Peterborough, United Kingdom | Posted on 14/10/2026

At Civic Recruitment and Limited, we know that individuals are more than just fixed expenses; they are the cornerstone of every thriving organisation. That’s why we are passionate about transforming recruitment in the public and private sectors.

In the modern job market, organisations in both public and private sectors face significant workforce challenges. Public sector entities, such as local councils and central government departments, often struggle with lengthy recruitment processes, limited access to qualified candidates, and stringent budgetary and regulatory constraints. Private sector businesses, on the other hand, encounter high turnover rates, difficulties managing a mix of permanent and temporary staff, and challenges in sourcing specialised talent for niche industries. These sector-specific obstacles, coupled with the universal complexities of payroll management, create a pressing need for efficient workforce solutions.

Civic Recruitment Limited addresses these challenges with innovative recruitment and payroll solutions tailored for diverse organisational needs. Recognising the critical hurdles organisations face, the company leverages its expertise to streamline processes, reduce recruitment times, and alleviate administrative burdens. With an extensive database of over 1 million pre-screened candidates, Civic Recruitment Limited is well‑positioned to cater to the specific needs of both public and private sectors.

Job Description
9 Months Contract with a local authority
Summary

We are seeking a Leaving Care Worker to be a pivotal point of contact and coordinate support for young people (aged 16-25) leaving care.



You will ensure they safely transition to adulthood, secure education and housing, and achieve positive outcomes in line with their individual plans.

Responsibilities

Coordinate individual plans and resources from multi-agency partners to ensure young people transition to adulthood safely.

Undertake direct work with young people, their peers, and families to achieve strategic outcomes in line with the Children in Care and Care Leavers Strategy.

Support and challenge agencies and families to drive lasting change and improve outcomes for care leavers.

Engage and build meaningful connections with hard-to-reach young people to enhance their life chances.

Support young people to secure education, training, employment, and secure accommodation.

Deliver targeted interventions to young people at elevated risk (e.g., anti-social behaviour, poor mental health, or risk of losing accommodation/employment).

Participate in a team duty service to support young people in crisis, offering immediate needs‑based information, advice, and guidance.

Experience

Experience working directly with young people, care leavers, and their wider support networks.

Experience delivering targeted interventions to vulnerable individuals or those at elevated risk.

Experience creatively engaging hard-to-reach service users to build trust and drive positive life changes.

Qualifications

Driving licence and access to a car.

Social Work England Registration.

Additional Information

Working hours: 37 hours per week.

Enhanced DBS required Children's & Adults' Barred Lists.

This is a hybrid role (Min 2 days in the office, 3 days on visits or home working) based inPeterborough.

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📌 Leaving Care Worker (Ontario)
🏢 Civic Recruitment
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