Youth Justice Officer

CRA Group Recruitment And Payroll Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the UK is seeking an experienced Youth Justice Officer to join their youth justice team on a temporary basis. This role involves managing cases for young people and working collaboratively to reduce offending. Candidates should possess experience in youth justice services, familiarity with case management systems, and excellent communication skills. The position offers a full-time contract of 37 hours a week, supporting a robust approach to youth justice management and intervention strategies.

Qualifications

• Experience in youth justice services.
• Familiar with ASSET+ and PDAT case management systems.
• Ability to produce reports for court.

Responsibilities

• Carry out full case management for young people in the youth justice service.
• Prepare high-quality reports for court.
• Develop tailored intervention plans.

Skills

Experience working in a youth justice or youth offending service

Familiarity with ASSET+ and PDAT

Strong understanding of youth justice processes

Excellent communication skills

Ability to manage time effectively

Education

Criminology or relevant degree

Job description

3 months contract with a Local Authority

Job Summary

• An experienced Youth Justice Officer is required to join a local authority youth justice team on a temporary basis to cover maternity/paternity leave.
• The successful candidate will hold full case management responsibilities, working with young people across the borough to reduce offending and reoffending.
• Applicants from a range of professional backgrounds will be considered, including qualified social workers, probation officers, and youth workers with relevant youth justice experienceियल.

Key Duties/Accountabilities

• Carry out full case management for young people involved with the youth justice service.
• Undertake assessments using ASSET+ and the Centre for Prevention and Diversion Assessment Tool (PDAT).
• Develop and implement tailored intervention plans to address offending behaviour.
• Prepare high‑quality reports for court, including Pre‑Sentence Reports and Referral Order Reports.
• Attend and represent the service in Youth Court and contribute to court processes as required.
• Participate in duty rotas and respond to urgent or unscheduled work.
• Contribute to Referral Order Panels and Joint Decision‑Making Panels, involving multi‑agency collaboration.
• Deliver structured interventions and support in line with statutory requirements and best practice.
• Build constructive relationships with young people and families to support positive outcomes.
• Liaise with internal teams, external agencies and community organisations.

Skills/Experience

• Experience working in a youth justice or youth offending service.
• Familiarity with ASSET+, PDAT and case management systems.
• Strong understanding of youth justice processes, court protocols and diversionary work.
• Proven ability to produce high‑quality written reports for courts and panels.
• Confidence in multi‑agency working and engaging with children and young people.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively and handle a complex caseload under pressure.

Additional Information

• Criminology or relevant degree.
• Hours: 37 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 09:00‑17:30).