Leaving Care Advisor

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

Adecco is recruiting a Leaving Care Advisor on behalf of a public sector client based in Romford, East London/Essex. This role offers hybrid working, competitive pay, and the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of care leavers aged 16–25.

• Job Title: Leaving Care Advisor
• Employer: Adecco (on behalf of public sector client)
• Location: Havering Town Hall, Romford (Hybrid – 3 days office, 2 days remote)
• Contract Type: Temporary (3 months, with potential extension)
• Hours: Full-Time
• Closing Date: Not specified (apply promptly)

About the Role

The Leaving Care Advisor will provide tailored support and guidance to care leavers aged 16–25, helping them transition to independent living. The role focuses on empowering young people, ensuring they access the right services, and supporting them in education, training, and employment opportunities.

Key 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 (housing, health, education)
• Support access to training, education, and employment opportunities

Candidate Requirements

• 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

Why Join Us

• Hybrid working (3 days office, 2 days remote)
• Impactful work supporting care leavers
• Collaborative environment with dedicated professionals

About Adecco

Adecco is a disability‑confident employer committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Reasonable adjustments are available at all stages of the recruitment process.

Application Process

Applications must be submitted via Adecco.

How to Apply:

• Visit Adecco’s job portal or official posting for Leaving Care Advisor – Romford.
• Complete the online application form and upload your CV.