Leaving Care Support and Integration Officer

Leaving Care Support and Integration Officer Bristol Who We Are ACH is a social enterprise with a clear vision, dedicated to empowering refugees and migrants in the UK to lead self-sufficient and ambitious lives. We bring together a diverse team of strategists and researchers, driven by their own lived experiences, to provide tailored integration services. Why We Do What We Do Our mission goes beyond individual support;

we actively challenge and disrupt the systems that perpetuate inequalities in our society. With a proven track record of delivering effective support services, in 2025, we helped house over 1,500 individuals and provided support to over 600 of our service users, helping them to achieve their personal goals and lead fulfilling lives in their new country. We are now looking for a Support and Integration Officer to join us on a full-time basis for a six month fixed-term contract, working 37.5 hours per week.

Our Commitment to You
- Salary of £28,271 per annum - 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
- Pension
- Flexible working
- Employee Recognition Programme
- Training and development opportunities
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Social gatherings and staff retreats - A fully stocked staffroom! This is a rewarding opportunity for an experienced support professional with a genuine commitment to empowering young people to join our dedicated charity. Youll have the chance to make a meaningful difference at a pivotal stage in young peoples lives, helping care leavers build the confidence and independence they need for the future.

Whats more, youll be part of a committed team where your experience will directly contribute to better outcomes for young people as they take their next steps into adult life. So, if youre ready to use your skills to help people feel at home, regain control and build brighter futures, read on and apply today. Your Role As a Leaving Care Support and Integration Officer, you will provide person-centred support, information, advice and guidance to young people who have left the care system and are living in our 18 supported housing.

Working as part of our Support and Integration Team, you will oversee a caseload, developing and regularly reviewing individual support plans and risk assessments. You will work closely with Personal Advisers, social workers and other professionals to help young people build their independence and work towards their goals. Providing practical advice and support, you will ensure they are equipped to navigate housing, finances, education, employment, health and wellbeing.

Additionally, you will:

- Support young people to develop independent living and social skills
- Signpost and refer young people to relevant external agencies, legal services and support networks
- Visit young people in their homes and organise house meetings where required
- Maintain accurate case files and records using our CRM
- Develop relationships with external organisations to support partnership working
- Ensure your work meets safeguarding, confidentiality, equality, diversity and inclusion requirements Please note, this role will involve travel across Bristol and participation in community outreach programmes. About You To be considered as a Leaving Care Support and Integration Officer, you will need:

- Experience working with young people in a support service setting - A commitment and desire to support young people and adults to gain life skills and live independently

- Experience of providing advice and guidance, advocacy and culturally sensitive support
- An understanding of the impact of traumatic experiences on peoples wellbeing and behaviour

- Experience of creating support plans and completing needs and risk assessments
- Experience and knowledge of working with people with complex/multiple support needs
- The ability to effectively assess, manage and continuously review needs and risks
- The ability to maintain accurate records and manage a caseload
- Strong organisational and planning skills
- The ability to manage own time, whilst also working within a team
- An understanding of the importance of safeguarding, in relation to working with vulnerable adults and children
- Confident Microsoft skills
- Outlook, Excel, Word and Power Point
- Strong verbal and written communication skills Due to the nature of this post, an enhanced DBS check will be undertaken for successful applicants, but only with their prior consent. The closing date for this role is 25th September 2026. We are actively…