Youth Justice Team Manager — Trauma-Informed Leader

Islington Council; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Greater London is seeking an experienced Team Manager for their Youth Justice Service. The successful candidate will lead a dedicated team, ensuring high-quality interventions for young people involved in the criminal justice system. With a focus on strategic leadership and safeguarding, this role requires a qualified Social Worker with a minimum of three years' statutory management experience. The position offers competitive pay and benefits, aiming to create positive outcomes for vulnerable children.

Benefits

Up to 31 days leave per year

Flexible working arrangements

Learning and development opportunities

Competitive pay with London Living Wage

Excellent local government pension scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Local discounts from restaurants and shops

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of statutory management experience within Youth Justice.
• Extensive experience of working with high-risk children.
• Understanding of practice standards and national standards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver strategic and operational leadership within the service.
• Manage deputy team managers and oversee youth justice officers.
• Evaluate impact and outcomes through quality assurance mechanisms.

Skills

Statutory management experience

Quality assurance

Youth court proceedings

Multi-agency collaboration

Safeguarding

Risk management

Education

Qualified Social Worker

Job description

A local government authority in Greater London is seeking an experienced Team Manager for their Youth Justice Service. The successful candidate will lead a dedicated team, ensuring high-quality interventions for young people involved in the criminal justice system. With a focus on strategic leadership and safeguarding, this role requires a qualified Social Worker with a minimum of three years' statutory management experience. The position offers competitive pay and benefits, aiming to create positive outcomes for vulnerable children.