Youth Offending Team Officer

Seven Social Care are currently recruiting for a Youth Offending Team Officer to start a new role in Stockport.  

You will be working with children, young people and their families who have been referred by the police and criminal courts for statutory intervention.

The work will include representing the service in a variety of settings, including multi-agency forums, courts, police stations and custodial settings, whilst operating within health and safety operating guidelines.

This is a temporary contract initially for 3 - 6 months with the view of extending.

Responsibilities

To work with members of the multi-agency YJS (Youth Justice & Targeted Youth Support Services) within 'Stockport Family' and other relevant partnership agencies and individuals to deliver the aims and objectives as set out within the statutory annual Youth Justice Plan.

To supervise and manage a generic caseload of children and young people on statutory orders (including Intensive Surveillance and Supervision (ISS) and custodial sentences), out of court disposals, voluntary programmes of support and targeted youth support.

To make clear and comprehensive assessments in relation to risk of harm to the public, risk of re-offending, risk of anti-social behaviour, safety and well-being, and of offence-related needs in order to allocate appropriate and targeted resources.

To work with children and young people who have suffered Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) in their lives and understand the impact of trauma on their development.

Applicant Requirements:

Experience: Significant recent experience of working with children and young people.

Qualifications: Relevant degree at undergraduate and/or post-graduate level (ESSENTIAL)

Compliance: Enhanced DBS, Right to Work in the UK

Hours: 37 hours a week, hybrid  

Working with Seven Social Care:

Established in 2011, Seven Social Care is a leading provider of social care professionals to county councils, charities, hospitals, care homes and private organisations across the UK.

Seven is the recruitment service that guarantees experienced, qualified, and available staff exactly when you need them. Our expert talent acquisition team seamlessly connect professionals to all areas of social care; including Children and Adults, Mental Health, Substance Misuse, Community, Support Work and everything in between.

After being shortlisted for multiple awards in 2018, we are proud of our nationwide reputation for providing a world-class recruitment service that is underpinned by honesty, integrity, and attention to detail.

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