Youth Justice Officer – Risk & Reoffending Prevention

Belmont Recruitment; Stockport; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local recruitment agency is seeking experienced Youth Offending Officers to support young people involved in the criminal justice system in Manchester. The successful candidates will carry out risk assessments, provide support during community sentences, and help young offenders transition into education or training. A DBS check is required for this full-time position, with an hourly rate of £15-£17, offering a minimum three-month contract with potential for extension.

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS is required.
• Experience working with young offenders is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carry out risk assessments and manage risk of reoffending.
• Prepare reports for the courts before sentencing.
• Provide support to young offenders to prevent reoffending.
• Make referrals to other agencies such as housing services.
• Supervise young offenders on court orders and community sentences.
• Help young offenders into education, work, or training.
• Encourage young people to take part in constructive activities.
• Visit young people in secure institutions.

Skills

Risk assessment

Report preparation

Supervision

Referral to agencies

Support for youth

Job description

A local recruitment agency is seeking experienced Youth Offending Officers to support young people involved in the criminal justice system in Manchester. The successful candidates will carry out risk assessments, provide support during community sentences, and help young offenders transition into education or training. A DBS check is required for this full-time position, with an hourly rate of £15-£17, offering a minimum three-month contract with potential for extension.