Leaving Care Worker

  • Uffington, Stamford, United Kingdom
  • Lincolnshire County Council
  • Full-Time
  • On-Site

Job Description:

Contract to start ASAP

Duration: 8 weeks with a possible extension.

Responsibilities

Caseload Management: Hold responsibility for a defined caseload of care leavers, ensuring timely assessments, planning, and interventions.

Pathway Planning: Develop and review aspirational Pathway Plans covering accommodation, education, employment, health, and financial independence.

Practical Support: Assist with budgeting, bills, tenancy management, shopping, and life-skills training.

Advocacy & Coordination: Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners (housing, education, health, benefits) to secure positive outcomes.

Emotional Support: Provide trauma-informed, relationship-based support to promote resilience and wellbeing.

Safeguarding: Identify and manage risks, ensuring compliance with statutory duties and safeguarding protocols.

Record Keeping: Maintain accurate case notes and reports in line with local authority standards.

Duty Cover: Participate in duty rota to respond to urgent needs and crisis situations.

Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

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