Youth Justice Officer - Family And Children Team in Kensington, London

JOB-20240911-46972578

Youth Justice Officer – Family and Children Team, Kensington (UK)
Hourly Rate: £34.00
Type: Locum, Full-Time, Ongoing

We are excited to invite applications for a Youth Justice Officer to join our Family and Children Team in Kensington. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to influence positive outcomes for young people while earning a competitive hourly rate in one of London’s most vibrant boroughs.

Perks and Benefits

• Locum Flexibility: Enjoy control of your schedule while maintaining work-life balance.

• Competitive Pay: Benefit from weekly or daily pay options.

• Varied Experience: Engage with diverse cases and environments that strengthen your professional practice.

• Supportive Team: Work within a collaborative, forward-thinking service committed to meaningful change.

About the Role

You will support children and young people aged 10–17 involved with the youth justice system. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will complete assessments, produce reports, and deliver targeted interventions aimed at reducing reoffending and improving outcomes. Confidence in navigating youth justice legislation, courts, and multi-agency work is essential.

What You Will Do

• Manage a caseload of young people on statutory court orders or out-of-court disposals.

• Deliver strengths-based, systemic interventions with young people and their families/carers.

• Prepare Pre-Sentence Reports, court assessments, and AssetPlus assessments.

• Supervise youth justice interventions in line with national standards and legislation.

• Collaborate with police, social care, education, health professionals, and courts.

• Promote a Child First, Trauma-Informed, and Restorative approach.

• Represent the Youth Offending Team in court and multi-agency meetings.

• Maintain accurate case records on the Youth Justice Service database.

• Support strategic priorities including reducing disproportionality and amplifying the child’s voice.

• Work across community, home, custody, secure settings, and council environments.

• Stay current with youth justice legislation, safeguarding policy, and best practice.

• Participate in duty systems, team meetings, supervision, and ongoing training.

Essential Criteria

• Qualified Social Worker, Probation Officer, or equivalent professional qualification.

• Significant experience in Youth Justice.

• Strong understanding of the Crime & Disorder Act 1998 and youth justice legislation.

• Experience producing statutory reports such as Pre-Sentence Reports and AssetPlus assessments.

• Skilled in multi-agency working and building positive relationships with young people and families.

• Knowledge of systemic practice, trauma-informed approaches, strengths-based work, and child-first initiatives.

• Commitment to equality, partnership working, and community-focused practice.

Council Values

• Putting Communities First

• Cultivating Respect

• Upholding Integrity

• Encouraging Collaborative Working

Kensington is an outstanding place to work and live, offering cultural diversity, excellent food, beautiful parks, and a perfect blend of heritage and modern lifestyle. Join a community that values growth, development, and meaningful impact.

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