Staffordshire County Council, Staffordshire Youth Justice Service (SYJS) is looking to recruit a SYOS Practitioner based in the South Hub in the Lichfield office. The South Hub covers Stafford, Cannock, South Staffs, Lichfield, Tamworth, and Burton.
This role supports children aged 10-18 who have been referred by Police/other agencies due to potential criminal behaviour, considered for Out of Court resolutions, or have been through the Court system with community orders or custodial sentences.
Full time (37 hours) permanent role.
Responsibilities
* Support and manage children subject to out of court disposal and community based sentences.
* Form positive working relationships with complex and often neurodiverse children.
* Act as duty officer and appropriate adult in line with service requirements, providing cover at local police stations and secure estates.
* Complete, maintain and review appropriate records on SYJS recording systems.
* Complete high quality and timely assessments (Asset Plus and PDAT) and write reports for Referral Order panel and community option Court reports.
* Engage in regular supervision/discussion with the Senior Practitioner (South Hub).
* Contribute to the development of Child First and trauma‑informed practice.
Ideal Candidate
* Experience working with children and families and ability to develop positive working relationships.
* Knowledge and understanding of legislation applicable to the Youth Justice sector.
* Understanding of the effect of trauma in childhood and its impact on child development.
* Proven track record of using assessment, planning and review processes to meet the needs of children, families and public protection.
* Ability to write and maintain accurate records and analytical assessments.
* Flexible approach, seeing children in various settings including home visits; willingness for evening and occasional weekend work.
* Capacity to plan diary effectively across Lichfield office base, South Hub locations and home as appropriate.
* Support children who have had difficult experiences, requiring understanding and motivation to achieve capabilities.
You do not need to hold a professional qualification, but a willingness to work towards Youth Justice Qualifications and ongoing professional development is a must.
We are an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer, encouraging applications from all backgrounds and communities. A guaranteed interview is offered to applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the post. A criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service will be required.
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