Job Title: Young Persons Advisor

Location: Durham

Pay Rate: £16 Umbrella P/H

Job Type: Full Time Contract - Office Based

The Role

The Young People's Service supports Looked After young people, young people leaving care between the ages of 15 and 25, and young people aged 16+ who are assessed as being in need.

The post holder will work closely with each young person, their carers, and a range of agencies such as housing, education and training providers, to support the young person's transition to adulthood. Ensuring the young person is safeguarded and supported to achieve their goals and aspirations, including a home, education, training, or employment, financial independence and strong social networks.

The Candidate

• Level 3 qualification in a relevant children's services field or equivalent.
• Significant experience of direct work with young people (teenagers) in a social care, health, education, housing or youth and community setting.
• Evidence of continuous professional development.

How to apply

Please submit your application via the contract details provided and you will be contracted with further information about this opportunity or email your CV to me directly; or call me on #removed#