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SalaryAdvanced Youth Justice Officer x 2
Permanent , Full-time
Two new opportunities have arisen for experienced Youth Justice Officers to work in Redbridge. You will be required to undertake a full range of Assessment, Planning, Intervention and Supervision (APIS) responsibilities with the aim of reducing and preventing offending in the local area. You will also be required to participate in the delivery of a wide range of YJS activities on an individual or group work basis. You will also contribute to the development and implementation of a range of effective solutions to youth crime. This may include taking a lead in working with children living away from home, young people leaving custody, group work, prolific young offenders, bail and remand and victims.
You will have excellent communication and assessment skills; the ability to implement intervention plans making best use of appropriate and targeted resources; the organisational skills to undertake challenging work within tight deadlines, and maintain up-to-date records in line with National and local Standards; knowledge of both court work and case management and the ability to work well under your own initiative and as part of a multi-agency Service.
The nature of the role means that flexible hours are needed including occasional evening and weekend work.
We support our workers in their progression, affording opportunities to grow skill sets. Staff have regular supervision with their line manager and frequent professional development sessions.
If you are interested in being part of a team delivering excellent services to young people in Redbridge, please apply.
Redbridge is committed to making safer recruitment decisions and to preventing unsuitable people from working with vulnerable groups, including children. As such some posts may be subject to a check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. References may also be taken up prior to interview.
Embracing diversity and promoting equalities for all.
and Person specification
To apply for this post please complete the online application form and attach your CV and a Covering Letter addressing how you meet the criteria for the role as stated in the person specification.
All short-listed applicants will need to demonstrate proof of right to work in the UK. At the London Borough of Redbridge, we receive a high volume of great-quality applicants, we therefore may close a vacancy earlier than advertised. Early applications are therefore encouraged.
We are committed to employment practices that promote diversity and inclusion in employment and welcome applications from qualified applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sex, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, colour, race, religion, or belief.
