Leaving Care Case Worker

Job Role: Leaving Care Case Worker West (053203)

Grade: I

Salary: £33,366 - £37,035 per annum

Vacancy Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week

Contract Type: Permanent

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A rare opportunity has arisen for a Leaving Care Worker based in the Knaresborough Leaving Care Team. Do you have extensive experience of working with young people aged 16-25 leaving care and want to make a difference to the lives of young care leavers? Do you have experience of working with young people with complex needs and have experience of working within multi-agency services? If you answered yes to these, you may be the right person for this position.

You will join a dedicated team based in Knaresborough but also be part of a large County Wide team covering the whole of North Yorkshire. We are proud to be an outstanding Leaving Care Team and Local Authority and work in a strong, strength-based relationship practice.

You will manage a case load of young people between the ages of 16 and 25 years old. This will include reviewing and co-ordinating the young person's pathway plan, acting as an advocate for the young person when required, referring to other relevant services and always striving for the best outcomes for each young person whilst working flexibly to meet their needs.

You need to have a sound knowledge and understanding of safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and follow procedures when required and be able to maintain appropriate records and management information. Please note, the job is Grade I, so please ensure that you meet the requirements for the grade I elements of the job description.Professional qualifications are desirable, not essential for the Grade I role.

In return, we can offer you a comprehensive benefits package including flexible working, a local government pension scheme, family friendly leave, salary sacrifice, learning and development packages and employee discount benefits.

For further discussion, please contact Kate Barraclough on 01609534910 / 07976111182 or kate.barraclough@northyorks.gov.uk

Key Dates:

Closing Date: 30^th March 2025

Interview Date: TBC

Venue for Interview Children and Families Hub, Manor Road, Knaresborough, HG5 0BN

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