Youth Restorative Justice Facilitator

Kirklees Metropolitan Council; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Essex County Council is seeking a Restorative Justice Practitioner to deliver statutory RJ interventions for victims and young people in Chelmsford. The role involves victim contact, conferences, and collaboration with partners to promote safety and well-being.

You will work within the Essex Youth Justice Service, supporting safeguarding and providing training. A GCSE (RQF Level 2) is required, with eligibility to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Educated to GCSE (RQF Level 2) or equivalent.
• Registered Practitioner status or working towards it.
• Knowledge of Restorative Justice in a justice setting.
• Experience with victims and safeguarding of children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate Restorative Justice interventions with young people and victims in line with policies.
• Provide statutory Victim Contact to gather victims' views.
• Support victims and families and refer to external services.
• Organise and deliver victim/offender conferences in community or custodial settings.
• Deliver victim awareness programmes to young people to foster empathy and understanding of crime impact.
• Co-deliver Restorative Justice training with partners to reduce reoffending.
• Complete risk assessments for restorative activities and ensure safety.
• Maintain safety and welfare of young people at all times.

Skills

Restorative Justice

Victim support

Record keeping

Communication skills

Education

GCSE

Registered Practitioner

Job description

Essex County Council is seeking a Restorative Justice Practitioner to deliver statutory RJ interventions for victims and young people in Chelmsford. The role involves victim contact, conferences, and collaboration with partners to promote safety and well-being.

You will work within the Essex Youth Justice Service, supporting safeguarding and providing training. A GCSE (RQF Level 2) is required, with eligibility to work in the UK.