22nd April, 2026 Tempting Recruitment are working alongside our client, a Local Authority, who are looking to recruit an experienced Youth Engagement Officer to join their team based in London JOB DETAILS PAY RATE: £32 per hour WORK TYPE: Temporary WORK PATTERN: Full Time LOCATION: London JOB SUMMARY Youth Engagement Officer to join Youth Justice Service on a project basis. This role is central to supporting children and young people who are assessed as high risk and subject to statutory youth justice interventions. You will work closely with Youth Justice Service practitioners to deliver intensive, structured interventions aimed at reducing reoffending, improving wellbeing, and promoting positive outcomes for young people and their families. JOB DESCRIPTION The duties and responsibilities of the role will include: Lead the planning and delivery of one-to-one intensive support for children and young people meeting Intensive Supervision and Surveillance (ISS) criteria. Work collaboratively with Youth Justice Service Case Managers to design, deliver, and review weekly ISS timetables. Deliver targeted interventions on both a one-to-one and group basis to support desistance from offending, safety, and wellbeing. Develop, organise, and supervise community reparation placements, ensuring attendance, compliance, and accurate record-keeping. Monitor engagement and support enforcement processes in line with Youth Justice Service breach procedures, including court processes where required. Lead the planning, facilitation, and evaluation of the Youth Justice Service Youth Forum. Maintain accurate, timely case records and contribute to multi-agency working. THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE The successful candidate will have the following skills and competencies: Proven experience engaging vulnerable children and young people, particularly within youth justice or statutory services. Strong ability to build trust and maintain professional relationships with young people and families. Experience delivering structured interventions and group work. Knowledge of ISS frameworks, youth justice processes, and safeguarding requirements. Excellent organisational, communication, and record-keeping skills. Willingness to work flexibly, including evenings and occasional Sundays. Please be advised that only candidates that have the specific skills and experiences required for this role will be shortlisted and submitted to our client for review. HOW TO APPLY Hit the APPLY button or contact Ellie Hibbard at Tempting Recruitment NOW on 01322 950507.