Advanced Youth Justice Officer

London Borough of Redbridge; Ilford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

London Borough of Redbridge is seeking an experienced Youth Justice Officer to join the Barkingside team. You will apply Asset Plus and Prevention & Diversion assessments, and build trusting relationships with children, young people and families to support positive outcomes and lasting change.

The role requires outstanding written reports, knowledge of Contextual Safeguarding, Desistance Theory and Trauma-Informed Practice, plus solid court processes and case management.

Qualifications

• Excellent written reporting and assessment skills are essential.
• Strong knowledge of Contextual Safeguarding and Trauma-Informed Practice is required.
• Understanding of court processes and case management standards is needed.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-agency team.
• Willingness to work some evenings and weekends as required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement targeted intervention plans using Asset Plus and Prevention & Diversion approaches.
• Build trusting, supportive relationships with children, young people and families to support positive outcomes.
• Contribute to safer outcomes by working with partner agencies and professionals.

Skills

Communication skills

Report writing

Assessment

Contextual Safeguarding

Desistance Theory

Trauma-Informed Practice

Court processes

Case management

Organisational skills

Independent & collaborative work

Flexibility (evenings/weekends)

Job description

Permanent - Full time

Location: Station Road, Barkingside IG6 1NB

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Youth Justice Officer to join the Redbridge team. In this role, you will not only demonstrate sound knowledge of Asset Plus and Prevention & Diversion assessments but also bring a strong commitmentto relational work—building trusting, meaningful relationships with children, young people and their families to support positive outcomes and lasting change. You will play a key role in developing and implementing effective solutions to youth crime, including working with children living away from home; providing courts robust alternatives to custody, where possible; children & young people leaving custody, serious youth violence and children who have contextual safeguarding concerns.

To thrive in this position, you will need:

• Outstanding communication and assessment and report writing abilities, enabling you to design and implement targeted, bespoke intervention plans using the most appropriate resources, with a relational approach at their core.
• A working knowledge of research and best practice relating to Contextual Safeguarding, Desistance Theory, Trauma-Informed Practice, and the drivers of disproportionality within youth justice.
• Solid understanding of court processes and case management, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records in line with both national and local standards.
• Excellent organisational skills to manage complex and challenging work, meeting tight deadlines effectively.
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a dynamic multi-agency team.
• A flexible approach, with the willingness to undertake some evening and weekend work as required.

At Redbridge, we are passionate about supporting our staff to develop professionally. We offer regular supervision with line managers, a range of professional development opportunities, and a supportive environment in which to grow your skills and advance your career.

We would love to hear from you.

Redbridge is committed to making safer recruitment decisions and to preventing unsuitable people from working with vulnerable groups, including children. As such some posts may be subject to a check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. References may also be taken up prior to interview.

Embracing diversity and promoting equalities for all.

All short-listed applicants will need to demonstrate proof of right to work in the UK.

We are committed to employment practices that promote diversity and inclusion in employment and welcome applications from qualified applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sex, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, colour, race, religion, or belief.