Job Description
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Sacro’s mission is to deliver life-changing services that empower people, give hope and protection, and help to build safe communities.
Youth Justice Support Worker
Fife Youth Justice Service
Kirkcaldy
37.50 hours per week
Salary: SCP 20 – 22, currently £24,570 - £25,077 per annum.
Fixed term to 30 September 2026 with the possibility of 1 year extension
Sacro provide Restorative Justice and one to one Behavioural change programmes to assist young people to address offending behaviour and, where appropriate, to support young people to make amends to address their behaviour by making amends to the person they have harmed.
We are looking to recruit a highly motivated individual to oversee the day-to-day operations of the Fife Youth Justice service. You will be responsible for working directly with young people as part of an existing Youth Justice team.
You should have experience of working with young people who offend and have knowledge of psychosocial and psychological interventions, Restorative Justice and experience of delivering group work programmes.
You should be able to demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills. The ability to work both as part of a team and independently is essential along with a commitment to Sacro’s value base.
Experience of multi-disciplinary team working would be an advantage.
A valid driving licence is essential for this post. xsngvjr
Membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme (PVG) will be a requirement for this post.
Closing Date: Thursday 29 January 2026
Interview Date: Tuesday 10 February 2026
Sacro values diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community