Youth Justice Officer

Service Care Solutions; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An agency supporting youth justice recruitment is seeking a Youth Justice Officer for Walsall Civic Centre. The role involves full case management, undertaking assessments, and preparing court reports. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and proven experience in youth justice. This full-time position requires excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across agencies.

Qualifications

• Proven Youth Justice experience is essential.
• Strong knowledge of youth justice legislation and safeguarding.
• Ability to manage a demanding caseload.

Responsibilities

• Undertake assessments including ASSET+ and PDAT.
• Develop and implement tailored plans for young people.
• Prepare Pre-Sentence Reports and attend court as needed.

Skills

Youth Justice experience

Excellent communication skills

Risk management knowledge

Ability to work collaboratively

Education

Relevant degree in Social Work, Probation or Youth Work

Job description

Overview

Youth Justice Officer – Location: Walsall Civic Centre (with travel across the Borough and to Wolverhampton Court). Contract: 06/10/2025 - 05/01/2026. Hours: 37 per week (Mon-Fri, 09:00-17:30). Rate: £33.30 (Umbrella).

We are seeking an experienced Youth Justice Officer to join Walsall's Youth Justice Team. The role involves carrying full case management responsibilities, supporting children and young people through assessment, planning, intervention, and court processes to reduce offending and improve outcomes.

What You'll Do

• Undertake assessments including ASSET+ and Prevention & Diversion Assessment Tool (PDAT).
• Develop and implement plans tailored to the needs and risks of young people.
• Deliver targeted interventions to reduce offending and reoffending.
• Prepare high-quality Pre-Sentence Reports and Referral Order Reports for court.
• Attend court hearings and provide professional evidence as required.
• Fulfil duty responsibilities as part of the team.
• Participate in joint decision-making panels and referral order panels.
• Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners to safeguard and support young people.

What We're Looking For (Essential)

• Relevant qualification (accepted backgrounds include Social Work, Probation, Youth Work, or other relevant degrees).
• Proven Youth Justice experience (essential).
• Strong knowledge of youth justice legislation, safeguarding, and risk management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience in report writing for courts.
• Ability to work effectively with children, families, and partner agencies.
• Flexible and resilient, with the ability to manage a demanding caseload.

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
Recruitment Lead - Police | Youth Justice | Domestic Abuse
Service Care Solutions
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