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Job Description - Youth Justice Officer

Job Advert: Youth Justice Officer – Medway Council

Location: Medway, Kent
Contract: Locum (Initial 3-6 months)
Pay Rate: Up to £28 per hour
Working Pattern: Hybrid (2-3 days in the office, with flexibility as per service needs)

About the Role:
Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting for two Youth Justice Officers to join Medway Council's Youth Justice Team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and progressive service that is passionate about child-centred, 'Child First' approaches aimed at reducing reoffending and improving outcomes for children.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Work directly with children in the Youth Justice System, delivering face-to-face interventions and positive activities.

  • Manage a mixed caseload of children subject to Out of Court Disposals, Prevention (Turnaround) referrals, and post-court cases.

  • Deliver reparation activities, Intensive Supervision and Surveillance Programs, and other bespoke projects developed by the Youth Justice Team.

  • Complete assessments, risk management plans, and provide targeted interventions to prevent offending and reduce risk of harm.

  • Work flexibly across Out of Court Disposals and Prevention cases, supporting children at the earliest stage of involvement with Youth Justice.

About You:

  • Previous experience working within a Local Authority Youth Justice Service is essential.

  • Passionate about working with children and committed to bringing about positive change in their lives.

  • Full UK driving license and access to a vehicle with business insurance (including carrying passengers) desirable but not essential.

  • Must have an enhanced, in-date DBS at interview stage.

Additional Information:

  • Flexible hybrid working (2-3 days in the office per week, depending on service demand).

  • Successful candidates must meet all essential criteria at the point of submission.

Why Join Service Care Solutions?

  • Dedicated point of contact for your application and compliance.

  • Fast, transparent recruitment process.

  • Weekly payroll and hassle-free support.

Interested?
For more information or to apply, please contact Lewis Ashcroft at Service Care Solutions:
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