Youth Justice Officer: Trauma-Informed Restorative Support

Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the UK seeks a Youth Justice Service Officer to work with children aged 10-18 involved in the criminal justice system. You will assess needs, support families, and collaborate with agencies to reduce re-offending. Ideal candidates have experience working with vulnerable children and a thorough understanding of intervention methods. This role provides opportunities for flexible working and professional development, based in North-West Hampshire or North-East Hampshire.

Benefits

Annual leave starting from 25 to 28 days

Hybrid tablet device for flexible work

5 personal development days

Progression opportunities

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Experience with children from vulnerable groups and those with challenging behaviors.
• Understanding of risk and protective factors.
• Ability to implement effective interventions.

Responsibilities

• Assess and monitor the needs of children involved in the criminal justice system.
• Directly support children and families to reduce re-offending.
• Collaborate with agencies to support children's reintegration into the community.

Skills

Experience working with children and families

Knowledge of child development

Understanding of intervention methods

Ability to assess and monitor social care needs

Job description

A local authority in the UK seeks a Youth Justice Service Officer to work with children aged 10-18 involved in the criminal justice system. You will assess needs, support families, and collaborate with agencies to reduce re-offending. Ideal candidates have experience working with vulnerable children and a thorough understanding of intervention methods. This role provides opportunities for flexible working and professional development, based in North-West Hampshire or North-East Hampshire.