Young Persons Advisor (Redeployment 19557)
Young Persons Advisor (Redeployment 19557)
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Job Description
- Suffolk County Council West Suffolk House Bury St Edmunds IP33 3YU - Community based
- 27711 per annum (pro rata if part time)
- 37 hours - Flexible working options available
- Permanent
This advert is open to current redeployment Suffolk County Council staff only
Were passionate about improving the future for our customers our communities and the environment. If you are too join us as a Young Persons Advisor and make a huge and meaningful impact. Your innovation and drive will help us to continue improving and evolving. Our opportunities and support will enable you to make a difference and leave a positive lasting legacy.
Your role and responsibilities
- undertake regular statutory visits
- chair Pathway Review meetings to manage and assess risk or any unmet needs relating to housing; education/employment; finances health and emotional wellbeing
- advice and guidance on all these subjects will help your clients form secure foundations in their local community and increase their chances of living independently.
You will need
- a suitable practitioner level qualification at Level 3 or equivalent experience in relevant area of work
- excellent communication skills with a commitment to listening to young adults around challenging topics such as family loss mental health difficulties substance misuse and criminality
- a thorough understanding of safeguarding concerns and specific risks associated adult care leavers
- good organisation skills and competency with computer systems; paperwork and case recordings.
You can view a full list of requirements in theJob and Person Profile (docx).If you believe you can succeed in this role apply. Even if you dont meet all requirements still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
The team
Our Leaving Care and Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Children (UASC) teams are responsible for providing a leaving care service to care experienced young people aged 16 to 24. Team members work with young people to develop the skills and support they need to make a successful move away from care and towards more independent living.
The quality of the relationships created with young people is paramount as are working relationships which enable access to expertise and resources of a range of other services and agencies both within Children and Young People (CYP) and beyond.
Empowering Everyone
Were big believers in potential possibility and the power of different ideas. Were always searching for ways to encourage respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation as shown in our Workforce Equality Report ().
For more information
Please contact Charlotte Summers (she/her) for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling 0 or emailing .
How to apply
Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (docx).
Step 2 - Click Apply Now to start your online application.
Step 3 -Upload asupporting statement indicating how you meet each of the criteria in the Person Profile sectionof theJPP.
- You should use theSupporting Statement template.
- Please use Arial font size 11 and keep your statement to a maximum of two sides of A4.
Please note:Without a supporting statement your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.
We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We encourage you to present your own work and ideas throughout the application process.
If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage please contact our Recruitment Team by emailingor calling0. If you are invited to the next stage of selection you will have another opportunity to request adjustments for the next stages of the process.
Closing date:11.30pm 11 June 2025.
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Hybrid
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
