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Job Title: Youth Offending Officer
Location: London Borough of Barnet
Salary: Up to £25 per hour
About the Role:
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Youth Offending Officer to join our team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting young people who have come into contact with the criminal justice system.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of young offenders, including Pre-sentence Reports and AssetPlus assessments.
- Develop and implement effective and individualized support plans for young people.
- Work closely with young people, their families, and other agencies (e.g., schools, social services, police) to address offending behaviour and support positive outcomes.
- Manage caseloads effectively and efficiently, ensuring compliance with court orders and statutory requirements.
- Provide support and guidance to young people during the Youth to Adult (Y2A) transition.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records on all cases.
- Contribute to the development and improvement of youth justice services.
Essential Skills and Experience:
- Proven experience as a Youth Offending Officer within a Probation setting.
- Extensive experience in court work, including preparing Pre-sentence Reports.
- Thorough understanding of risk assessment tools, such as AssetPlus.
- Experience using Oasys and other relevant case management systems.
- Demonstrable skills and experience in supporting young people through the Youth to Adult (Y2A) transition.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and report-writing skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Desirable Skills and Experience:
- Relevant professional qualifications (e.g., Diploma in Youth Justice)
- Experience of working with specific youth offending behaviours (e.g., gang involvement, serious youth violence)
