Personal Advisor - 21

Join Hillingdon's Outstanding Family Help Service About the role

Following our recent Outstanding Ofsted judgement, Hillingdon continues to invest in services that improve outcomes for children and young people. We are seeking committed and enthusiastic Personal Advisors to join our Transition to Adulthood Service to specifically work with care experienced adults aged 21+.

• Ambitious, dynamic and welcoming teams where you will be supported in your practice and your professional growth
• Salary up to £42,060
• Accessible location, 5 minutes from Metropolitan and Picadilly lines and M40
• Free PARKING
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• TOIL provided
• Rated Outstanding by Ofsted and CIT
• Manageable workload
• 100% permanent and experienced Senior Leadership Team
• Visible, accessible and supportive managers and senior leaders
• Regular reflective supervision and clinical consultation
• Excellent learning, development and career progression opportunities
• A relationship-based and trauma-informed practice model
• Modern working environments
• We have already implemented the Social Work reforms and innovative ways of working
• Up to 34 days annual leave rising to 37 days after long service, in addition to bank holidays.

Hillingdon's Transition to Adulthood Service is committed to supporting care-experienced young people to achieve successful, independent and fulfilling adult lives. We work alongside young people aged 16 to 25, providing practical support, guidance and advocacy to help them navigate key life transitions including housing, education, employment, training, health and emotional wellbeing. We recognise that the transition into adulthood does not end at 21 and so to strengthen our offer, we are developing a dedicated approach for young people aged 21 to 25 that focuses on early intervention, prevention and sustained engagement.

This will enable us to maintain meaningful relationships with young people, proactively identify emerging needs and risks, and re-engage those who may have become disconnected from services. Working closely with housing providers, health services, education and employment partners, community organisations and wider council services, the team will coordinate support that is tailored to each young person's individual circumstances and goals.

Our approach is strengths-based, relationship-focused and centred on empowering young people to make informed decisions and maximise their opportunities. As a Personal Advisor, you will play a key role in supporting young people to achieve their aspirations and navigate the opportunities and challenges of adulthood.

• Work alongside colleagued and partner agencies to assess needs and plan for successful transitions into adulthood.
• Hold a caseload of care experienced young pepople aged 21+ including young people with complex needs such as mental health challenges, offending histories and immigration matters.
• Support young people as need arises, including when in crisis.
• Act as a strong advocate for young people, supporting them to make informed decisions about housing, education, employment, training, health and wellbeing.
• Provide practical support to help young people develop independence, including assistance with moving home, accessing benefits and establishing a first tenancy.
• Build effective partnerships with housing providers, health services, education settings, employment services and the voluntary sector.
• Maintain accurate and timely records, reports and case notes in line with legislative and organisational requirements.
• Monitor and track outcomes for young people, including accommodation, education, employment, training and immigration status.

• Experience working with cared for children, care experienced young people or vulnerable young people.
• A good understanding of the issues facing care-experienced young people as they transition into adulthood.
• Knowledge of housing, welfare benefits, education, employment and immigration pathways.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage and motivate young people.
• Experience of working collaboratively with…