R2R103666 Children's Personal Advisor- Fixed Term Contract 310326

Your New OrganisationSouthend on Sea City Council is a Unitary local authority providing vital services to meet the needs of the local community. We employ around 1800 staff who are working alongside our partners and local communities to deliver the city vision and make lives better for the people of Southend.Working for Southend on Sea City Council offers a challenging and rewarding career in local government within a collaborative and innovate environment with the benefit of flexible working practices to support a positive work life balance. As a Unitary Authority we are responsible for all local government functions ranging from social services transport public health and parks through to planning trading standards community safety and education so we offer a wide range of career opportunities. The diversity of our economy and communities and investment in a number of exciting regeneration projects makes our Council a great place to work learn and make a difference.Your new roleSouthend City Council are looking to appoint a full-time Personal Advisor within a fixed term capacity until March 2026.Within this position hybrid working opportunities are available. However you are required to be on-site at the Civic Centre a minimum of 3 days a week.The new Personal Advisor will act as the focal point to make sure that a young person leaving care gets the right support as they move into adulthood.Work closely with young people to create personalised and tailored pathway needs assessments and pathway plans.Act as an advocate for Care Leavers promoting equality and opportunities. Supporting Care Leavers to access housing education employment and health to achieve positive outcomes.Manage a caseload of separated migrant young people and Care Leavers maintaining accurate records and working collaboratively to deliver high quality support and services.Work closely as a team to improve services for Care Leavers.Act as a Corporate Parent and adhere to all duties set out in relevant legislation.What youll need to succeedTo be successful in this position you must have previously worked within front line services preferably with young people along with a qualification within social work careers education equivalent to NVQ Level 3.You need to have the ability to relate to young people in a purposeful but responsive manner and demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the needs of young people. Along with this you must have experience of working collaboratively with partnering agencies and have some knowledge and understanding of children and young people who are open to social care.What youll get in returnWhen joining the council you can enjoy a range of benefits including: 25 days annual leave flexible working and excellent training and development opportunities. They are committed to ensuring that you are supported in this varied and challenging role with the appropriate level of training. A full list of benefits provided by Southend Council can be viewed on the Why Work For Us tab.What you need to do nowIf you are interested in this role please click apply online to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.If you would like a copy the Job Description please click hereIf you are wanting further information that isnt in the JD please contact NathaliePlease note: Applications for this vacancy may close prior to the date advertised above so you are advised to apply as soon as you are able to.All applicants for this role will require an enhanced DBS check.The Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications regardless of race sex disability sexual orientation gender reassignment marital or civil partner status pregnancy or maternity age or religion or belief..Required Experience:Unclear Seniority Key Skills Anti Money Laundering,Arabic Speaking,Machinery Maintenance,Customer Service,AX Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1