Personal Advisor

This is an exciting opportunity to join our Care Leavers Team
, supporting young people aged 16–25 across Cheshire East as they transition into adulthood. Working within corporate parenting principles, the role focuses on empowering care leavers with the skills, confidence, and support they need for independence. Through collaboration with a wide range of professionals – including social workers, housing providers, mental health practitioners, and employment support teams – you’ll play a vital part in shaping positive futures.

At Cheshire East Council we are resident, and partner focused with a vision to enable prosperity and wellbeing for all. People really are at the heart of everything we do and that starts with our incredible workforce. We promote a culture of high performance where people can aspire, thrive and flourish, and we strive to deliver best value in everything we do.

We are values led and committed to wellbeing and inclusion for all, with our employees co‑creating the values of drive, integrity, respect, and collaboration.

• Provide guidance and practical support to care leavers aged 16–25, helping them prepare for independence.
• Work in partnership with professionals across housing, health, education, and employment services.
• Co‑produce Pathway Plans with young people and key individuals in their lives.
• Maintain regular contact with care leavers and ensure access to the Cheshire East Care Leavers Local Offer.
• Deliver duty support services alongside other Personal Advisors and keep accurate, timely records.

This is just a snapshot of some of the exciting things you’ll be doing in the role. To find out more about the other key responsibilities of the role, please view the attached job description.

• You hold an NVQ Level 3 in Advice and Guidance or Health and Social Care.
• You’ll bring excellent organisational skills, strong personal resilience, and a passion for improving outcomes for young people.
• You have experience working with diverse backgrounds and are committed to promoting positive outcomes for all care leavers.
• You’ll enjoy building relationships and working in partnership with other agencies.
• You have strong interpersonal skills and thrive in a relationship‑based practice approach.