Care Leaver Support Advisor - Hybrid Role

School Result; Romford; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector client is seeking a Leaving Care Advisor in Romford to provide tailored support to care leavers aged 16–25. The role emphasizes empowering young people and ensuring access to essential services. Candidates should have relevant qualifications (NVQ 3 or higher) and demonstrated communication skills. This full-time position offers hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 remote) and aims to make a meaningful impact on the lives of care leavers.

Benefits

Hybrid working (3 days office, 2 days remote)

Impactful work supporting care leavers

Collaborative environment with dedicated professionals

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in childcare, education, health, or social care (NVQ 3 or equivalent/higher).
• Strong communication and active listening skills.
• Ability to build rapport and maintain professional relationships.
• Understanding of trauma and its impact on young people.
• Experience in assessing needs and managing risks in complex situations.
• Proactive attitude towards helping care leavers achieve independence.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support and advice to care leavers aged 16–25.
• Build positive relationships and encourage participation in decision-making.
• Advocate and explain complex information in accessible ways.
• Assess individual needs, identify risks, and set realistic goals.
• Manage a caseload and complete assessments within required timescales.
• Advise on financial entitlements and ensure leavers receive support.
• Coordinate services with partner agencies.
• Support access to training, education, and employment opportunities.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Active listening skills

Ability to build rapport

Understanding of trauma

Experience in assessing needs

Proactive attitude

Education

Relevant qualification in childcare, education, health, or social care (NVQ 3 or equivalent/higher)

Job description

A public sector client is seeking a Leaving Care Advisor in Romford to provide tailored support to care leavers aged 16–25. The role emphasizes empowering young people and ensuring access to essential services. Candidates should have relevant qualifications (NVQ 3 or higher) and demonstrated communication skills. This full-time position offers hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 remote) and aims to make a meaningful impact on the lives of care leavers.