Personal Advisors

Salary

£31,015 - £34,811 per annum (pro rata)

Type of vacancy

Permanent

Work pattern

Part Time

Hours per week

3.5

Work Base

Meadow House, Littleworth, NG18 2TB / Thoresby House, New Ollerton, NG22 9GS

Working Arrangements

Hybrid

Job Description / Person Specification

Personal Advisor Leaving Care JDPS.pdf – 184KB Competency FrameworkTier 7b

Number of posts

2

Interview date

30 November 2026 Closing Date 23 November 2026 23:55 The Children and Families Department takes a strengths-based approach to working with each other, children, young people and families, and our partner agencies. We call this 'Our Nottinghamshire Approach'. Watch the two minute animation to learn more.

At Nottinghamshire County Council, we are dedicated to making a difference in our community. We believe in supporting our colleagues and providing a nurturing environment where everyone can thrive. Join us in our mission to empower young people as they transition into adulthood.

We are excited to announce two part-time vacancies for Personal Advisors within our Leaving Care Service. One position is based in the Central Team (3.5 days) and the other in the North Team (3 days). In these roles, you will support care leavers aged 16 to 21, helping them build independence, resilience, and positive futures. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to make a real impact!

As a Personal Advisor, your key responsibilities will include:

• Managing a caseload of young people, providing practical, emotional, and financial support.
• Advocating for young people and negotiating with various services to meet their needs.
• Collaborating with partner agencies and colleagues to ensure comprehensive support.
• Encouraging engagement in education, training, and employment opportunities.
• Assisting young people in developing essential skills for independent living.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Preferably relevant qualifications in social care or a related field.
• Experience working with young people, particularly those in care.
• Educated to minimum GCSE level C or above including Maths and English.
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes.

We are looking for candidates who demonstrate:

• Compassionate Communication: Strong verbal and written skills to connect with young people effectively.
• Collaborative Spirit: Ability to work well within a team and independently.
• Problem-Solving Mindset: A proactive approach to overcoming challenges and finding solutions.
• Commitment to Improvement: A dedication to enhancing outcomes for young people.

At Nottinghamshire County Council, we offer:

• A friendly and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued.
• Flexible working arrangements to support your work-life balance.
• A comprehensive career pathway with ongoing training and professional development.
• Generous annual leave plus 8 statutory bank holidays.
• An excellent occupational pension scheme to secure your future

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people and want to be part of a supportive team, we encourage you to apply today! Join us at Nottinghamshire County Council and help shape brighter futures for our care leavers.

For an informal discussion about this opportunity please contact Paul Zawodniak on 07753625715 or by email paul.zawodniak@nottscc.gov.uk.Appointment to this post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Nottinghamshire County Council strives to ensure that it goes beyond the requirements of the Equalities Act and prides itself on being accredited as a Disability Confident Leader Organisation.

Under the Disability Confident scheme (formerly known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme) we would like to ensure applicants with disabilities are offered an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for a job. Please let us know if this is something you would like to be considered for.

A job share scheme is available for all full-time posts: both permanent and temporary, unless otherwise stated.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.

Nottinghamshire County Council strongly encourages applications from all candidates from different walks of life, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation.