Youth Offending Service Worker

Service Care Solutions Ltd; Woolwich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Youth Justice Officer to join their dynamic Youth Offending Team. This role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of vulnerable young people through early intervention and tailored support. You will manage a diverse caseload, conduct comprehensive assessments, and implement effective strategies to promote rehabilitation. This is a rewarding opportunity to work collaboratively with families and partner agencies, ensuring the best outcomes for youth in the community. If you're passionate about making a difference and have the skills to support young people, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Relevant professional qualification in Social Work, Probation, or Youth Justice.
• Extensive experience with young people in youth justice settings.

Responsibilities

• Manage caseloads of children and young people under court orders.
• Conduct holistic assessments and design bespoke interventions.

Skills

Communication Skills

Assessment Skills

Report Writing

Flexibility

Collaborative Work

Education

Social Work Qualification

Youth Justice Qualification

Probation Qualification

Job description

Job Title: Youth Justice Officer

Hours: Full-Time Contract: Ongoing
Pay: £20.67 PAYE / £25.75 Umbrella

About the Role:
We are currently recruiting for a committed and experienced Youth Justice Officer to join a dynamic, multi-disciplinary Youth Offending Team. This is a rewarding opportunity to work with children and young people in the community and custody who present a range of complex needs and behaviours.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a caseload of children and young people subject to pre-court disposals, statutory court orders and bail packages.
• Conduct holistic assessments identifying risks, protective factors and root causes of offending.
• Design and deliver bespoke interventions using one-to-one and group approaches to support desistance.
• Work closely with families, carers, and partner agencies using trauma-informed and restorative practices.
• Prepare high-quality Pre-Sentence Reports and represent the service in court settings.
• Support volunteer panels, develop parenting interventions, and carry out home visits.
• Maintain accurate records, monitor effectiveness of interventions, and adhere to data protection and safeguarding policies.
• Contribute to service development and induction of new staff.

Requirements:
Relevant professional qualification (e.g., Social Work, Probation, Youth Justice).
Extensive experience working with young people in a youth justice or similar setting.
Excellent communication, assessment and report-writing skills.
Ability to work flexibly and collaboratively across multi-agency settings.
Commitment to continuous personal and professional development.
Enhanced DBS and full UK driving licence.

Why Apply?
Join a forward-thinking team committed to reducing youth offending through early intervention, rehabilitation, and child-first approaches. You’ll play a key role in supporting some of the most vulnerable young people in the community.
To Apply:
Send your CV and supporting documents to Lewis Ashcroft at:
[e-mail]