Leaving Care Worker

Leaving Care is a statutory service offering Information, Advice, Guidance, and Support to Care Experienced Young People aged 16-25 years old. We don't just support; we encourage, nurture, and empower our Care Experienced Young People to live fulfilling independent lives. Due to the service continuing to adapt to young people's needs, we now have the opportunity to recruit further workers into our teams across Lincolnshire and build on the Lincolnshire Leaving care's offer to our care experienced young people. The roles focus on support to those still in care, those young people who have just become adults, Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Young People, and older Care Experienced people aged 21 to 25., Within Lincolnshire, we use the Signs of Safety model and the Valuing Care tool to help us plan, assess, and understand young people's needs. The role of the Leaving Care Worker involves the use of these tools and training to develop aspirational and impactful Pathway Plans so young people know their trajectory and who is there to support them. As the heart of every plan is a close and supportive relationship between the service and young people, so a proven track record of nurturing relationships and providing care and support is vital in any prospective candidates. Workers will be required to carrying out statutory face-to-face visits, so traveling both locally and nationally to carry out visits is vital. As a Leaving Care Worker you will ensure that young people have the right information, advice, guidance, and support to meet their needs. Each plan has a primary focus on Accommodation, Health, Education, Employment and Training, Finances, Wellbeing, and ensuring young people have the skills to live independently. About You Leaving Care is never easy for any young person, and this role can be demanding if young people are struggling. It is vital that any potential candidates can understand, recognise and manage risks and vulnerability to keep our young people safe. At the root of it all is the need to maintain a strong connection with young people and their network and giving them what they need to be safe, happy and successful adults. You'll use tools like Signs of Safety and Valuing Care to develop aspirational Pathway Plans that focus on:

• Accommodation
• Health and wellbeing
• Education, employment, and training
• Financial stability
• Life skills and independence
This is a relationship-based role where your ability to connect, empower, and advocate for young people will make a lasting difference. What You'll Do
• Build strong, trusting relationships with young people and their networks
• Coordinate multi-agency support and lead on planning
• Deliver targeted interventions and practical support
• Act as Lead Professional where appropriate
• Participate in a duty rota to support young people in crisis
• Travel locally and nationally for face-to-face visits
  
  We're looking for passionate individuals who:
• Hold an NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
• Have experience supporting young people aged 16-25
• Understand safeguarding, risk management, and child development
• Can work flexibly, including occasional evening work
• Are confident working across agencies and cultural contexts
• Have a full driving licence and access to a vehicle, In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.