Youth Justice Case Manager - Flexible, Child-First Impact

ESPO Trading Limited; England; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage 55p per mile

Progression in public sector

DBS paid by employer

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave

Staff wellbeing and counselling

Employee discounts

Good employer reputation (95%)

Job summary

Leicestershire County Council is seeking a Youth Justice Case Manager within the Youth and Justice Service at County Hall. The role focuses on child-centered practice, safeguarding, and delivering flexible, creative interventions for high-risk youth.

We offer a supportive public sector environment with DBS covered, pension scheme, generous leave, and progression opportunities. Closing date 12 November 2026; interview dates soon after.

Qualifications

• Qualification level NVQ3+ and substantial experience with children (11+) and families.
• Strong understanding of complex needs in youth justice, trauma and ACEs.
• Ability to capture the voice of the child and family in assessments and records.
• Know local services to guide families toward appropriate support and referrals.
• Experience with targeted interventions to stabilise situations and improve family functioning.
• Proven ability to build positive relationships with professionals across partners.
• Recognition of changing circumstances/risks and prompt safeguarding actions.

Responsibilities

• Form meaningful relationships with children and be part of their journey toward positive outcomes.
• Deliver child-first approaches and practical, flexible interventions.
• Strengthen engagement, resilience, life skills and pro-social identity.
• Collaborate with professionals to meet identified needs and manage referrals.

Skills

Child engagement

Team collaboration

Case management

Voice of the child

Trauma-informed approach

Safeguarding awareness

Education

NVQ Level 3 or above

Job description

Leicestershire County Council is seeking a Youth Justice Case Manager within the Youth and Justice Service at County Hall. The role focuses on child-centered practice, safeguarding, and delivering flexible, creative interventions for high-risk youth.

We offer a supportive public sector environment with DBS covered, pension scheme, generous leave, and progression opportunities. Closing date 12 November 2026; interview dates soon after.