Youth Justice Service Education, Training and Employment Practitioner

Hampshire County Council; Aldershot; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the UK is looking for a Youth Justice Service Education, Training and Employment Practitioner. This role supports young individuals in accessing educational and employment opportunities while collaborating with schools and service providers. The ideal candidate has experience working with youth, understands educational challenges, and advocates effectively for young people. Competitive salary and flexible working options are offered.

Benefits

Annual leave starting from 25 days

Hybrid tablet device

Ample progression opportunities

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Experience in a relevant field such as education, training, or youth work.
• Ability to engage with challenging young individuals.
• Creative and committed approach to supporting youth.

Responsibilities

• Support children in engaging with education and employment opportunities.
• Work collaboratively with various service providers.
• Advocate for young people to achieve their full potential.

Skills

Collaboration with schools

Understanding of educational barriers

Advocacy for young people

Job description

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Youth Justice Service Education, Training and Employment Practitioner

Job Reference: HCC622784
Salary Range: £33,178 - £36,369 per annum
Work Location: Cambridge Road Centre, Aldershot
Hours per week: 37
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 7 December 2025

The Role:

Please note that this role sits with Hampshire Youth Justice Service.

The Youth Justice Service is a multi-disciplinary team delivering services to prevent and reduce offending behaviour amongst young people.

We believe that all young people have the right to receive a relevant and effective education and should have the opportunity to enter further education, training, or employment. Hampshire Youth Justice Service regards education, training and employment as a foundation for rehabilitation of children who offend and the most effective route to community integration.

Within the team there are a wide range of professionals including specialist practitioners in mental health, Police, Probation, Social Care, Parenting and Restorative Justice. This combined multi- disciplinary team allows Hampshire Youth Justice Service to function at the highest level.

What you’ll do:

This role will find you working with children known to the Youth Justice Service, and supporting them to improve their engagement with education, training and employment opportunities.

What we’re looking for:

We are seeking an experienced, committed, and creative ETE Practitioner who can work collaboratively with schools as well as employment, further education, and training providers.

This role requires someone with a strong understanding of both the education system and the world of work, along with the challenges and barriers that many young people face in accessing these opportunities.

Above all, we need an individual who can engage with ‘hard to reach’ young people, advocate on their behalf, and open doors to help them achieve their full potential.

• Annual leave starting from 25 days per annum and rising to 28 days based on experience and length of service
• A hybrid tablet device, so you can work more effectively and flexibly
• Ample progression opportunities
• Flexible working options to fit around today's lifestyles

In addition to working for one of the top performing children's social care authorities in the country, Hampshire is also one of the best places to live and work . Located on the south coast, with excellent transport links up and down the country, Hampshire offers the perfect blend of rural and city living. You'll find miles of lovely coastline, nature reserves and heritage sites, which are just some of the benefits of living in Hampshire.

Find out more about the benefits of working for Hampshire County Council and the rewards we can offer you.

Additional Information:

Youth Justice Service Education, Training and Employment Practitioner Candidate Pack

Vetting Requirements:

This post is subject to a Criminal Records Check. As such, please note that under safer recruitment requirements for Children’s Services, references will be requested prior to interview.

Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:

Hampshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies.

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