused and empathetic approach to case work and service development. IT proficiency and ability to work within professional and ethical standards. A commitment to equality, diversity, and professional development. Desirable: Knowledge of homelessness, rough sleeping, and relevant assessment frameworks. Apply Now If you are interested, please call Lisa McVinnie on 01772 208964 or email me your CV - lisa.mcvinnieservicecare.org.uk If this role isn't right for you, but you know someone who would fit perfectly to our engaged and devoted team and you refer them, you will receive a referral bonus of £250. The benefits of working with SCS: A specialist dedicated Social Work consultant offering single point of contact. Exceptional referral bonuses - £250 per referral placed in to work An extensive & exclusive range of Social Work vacancies across the UK Nationwide provider Social Work staff to over 200 local authorities. Annual training budget of up to £250 and continued online CPD training. Excellent Annual Loyalty schemes / bonuses. DBS disclosures provided via fast-track online services free of charge.