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Belmont Recruitment are currently seeking an experienced Leaving Care Worker to work with a North East Local Authority on a temporary basis. This is a full-time role working 37 hours per week.

Main Duties

* Facilitate assessments of need and ongoing monitoring to support young people’s health, education, and wellbeing

* Provide practical, personal, and emotional support, including domestic tasks and transporting where necessary

* Advise on key areas such as health, benefits, education, training, employment, housing, and personal well-being

* Develop and implement Pathway Plans and Personal Action Plans with young people

* Advocate for young people and empower them to make decisions and self-advocate

* Work alongside colleagues and other agencies to ensure needs are met within agreed plans

* Maintain accurate records and write reports using electronic systems

* Support young people through major transitions, such as moving to adulthood

Essential Criteria

* NVQ Level 3 or equivalent (e.g., relevant degree, DipSW, RGN, Teaching, Youth and Community)

* Minimum of 2 years’ continuous experience working with young people (post-16)

* Knowledge of Children’s Services policies, procedures, and safeguarding regulations

* Ability to record accurate information and write reports using electronic systems

* Effective communication and engagement skills with children, young people, and families

* Understanding of child and young person development, including assessing developmental stages

* Knowledge of safeguarding, risk assessment, and local procedures

* Experience supporting transitions and working collaboratively with other professionals

* Full driving licence and access to a vehicle (or driver) for work purposes

* Flexibility to work outside normal working hours as required

If your skills match the above criteria, please apply with your up-to-date CV