Youth Justice Officer

Location: Enfield
Salary: 24.25 per hour
Contract Type: Full time temporary ongoing contract

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Youth Justice Officer to join our dedicated team. If you have a social work qualification and at least two years of post-qualification experience, this is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact in young lives and contribute to safer communities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a caseload of young people involved in or at risk of offending.
• Prepare pre-sentence reports, risk assessments, and intervention plans.
• Work in partnership with families, schools, police, and other agencies to support rehabilitation and reintegration.
• Deliver targeted interventions aimed at reducing reoffending and promoting positive outcomes.
• Monitor compliance with court orders, community sentences, and restorative justice agreements.
• Ensure that all work is carried out in line with safeguarding, legal, and regulatory requirements.
• Keep accurate case records and contribute to service planning and development.

Requirements:

Essential:

• A recognised qualification in Social Work (e.g., Degree in Social Work, CQSW, DipSW).
• Registered with [e.g., Social Work England / relevant governing body].
• Minimum 2 years of post-qualification experience in youth justice, social care, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of relevant legislation (e.g., Children Act, Crime and Disorder Act).
• Excellent communication, assessment, and engagement skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multi-agency environment.

Desirable:

• Experience with restorative justice practices.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed approaches and risk management frameworks (e.g., AssetPlus).
• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle.

How to Apply:

Please submit your CV to Magdalena