Youth Justice Admin & Coordination Officer

Portsmouth City Council; Ringford; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Portsmouth Youth Justice Service is seeking a compassionate, highly organised administrator to support a busy team. The role focuses on handling enquiries, maintaining records, and assisting with court documentation and inspections.

Based in the Civic Offices, the post is 2.5 days per week. You will work with families, professionals and the public, delivering a calm and professional service while keeping sensitive information secure and accurate.

Qualifications

• Compassionate, resilient and highly organised individual.
• First point of contact for families, professionals and the public.
• Strong IT skills and ability to manage enquiries to deadlines.
• Experience in Children's Services desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and business support to the Youth Justice Service.
• Manage enquiries and referrals from partner agencies.
• Maintain accurate records on our case management system.
• Prepare court documentation and support performance reporting.
• Take meeting minutes and assist with inspections.
• Support safeguarding and wellbeing of children and young people.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

IT literacy

Tools

Case management system

Job description

Portsmouth Youth Justice Service is seeking a compassionate, highly organised administrator to support a busy team. The role focuses on handling enquiries, maintaining records, and assisting with court documentation and inspections.

Based in the Civic Offices, the post is 2.5 days per week. You will work with families, professionals and the public, delivering a calm and professional service while keeping sensitive information secure and accurate.