Job Title: Advanced Youth Offending Service Officer – Social Care Qualified
Location: Ilford
Pay: £24.00-£30.90 per hour
Hours: Full-time
Duration: 5 month contract with the possibility to be extended
About the Role:
Are you passionate about supporting children and young people to lead crime-free lives? We’re looking for a dedicated Advanced Youth Offending Service Officer to join our team. This role involves managing a caseload of youth justice cases, delivering effective interventions, and working collaboratively to achieve positive outcomes for children and young people.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage a caseload of youth justice cases, including out-of-court disposals and statutory court orders, adhering to National Standards and the HMIP Inspection Framework.
- Provide support and interventions using the Child First, Offender Second approach to help children and young people complete their orders and live crime-free lives.
- Use AssetPlus as an assessment and planning tool, with a focus on trauma-informed practice, desistance factors, and building foundations for positive change.
- Collaborate with children, young people, families, and partner agencies to deliver effective, evidence-based interventions that reduce offending and re-offending risks.
- Prepare high-quality Pre-Sentence Reports, Stand-Down Reports for Court, and Panel Reports for Referral Order Panels or other forums.
- Represent the Youth Justice Team at court hearings and effectively present case information.
- Deliver interventions that ensure the safety of children and young people while protecting others.
- Promote equality, diversity, and anti-discriminatory practices throughout all areas of work.
- Requirements
- Qualifications: Degree or equivalent qualification in Social Work, with active Social Work England registration.
- Experience: Proven experience in youth justice or a related field, with a solid understanding of trauma-informed practice and case management.
- Knowledge: In-depth understanding of the National Standards, HMIP Inspection Framework, and the principles of effective youth justice practice.
- Enhance DBS on the update service
- Driver with access to a car
- 3 years referencing
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional development and training in trauma-informed and evidence-based practices.
- Supportive team environment committed to achieving the best outcomes for children and young people.
How to Apply:
Please submit your up y to date CV to this vacancy.