Youth justice support worker

Youth Justice Support Worker - Youth Justice Service Children’s Services Solihull Youth Justice Service is a multi-agency partnership committed to preventing and reducing youth crime and anti-social behaviour across the borough. We are passionate about improving outcomes for young people and victims of crime. Within this role, you will be responsible for delivering preventative services to children and young people and their families who exhibit early risk factors of involvement in youth crime in order to improve their life chances and reduce the risk of offending. You will also contribute to the reduction of youth crime through the delivery of interventions and supervision of young people referred to the Youth Justice Service through preventative and statutory programmes. To be considered for this opportunity you will need either a relevant Level 4 qualification (or equivalent) or the ability to demonstrate substantial experience and knowledge gained in a similar role. You will also have: Experience of working with vulnerable and complex children, young people and their families to reduce the risk of exclusion Experience of effectively engaging with challenging children and young people and overcoming barriers to engagement Experience of providing support to young people and colleagues in relation to a range of sensitive and complex issues Experience of assessing children in need using standard assessment tools, Experience of delivering programmes and projects including group work An understanding of effective practice and strategies of working with children and young people demonstrating key risk factors through proven early intervention prevention and prevention work. In return we offer the opportunity to work in a motivational and supportive environment where your contribution will be really valued and your personal development actively supported. We also offer: Flexible working and agile working arrangements Access to our Employee Assistance Programme – a 24 hour independent, free and confidential advice and support service Family and carer friendly policies Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme Employee benefits including staff discounts, subsidised travel passes and Cycle 2 Work Scheme The closing date for applications is 19 April 2026 Interviews will be held on 28 April 2026 If you would like a discussion regarding this post, please contact: Ellen Price- Team Lead Youth Justice - Ellen.price@solihull.gov.uk This post will require an Enhanced DBS check for regulated activity for working with Children. This is an essential car user post as the demands of the job make it operationally essential and there is a contractual requirement to make a suitable vehicle available to ensure the requirements of the job can be carried out effectively. Applicants must be able to drive, have a driving licence and be a car owner/have access to a suitable vehicle, however for disabled applicants, reasonable adjustments will be made where required. Please note we do not accept CVs. The Fluency Duty is outlined in the Code of Practice on the English language requirements for public sector workers. The Fluency Duty for this role is Required. Solihull Council is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. Solihull Council has a responsibility for, and a commitment to, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and requires all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Attached documents JDPS - YJS Support Worker.docx