3 Month Contract With A Local Authority Job Purpose The Youth Justice Service Officer will work within a multi-disciplinary Youth Offending Service to help prevent and reduce offending behaviour among young people. The role involves managing a caseload of young offenders across community and custodial settings, undertaking assessments and interventions, and working collaboratively with partner agencies to support positive outcomes and reduce reoffending. Key Responsibilities Manage a caseload of young people subject to community and custodial sentences. Undertake assessments, intervention planning, reviews, and risk management activities. Work directly with young offenders to support rehabilitation and diversion from offending behaviour. Prepare reports, assessments, and court documentation to required standards. Liaise with courts, partner agencies, and multi-disciplinary professionals to coordinate support plans. Conduct home visits and travel across the county as required by the role. Work collaboratively with specialist colleagues across areas including substance misuse, psychology, accommodation, victims, education, training, and employment. Maintain accurate case records and ensure compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and procedures. Contribute to safeguarding and public protection responsibilities within the service. Requirements Qualification at diploma level or above in a relevant subject such as Social Work, Youth Work, Probation, or equivalent. Experience working with young offenders or within youth justice services. Experience of working with courts, offender management, and partner agencies. Strong skills in risk assessment, report writing, and intervention planning. Ability to manage challenging and sensitive casework effectively. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Full driving licence and willingness to undertake travel across the county for home visits and service delivery. Additional Information Hours per week: 37 hours Payment schedule: Bi-weekly payments Contract duration: Approximately 3 months Location: Hybrid working based in the Cambridge area, with office attendance once per week and county-wide travel required