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Personal Advisor

Employer
Slough Children's Services Trust
Location
Slough, Berkshire
Salary
£28,831-£32,955
Closing date
23 Jul 2019

At Slough Children’s Services Trust we offer exceptional support, flexible working and a chance to do things differently. We are proud to have created a place where social work can flourish. Our young people are looking for social workers who are down-to-earth, honest, approachable and who can be themselves. If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you.

As a personal advisors you will manage and monitor a workload of cases (of eligible, relevant, former relevant and qualifying care leavers), and organise work activities while taking into account the need to prioritise tasks and responsibilities. You will help ensure that children looked after and care leavers are at the heart of the service, are treated courteously and fairly, and are consulted on all aspects of their service provision.

For this role you will need a qualification in children/care work e.g. CQSW, NNEB, NVQ Level 3 in child or social care or youth work. you will need experience of direct work with young people and their families, an ability to work with challenging and resistant service users and a record of building sustained relationships with young people and families.

If you’re looking for a new challenge and want to be part of an exciting journey to turn children’s services around in Slough then come and join us. In return, we can offer you:

  • Manageable caseloads
  • Training and development opportunities
  • Clear career pathways
  • Agile working supported by technology
  • Flexible working policies
  • Friendly working environment and great colleagues.

Slough is one of the most diverse places in the country outside of London and a great place to live or work. In fact it's the best place to live or work according to a survey by Glassdoor. Pleasant environments, above average salaries and a lower cost of living, mean an increased quality of life for employees. We're also one of the most accessible places to be, nestled on the corner of the M25, M4 and M40, and less than 20 minutes by train to Central London.

Slough Children's Services Trust works within the statutory guidance, Working Together to Safeguard Children 2018. Further information on how we adhere to this can be found on our website and in each candidate information pack.

If you would like to apply for this post, please use the online application form to submit your CV and apply online at www.scstrust.co.uk/application/

Good luck!

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