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Leaving Care Personal Advisor

Stockport
6 months ago
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Job Opportunity: Personal Adviser – Leaving Care Team | Stockport Council ?

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people transitioning out of care? Do you have the skills to guide, support, and empower care leavers on their journey to independence? If so, we want to hear from you!

? Location: Stockport
? Salary: SO1 (Grade)
? Contract Type: Full-time
? Closing Date: [Insert closing date if known]
? Apply by email: (url removed)

About the Role:

As a Personal Adviser within Stockport Council’s Leaving Care Team, you’ll provide dedicated support to young people aged 16–25 who are or have been looked after by the local authority. You’ll guide them through the transition to adulthood—offering practical help, emotional support, and ensuring their voices are heard in every step of their pathway planning.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Managing a caseload and delivering statutory responsibilities in line with the Children (Leaving Care) Act 2000.

Supporting young people in education, training, and employment.

Promoting independent living through financial, housing, and emotional support.

Working closely with partner agencies such as housing, health, education, and youth offending services.

Delivering Pathway Plans and attending multi-agency meetings.

Supporting unaccompanied asylum-seeking young people in line with Home Office guidance.

About You:

We’re looking for someone who:

Has experience supporting care leavers or working with young people.

Possesses knowledge of relevant legislation and excellent assessment/recording skills.

Is a strong communicator, both written and verbal.

Holds a relevant qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 3 in childcare or similar).

Has a full driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Why Join Stockport Council?

We live by the Stockport Way—putting people at the heart of everything we do, collaborating with purpose, and delivering with creativity, ambition, and care. As a Personal Adviser, you'll be part of a supportive, innovative, and people-centred team that truly makes a difference.

Apply Now!

To apply or find out more, contact John Deane at (url removed)

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