Personal Advisor Children with Disabilities Team
| Posting date: | 10 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £16.08 to £21.05 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | Pay Rate: £16.08 PAYE / £21.05 Umbrella |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 20 March 2026 |
| Location: | Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taff |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Neway International Ltd |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 1707055 |
Summary
Neway International are seeking a PA – Personal Advisor 11+ (children with disabilities) to join our client based with Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council.
Location: Ty Catrin
Hours: 37 per week
Start Date: 30/03/2026
Pay Rate: £16.08 PAYE / £21.05 Umbrella
About the Client
Rhondda Cynon Taf CBC’s Disabled Children with Complex Needs Service supports young people aged 16+ as they prepare for independence and transition from care. The 11+ Team provides tailored advice, pathway planning, and ongoing support to ensure young people are safe, included, and equipped for adulthood.
The Role
The Personal Advisor will work alongside Social Workers to support disabled young people with complex needs as they approach and move beyond their 16th birthday. You will provide direct support, coordinate pathway plans, promote independence, and ensure young people have access to suitable accommodation, education, training, and community opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
Acting as Personal Advisor for young people aged 16+ preparing to leave care
Supporting the development, review, and delivery of pathway plans
Assessing needs relating to health, education, training, and finances
Providing direct support to young people living independently
Coordinating access to accommodation, education, and employment opportunities
Managing financial assessments and arranging payments in line with 16+ policies
Delivering individual and group sessions to build life skills and reduce isolation
Maintaining regular contact and clear expectations around support
Working collaboratively with families, accommodation providers, and partner agencies
Ensuring accurate, timely case recording and adherence to safeguarding procedures
Candidate Requirements
Experience working directly with young people
Knowledge of adolescent development and safeguarding
Ability to assess needs and contribute to care and pathway planning
Strong communication, organisation, and record‑keeping skills
Experience working with multi‑agency partners
Understanding of equal opportunities and anti‑oppressive practice
Ability to travel independently across RCT
Enhanced DBS required
Flexibility to work outside standard office hours when needed
Location: Ty Catrin
Hours: 37 per week
Start Date: 30/03/2026
Pay Rate: £16.08 PAYE / £21.05 Umbrella
About the Client
Rhondda Cynon Taf CBC’s Disabled Children with Complex Needs Service supports young people aged 16+ as they prepare for independence and transition from care. The 11+ Team provides tailored advice, pathway planning, and ongoing support to ensure young people are safe, included, and equipped for adulthood.
The Role
The Personal Advisor will work alongside Social Workers to support disabled young people with complex needs as they approach and move beyond their 16th birthday. You will provide direct support, coordinate pathway plans, promote independence, and ensure young people have access to suitable accommodation, education, training, and community opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
Acting as Personal Advisor for young people aged 16+ preparing to leave care
Supporting the development, review, and delivery of pathway plans
Assessing needs relating to health, education, training, and finances
Providing direct support to young people living independently
Coordinating access to accommodation, education, and employment opportunities
Managing financial assessments and arranging payments in line with 16+ policies
Delivering individual and group sessions to build life skills and reduce isolation
Maintaining regular contact and clear expectations around support
Working collaboratively with families, accommodation providers, and partner agencies
Ensuring accurate, timely case recording and adherence to safeguarding procedures
Candidate Requirements
Experience working directly with young people
Knowledge of adolescent development and safeguarding
Ability to assess needs and contribute to care and pathway planning
Strong communication, organisation, and record‑keeping skills
Experience working with multi‑agency partners
Understanding of equal opportunities and anti‑oppressive practice
Ability to travel independently across RCT
Enhanced DBS required
Flexibility to work outside standard office hours when needed