Job Description
Aspiring Youth Offending Officer position available in the Education and Training Sector!
Start your career making a real difference!
Location: Bedford
Salary: £460 - £500 per week
Sector: Criminal Justice / Youth Offending, Education & Training
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: Immediate or September 2025
Are you a criminology graduate ready to kickstart your career in youth justice within the education and training sector? Do you want to support young people facing challenges and help reduce reoffending? If so, this exciting opportunity as an Aspiring Youth Offending Officer in Bedford could be the perfect fit.
About the Role:
As an Aspiring Youth Offending Officer in Bedford you'll work directly with young people displaying challenging behaviours, supporting them through tailored intervention plans designed to promote positive change and reduce risks. Your role will involve one-on-one sessions, group work, and collaborating with professionals like probation officers and social workers to provide well-rounded support.
The Ideal Aspiring Youth Offending Officer:
* Support young people to overcome challenges and lower their risk of reoffending
* Help create and implement personalised behaviour and rehabilitation plans
* Build trust and rapport through individual and group engagement
* Assist young people in developing social skills and making positive life choices
* Work closely with a multidisciplinary team to ensure holistic care
What We're Looking For:
* A criminology graduate passionate about youth justice and supporting young people
* Experience in related roles is a plus but not required - full training provided
* A patient, empathetic, and calm approach to working with vulnerable youths
* Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships
* A motivated self-starter eager to make a lasting impact
* Ability to commute to Bedford
Why Join Us?
* Make a meaningful difference in the lives of at-risk young people in the education and training sector
* Access comprehensive training and ongoing professional development
* Join a supportive, collaborative team where your contributions matter
* Enjoy clear pathways for career progression within the youth justice sector
If you're ready to launch your career in youth justice to help shape brighter futures within the education sector in Bedford, apply now to become an Aspiring Youth Offending Officer!