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.