Youth Custody Advocate: Support & Transform Futures

Ministry of Justice; Linton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ministry of Justice's Youth Custody Service is recruiting a Youth Justice Worker to support children and young people in custody. You will be responsible for ensuring safety, supervising daily activities, and applying safeguarding policies in a custodial setting.

Successful candidates will undergo comprehensive training, a 12-month probation, and opportunities to pursue a Level 4 qualification focused on working with young people in custody, with ongoing supervision and career progression.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates ability to communicate and influence in complex environments.
• Able to manage a quality service and standards.
• Makes effective decisions under pressure.
• Cares about vulnerable children and families.

Responsibilities

• Show a passion for supporting children, young people, and families
• Identify and assess complex needs of children and young people
• Collaborate with families or carers to agree interventions
• Handle interventions including de-escalation and conflict resolution
• Work with other professionals to improve outcomes
• Exercise sound judgment using evidence-based practice and reflect on practice

Skills

Passion for children

De-escalation

Conflict resolution

Interventions

Job description

The Ministry of Justice's Youth Custody Service is recruiting a Youth Justice Worker to support children and young people in custody. You will be responsible for ensuring safety, supervising daily activities, and applying safeguarding policies in a custodial setting.

Successful candidates will undergo comprehensive training, a 12-month probation, and opportunities to pursue a Level 4 qualification focused on working with young people in custody, with ongoing supervision and career progression.