Service Manager Youth Justice Initial 5 month interim contract East Midlands, full-time (Hyrbid working) £400 per day (umbrella) – scope of negotiation Inside IR35 An exciting new interim opportunity has arisen within a Local Authority for an experienced Service Manager in Youth Justice whilst the team looks to appoint to a substantive post holder. My client is looking for an experienced leader with expertise in Youth and Youth Justice services taking a key lead in the operational responsibilities and embedding changes following the social care reforms. My client will be holding MS Teams interviews within the coming weeks to start ASAP About your duties as the Service Manager Youth Justice Operational and strategic oversight of the Youth Justice service including direct line management of Team Managers and their respective teams You will work closely with commissioning and operational services to identify and develop new initiatives targeting reduction of repeat offenders and community youth services You will be pivotal in ensure the service is inspection ready and aligned with the recent changes from social care reforms. Your experience needed as the Service Manager Youth Justice Previous leadership of Youth Justice services at a Service Manager or above Proven track record in service delivery, partnership engagement and service improvement in an Youth Justice setting. Must be able to demonstrable a clear understanding of what Good looks like, how to bring services forward Must hold a valid enhanced DBS or be able to undertake a new one Available references for most recent 5 year's roles If you’re interested in discussing this opportunity in more detail or know someone who this may be of interest to, please contact Sarah Macrae/Leah Overend on 0117 3137110 or apply today. (We offer a senior referral scheme upon successful placement of your recommendation so please do get in contact) Our clients are passionate about creating and evolving a diverse workforce and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant. Recruiting decisions are based on your experience and skills. Any reasonable adjustments in the workplace will be fully supported during the application and hiring process.