Job Description

Job Title: CSW - Youth Justice Officer (PO3)
Location: Newham Dockside, London Borough of Newham
Hours: Full-Time (36 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
Rate: 28.00 per hour (Inside IR35)
Closing Date: 5th December 2024 at 5:00 PM

Service Care Solutions is assisting the London Borough of Newham in recruiting for a dedicated Youth Justice Officer to join their Children and Young People (DCS) Directorate. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a vital service that makes a tangible difference in the lives of young people.

• Conduct comprehensive assessments using Asset Plus.
• Develop and implement innovative, person-centered intervention plans addressing needs and risks.
• Provide written and verbal reports to Youth and Crown Courts, acting as Court Officer when required.
• Work collaboratively within a multi-agency setting to safeguard children, protect victims, and the wider community.
• Apply a child-first, trauma-informed approach to deliver effective services.

• Proven experience working with challenging children, ideally in a youth justice setting.
• Strong report-writing skills and the ability to present information effectively in court settings.
• Experience in multi-agency, public, or voluntary sector environments.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• Familiarity with systemic practice and restorative justice principles.
• Proficiency in case management, including assessment and intervention planning.
• Degree-level education or equivalent professional experience.

This is an opportunity to make a real difference within a supportive team environment. You'll be working in a role that values empathy, creativity, and collaboration, ensuring that every young person has the chance to thrive and succeed.

For more information or to apply, please contact Lewis Ashcroft at Service Care Solutions:
Phone: (phone number removed)

Email: (url removed)

Applications close on 5th December 2024 at 5:00 PM. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity, apply today!