Local Authority Youth Justice Officer, West London.

Pertemps; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated Youth Justice Officer in West London. You will support young people involved in or at risk of offending, managing a caseload while collaborating with various stakeholders. Key responsibilities include writing court reports, assessments, and contributing to multi-agency plans. This is a contract role offering a competitive pay rate of £28.92 per hour. Contact for more information on this rewarding position.

Benefits

Dedicated consultant

Easy registration process

Referral schemes and incentives

Ongoing compliance management

Reliable payroll

Qualifications

• Experience as a Youth Justice Officer.
• Ability to write comprehensive reports for court.
• Knowledge of Asset+ assessments and statutory orders.

Responsibilities

• Support young people involved in or at risk of offending.
• Manage a varied caseload including statutory orders.
• Contribute to multi-agency plans.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Resilience

Ability to work collaboratively

Commitment to safeguarding

Job description

Local Authority Youth Justice Officer, West London.

Pay rate £28.92 per hour

Contract role – Youth Justice

Pertemps are recruiting for an experienced Youth Justice Officer in West London.

Role information:

• As a Youth Justice Officer, you will play a vital role in supporting young people involved in or at risk of offending. You will work collaboratively with families, schools, and partner agencies to deliver tailored interventions that promote positive change and reduce reoffending.
• Key responsibilities include writing comprehensive reports for court, completing Asset+ assessments, and undertaking Prevention and Diversion assessments to inform effective planning. This role requires excellent communication skills, resilience, and a commitment to safeguarding and empowering young people to achieve their potential.
• You will manage a varied caseload including statutory orders and children subject to OOCDs, contributing to multi‑agency plans that address complex needs and risks.

Please get in touch for more information.

This is an agency post and Pertemps can offer you:

• A Dedicated consultant who has access to all roles across the UK and is available for you to speak to.
• An easy registration process (all done online).
• Referral schemes and incentives.
• Ongoing compliance managed for you.
• Prompt and reliable payroll and lots more.

Please contact Graham Leatham on 07484 513909 or email [e-mail] for more information.

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