3 months contract with a Local Authority
Job Summary
* An experienced Youth Justice Officer is required to join a local authority youth justice team on a temporary basis to cover maternity/paternity leave.
* The successful candidate will hold full case management responsibilities, working with young people across the borough to reduce offending and reoffending.
* Applicants from a range of professional backgrounds will be considered, including qualified social workers, probation officers, and youth workers with relevant youth justice experienceियल.
Key Duties/Accountabilities
* Carry out full case management for young people involved with the youth justice service.
* Undertake assessments using ASSET+ and the Centre for Prevention and Diversion Assessment Tool (PDAT).
* Develop and implement tailored intervention plans to address offending behaviour.
* Prepare high‑quality reports for court, including Pre‑Sentence Reports and Referral Order Reports.
* Attend and represent the service in Youth Court and contribute to court processes as required.
* Participate in duty rotas and respond to urgent or unscheduled work.
* Contribute to Referral Order Panels and Joint Decision‑Making Panels, involving multi‑agency collaboration.
* Deliver structured interventions and support in line with statutory requirements and best practice.
* Build constructive relationships with young people and families to support positive outcomes.
* Liaise with internal teams, external agencies and community organisations.
Skills/Experience
* Experience working in a youth justice or youth offending service.
* Familiarity with ASSET+, PDAT and case management systems.
* Strong understanding of youth justice processes, court protocols and diversionary work.
* Proven ability to produce high‑quality written reports for courts and panels.
* Confidence in multi‑agency working and engaging with children and young people.
* Excellent communication, negotiation and advocacy skills.
* Ability to manage time effectively and handle a complex caseload under pressure.
Additional Information
* Criminology or relevant degree.
* Hours: 37 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 09:00‑17:30).
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