Youth Justice Case Manager

Service Care Solutions Ltd; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A social services recruitment agency is seeking a Youth Justice Case Manager for a full-time position in Bootle. The role involves working with children and young people at risk of offending, developing and implementing support plans, and maintaining strong relationships with multi-agency partners. Essential qualifications include relevant professional certification and experience in youth work. The position offers competitive pay and requires an enhanced DBS check.

Qualifications

• Professional qualification in Youth Work, Social Work, or equivalent.
• Experience working with at-risk children and youth.
• Knowledge of child development and youth offending legislation.

Responsibilities

• Work with children and families to promote positive outcomes.
• Deliver interventions that support personal development.
• Manage case loads according to statutory guidelines.

Skills

Experience with children and young people

Excellent communication skills

Understanding of safeguarding

Ability to assess risk

Strong commitment to equality and diversity

Experience in multi-agency working

Education

Relevant professional qualification (e.g., Youth Work, Social Work)

Job description

Youth Justice Case Manager

Location:Bootle Area
Contract Type:Full-time, until 13th February 2026 at minimum (Long-term sickness cover
Pay: £20.88 PAYE / £27.35 LTD(Inside IR35 – via PAYE or Umbrella)

About the Role
Service Care Solutions is supporting in the recruitment of an experiencedYouth Justice Case Manager for a Youth Justice Service.
This is afull time position, based inBootle.You must be local to Bootle as no travel or accommodation expenses are offered.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with children and young people who are at risk of or involved in offending behaviour.
  
  
• Deliver interventions and support plans that promote desistance, personal development, and positive lifestyle changes.
  
  
• Carry out assessments using approved tools to inform risk management and intervention planning.
  
  
• Develop and maintain strong, respectful relationships with children, their families, and multi-agency partners.
  
  
• Safeguard children by identifying risks and vulnerabilities, and taking appropriate action in line with statutory guidance.
  
  
• Ensure that all work is child-centred and responsive to individual needs, including diversity, disability, and trauma.
  
  
• Manage caseloads in accordance with statutory requirements and national standards.
  
  
• Prepare reports for court and other statutory meetings, presenting clear, balanced information and recommendations.
  
  
• Participate in multi-agency panels and contribute to strategic planning and partnership working.
  
  
• Uphold the values and reputation of Sefton Council and the Youth Justice Service in all areas of practice.
  
  

Person Specification Essential Criteria:

• Relevant professional qualification (e.g. Youth Work, Social Work, Probation, Criminology, or equivalent experience)
  
  
• Experience of working with children and young people, particularly those at risk of offending or social exclusion
  
  
• Understanding of child development, trauma, safeguarding, and youth offending legislation
  
  
• Ability to assess risk, plan interventions, and manage complex situations with care and professionalism
  
  
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  
  
• Strong commitment to equality, diversity, and anti-discriminatory practice
  
  
• Ability to work flexibly across a range of settings, including outreach, schools, courts, and family homes
  
  
• Experience of multi-agency working and partnership collaboration
  
  

Desirable Criteria:

• Knowledge of local services in Bootle or surrounding areas
  
  
• Experience working with restorative justice or trauma-informed approaches
  
  
• Driving licence and access to a vehicle
  
  

Additional Information:

• Enhanced DBS check required
  
  
• Occasional evening or weekend work may be required
  
  
• Commitment to ongoing training and development
  
  

Apply Now Service Care Solutions is proud to assist in this recruitment campaign. If you meet the above criteria and would like to be considered, please apply now or reach out directly to discuss the role in more detail.


Harry Greenhalgh
Specialist Recruiter – Youth Justice
Service Care Solutions
[e-mail]
01772 208962