Youth Justice Custody Officer - Safeguarding

Ministry of Justice; City Of London; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A government authority in the UK is seeking a Youth Justice Worker to support and care for children and young people in custody. This vital role involves overseeing safety, facilitating movement, and providing support to youth in custody. Candidates must pass a medical and fitness assessment and meet specific eyesight and hearing standards. The role requires a commitment to physical activity and ensuring a safe environment. Competitive salaries and various work hours are offered, alongside significant benefits.

Benefits

25 days' annual holiday

Civil Service pension with employer contributions

Cycle to work scheme

Travel loans

Qualifications

• Pass a medical and fitness assessment as this is a physically active job.
• Meet the required eyesight standard in both eyes.
• Suitable standard of hearing without the use of hearing aids.
• Tattoos are permitted except if deemed offensive or intimidating.

Responsibilities

• Dealing with the practical side of life for children in custody.
• Overseeing and facilitating safe movement around the site.
• Providing supervision to ensure safety.

Skills

Communicating and influencing

Managing a quality service

Making effective decisions

Caring

Job description

A government authority in the UK is seeking a Youth Justice Worker to support and care for children and young people in custody. This vital role involves overseeing safety, facilitating movement, and providing support to youth in custody. Candidates must pass a medical and fitness assessment and meet specific eyesight and hearing standards. The role requires a commitment to physical activity and ensuring a safe environment. Competitive salaries and various work hours are offered, alongside significant benefits.