Youth Justice Officer
Location: Sandmartin House, Bittern Way, Fletton Quays, PE2 8TY
Pay Rate: £20 - 23 per hour (Umbrella)
Contract: Agency / Ongoing
Working Pattern: 3 days office-based / 2 days hybrid
We are currently recruiting a Youth Justice Officer to join a busy Youth Justice Service, working directly with children who are in, or at risk of entering, the youth justice system. This is a rewarding frontline role focused on prevention, engagement and positive outcomes for children and families.
The Role
You will manage a caseload of children, delivering assessments and targeted interventions in line with Child-First principles and National Standards. The role involves direct work with children and families, multi-agency collaboration, court work and enforcement where required.
Key Responsibilities
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Manage a caseload of children involved in, or at risk of entering, the youth justice system
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Complete assessments of risk, safety, needs and strengths
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Develop SMART intervention plans with children, families and partner agencies
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Deliver 1:1 and family-based interventions in homes, schools, community and office settings
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Supervise children in line with National Standards and monitor compliance
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Take enforcement action where required due to non-compliance or increased risk
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Attend Youth Court, support children and prepare written and verbal reports
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Manage out-of-court disposals, complete triage and deliver diversion interventions
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Work collaboratively with police, children’s social care, health, education and other partners
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Participate in safeguarding processes and multi-agency risk management
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Support restorative justice approaches and ensure victims’ voices are heard
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Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records using ChildView
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Work in line with all YJS policies, procedures and legislation
Essential Requirements
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Experience working with children or young people within youth justice, safeguarding or related services
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Strong assessment, planning and intervention skills
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Knowledge of Child-First principles, National Standards and youth justice legislation
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Experience working with multi-agency partners
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Confident managing risk, compliance and enforcement action
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Excellent communication and report-writing skills
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Ability to work flexibly across office, community and family settings
Working Arrangements
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3 days office-based, 2 days hybrid working
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Office base: Sandmartin House, Fletton Quays