Personal Advisor

As a Wellbeing -Personal Adviser you'll be a vital point of contact for care-experienced young people aged 16-25. You'll provide tailored support, guidance, and advocacy to help them transition into independent adulthood with confidence and resilience. The post is based in Sleaford and covering predominantly the south of Lincolnshire, however there will be out of county travelling too. You'll work with:

• Young people still in care
• Care Experienced Young people aged 18-21
• Unaccompanied asylum-seeking young people
• Older Care Experienced individuals aged 21-25
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
• High standard of written assessments
• Reviewing assessments and setting smart targets, 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.
  
  Be part of a transformative service making a real impact
• Work in a supportive, multi-agency team
• Access ongoing training and development
• Help shape the future of care leavers in Lincolnshire
About Our Offer Along with a competitive salary we are offering:
• A Contributory pension
• Comprehensive benefits package including excellent discount schemes and cycle to work
• Flexible working policies
• Career progression opportunities
• A generous annual leave entitlement plus the option to buy more
Further details about the benefits of working for Lincolnshire County Council are attached.,
• Our values - collaborative, adaptable, eco-conscious, supportive, and responsible - guide everything we do. We're looking for candidates who share these values and bring them to life in their work, helping us build strong teams and make a real difference in the communities we serve.