Social Worker - Leaving Care Team

Are you passionate about improving outcomes for young people, skilled in trauma‑informed and strengths‑based practice, and confident supporting adolescents through what can be a challenging and transformative stage of life?We’re seeking an exceptional Social Worker to join our Leaving Care Team - professionals who are committed to supporting care‑experienced young people aged 16–18 as they begin their journey toward independence.As a Social Worker in our team, you will provide skilled, relationship-based support to help young people prepare for adulthood, whilst ensuring their safety, wellbeing, and access to the services they need, like suitable accommodation, education, employment, and training opportunities. You will take the lead in developing and reviewing high‑quality Pathway Plans underpinned by thorough assessments, clear goals and shaped around each young person’s aspirations, needs, strengths, and independence goal.A core part of this role is undertaking robust risk assessment and risk management, recognising and responding to the vulnerabilities that can emerge during adolescence and the transition to adulthood. You will work alongside young people and partner agencies to identify risks, build protective factors, promote resilience, and ensure young people are supported through key life transitions.You will also utilise contextual safeguarding principles, considering the influence of peer groups, communities, education settings, online spaces, and wider networks on a young person's safety and wellbeing. Using professional curiosity and evidence-informed practice, you will assess emerging risks, respond to changing circumstances, and make confident decisions that balance empowerment, independence, and safety.You will work collaboratively with schools, colleges, health professionals, housing services, and other agencies to create a consistent and joined-up approach that supports the young person holistically. The role is varied and dynamic, requiring you to use your professional judgement to assess and manage risk, respond to emerging needs, and advocate for young people as they navigate key transitions. You will be a consistent presence in their lives, meeting them where they are and building trusting, supportive, and stable relationships. You will offer encouragement and help them develop the practical, emotional, and social skills they need for a successful transition to adulthood.If you have the skills, resilience, and dedication to support 16–18-year-olds as they take these important steps toward independence, we invite you to apply for this rewarding and impactful opportunity. The role can be based at Scott House in Huntingdon or Noble House in Ely. For more information or to chat about this opportunity please contact Leaving Care Team Managers, Benita Scott, on 074833 13685 or at [email protected] or Isabella Stecka, on 07795 307575 or at [email protected] date 4 October 2026. Interviews will be held in person the week commencing 12 October 2026. There will be a written assessment as well as a panel interview. Appointment to this post will be subject to the outcome of an Enhanced Disclosure obtained through the Disclosure and Barring Service. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.