Location: 2 posts (both 22.2 hours), one to cover Barrow and South Lakeland, the other Eden and South Lakeland.
Contract Type: Fixed term until March 31 st 2029
About this opportunity
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Youth Justice low risk case manager to join Westmorland and Furness Youth Justice and Prevention Service.
We are seeking an experienced and motivated practitioner to join our Youth Justice Service to deliver the Turnaround Programme, a nationally funded early‑intervention initiative aimed at preventing children and young people from entering the youth justice system.
The postholder will work directly with children aged 10–17 who are at risk of offending, providing timely, strengths‑based interventions that address underlying needs and reduce escalation into formal justice pathways. The role will involve close partnership working with police, Family Help services, neighbourhood policing teams, and wider partners.
About you
* An experienced practitioner with a background in youth justice, early help, youth work, or a related field.
* Strong assessment, planning, and direct‑work skills with children and families.
* Experience of multi‑agency working and managing complex risk.
* A clear understanding of early intervention, prevention, and diversion within the youth justice framework.
* The ability to work autonomously while contributing positively to a team environment.
* Relevant qualifications and CPD, educated to NVQ Level 3 / A‑Level / HNC / HND (or equivalent), with evidence of ongoing professional development.
* Experience in Youth Justice or a related field, including delivering evidence‑based, needs‑led interventions that improve outcomes for children and young people.
* Strong track record of engaging vulnerable children, young people, and families, with a clear understanding of barriers to engagement and how to overcome them.
* Excellent partnership and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in multi‑agency settings, manage workload to agreed standards, and demonstrate a proactive, positive approach to change.
What do we do?
* We work early with children and families to prevent offending and reduce escalation into the youth justice system.
* We deliver timely, needs‑led and evidence‑based interventions that address the underlying causes of behaviour, including ASB.
* We use assessment‑informed, strengths‑based approaches to support children to make positive and sustainable changes.
* We work closely with police, Family Help, education, health, and community partners to provide coordinated, multi‑agency support.
* We prioritise diversion from formal justice processes, promoting accountability, restoration, and improved outcomes for children, families, and communities.
What can we offer you!
Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and other various perks and discounts schemes.
Would you like to find out more?
For further information about this role, such as responsibilities and essential criteria please view our careers site.
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