202504: Youth Justice Worker - HMYOI Wetherby
Join to apply for the 202504: Youth Justice Worker - HMYOI Wetherby role at HM Prison and Probation Service.
Location: Wetherby, Yorkshire and the Humber, LS22 5ED
Salary: £32,448 - £36,541
Region: North East
Vacancy Type: Merit
Role Overview
The Youth Custody Service is transforming its workforce, and we invite you to be part of this journey. The youth justice worker role is similar to that of a prison officer but specifically focused on supporting children and young people in custody. This role is vital in reshaping how young people are cared for in custodial environments.
Responsibilities include supporting and guiding young people, ensuring their safety, and providing day-to-day support within a custodial setting. You will receive comprehensive training to understand the backgrounds and individual circumstances of young people, and how your responses can help them build better futures.
Essential Skills and Qualifications
* No formal qualifications required; personal qualities matter most.
* Strong communication and influencing skills.
* Commitment to high standards of care and service.
* Effective decision-making abilities.
* Empathy and understanding.
Additional requirements include a DBS check, ability to pass a medical and fitness assessment, and standard eyesight and hearing standards. It is also important to consider transport options given the location of the role.
Eligibility and Requirements
* Must be at least 18 years old.
* Meet Civil Service nationality requirements.
* Able to pass medical, fitness, eyesight, and hearing tests.
* Tattoos should not be offensive or intimidating.
For more information on nationality requirements, visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/nationality-rules
Working Conditions and Benefits
Prisons operate 24/7, and shift patterns include evenings, nights, weekends, and public holidays. The initial training is 37 hours per week, with subsequent hours flexible up to 41 hours. Salary varies accordingly, and benefits include 25 days’ annual leave (rising to 30), public holiday pay, a Civil Service pension, cycle schemes, and travel loans.
Application Process
Applicants will undergo online tests, an online assessment centre, a medical and fitness check, and a security clearance. Successful candidates are added to a merit list for 12 months, with opportunities for career progression, including a Level 4 qualification and specialist roles.
Additional Information
For assistance, contact: Moj-recruitment-vetting-enquiries@gov.sscl.com or call 0345 241 5358. The closing date for applications is 14th May 2025.
Further details and the full job description are available at: https://justicejobs.tal.net/vx/candidate/cms/About%20the%20MOJ
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