Job Title: Youth Justice Practitioner
Location: Kingston and Richmond
Pay Rate: £26.00 per hour (PAYE) / £32.21 per hour (Umbrella)

About the Role:
Service Care Solutions is assisting Achieving for Children (AfC) in recruiting a Youth Justice Practitioner. The successful candidate will work within the Targeted Youth Support Service, focusing on preventing and reducing offending by young people. This role involves managing a caseload, supporting young people and families, and working closely with local partners to ensure effective interventions and support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a caseload of young people referred by the Police or court orders.
• Conduct holistic assessments to develop intervention plans.
• Support young people and families in addressing needs related to offending behaviors.
• Act as a Court Officer, including covering occasional Saturday court.
• Work restoratively, promoting welfare and desistance for young people in the criminal justice system.

Qualifications and Experience Required:

• Professional qualification in Children and Youth, Social Care, or Probation (Level 4 or above).
• Experience working with young people involved in offending behavior.
• Strong understanding of Youth Justice National Standards, court processes, and relevant legislation.
• Skills in writing court reports, risk management, and public protection.

Application Contact:
For more information or to apply, please contact Lewis Ashcroft at Service Care Solutions at Lewis.Ashcroft@servicecare.org.uk