Are you passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people?
We have a fantastic opportunity for a Locum Personal Advisor to join a dynamic Leaving Care Team in the Central Manchester area. This role will focus on supporting young people, including asylum seekers, as they transition out of the care system and into adulthood.
Contract: 3-6 months (potential for extension)
Benefits:
- A dedicated Consultant to guide you through the process.
- Continuous Professional Development (CPD) via our e-learning platform.
- Competitive rates of pay, paid twice weekly.
- Access to our weekly locum mailer with up-to-date job listings in your area.
- £300 referral bonus when you recommend a friend (Ts&Cs apply).
Responsibilities:
- Provide ongoing support to care leavers, ensuring their needs are met in line with statutory guidelines.
- Engage in direct work with young people and the key figures in their lives.
- Participate in the office-based duty system, assisting with urgent cases.
- Promote the safety and protection of children and young people, with a focus on preventing exploitation.
- Facilitate community-based activities to enhance young people's independence and integration into adult life.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and attend relevant meetings, training, and functions.
- Contribute to the development and improvement of the Leaving Care Service.
To be considered for the Personal Advisor role, ideally you will have:
- NVQ Level 3 in Care of Children and Young People or equivalent qualification.
- Previous experience in a similar role working with vulnerable children and young people.
- Strong understanding of safeguarding procedures and child protection policies.
- Ability to build trusting relationships with young people from diverse backgrounds.
- A full UK driving licence is desirable, though not essential.
This is your chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people leaving care and help them reach their full potential. If you're committed, caring, and ready to take on a new challenge, apply today!
For more information, contact Lynne Thomson on 0330 0248 775 or email-
Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.
Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.
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