Overview
Job number
SC00377
Location
Link 1a, Civic Centre, High Street Uxbridge, Middlesex, London, UB8 1UW
Directorate
Social Care
Job Type
Social Care/Work
Contract Type
Permanent
Working Hours
36 hours per week
Closing date
28 January 2022
Salary range
£32,418.00 – £38,883.00 per year
About us
Hillingdon Council: Putting our Residents first.
About the role
Want a rewarding job with one of London’s most innovative Youth Justice Services?
We have one of the lowest regional and national First Time Entrants rates so must be doing something right!
“Youth crime is prevented because we, as a service, deliver positive and effective interventions which enable young people to lead constructive and socially responsible lives” is our vision and you could be part of a dedicated enthusiastic service changing the lives of vulnerable adolescents in the criminal justice system. Sounds great doesn’t it? Don’t just take it from us… feedback from our young people, families and community say “my son is so much more focused now all down to you”, “I wish we had the services that the YJS have given us sooner you have changed our lives”, “if it wasn’t for my case manager I would still be offending”.
Hillingdon YJS are proud to be a diverse multi agency service that benefits from located specialists from key disciplines including Speech and Language Therapist, Liaison and Diversion, CAMHS, Education and Participation Officers and Substance Misuse that provide a holistic approach to rehabilitation all under one roof.
Hillingdon YJS is located in the centre of Uxbridge with a purpose built, self-contained adolescent resource hub being built alongside the main civic centre. We boast a fantastic working environment, ample rooms to see young people, hold meetings and designated reception area. With Uxbridge Station just a 5 minute stroll away, 4 day a week car parking and easy links to main travel routes combined with great shopping and restaurants it’s a fabulous place to work.
About you
As a Youth Justice Service Officer in Hillingdon you will manage cases from Out of Court Disposals through to Custody utilising your interpersonal skills to engage with young people, families and other professionals to deliver targeted interventions informed by assessments and reports. You will receive access to training and a focus on professional development supported by highly skilled managers alongside an attractive package of employment. In return you will bring the ability to complete assessments and write court reports to a high standard, co ordinate and deliver tailored interventions using great interpersonal skills to engage young people and their families.
What we offer
We offer a range of Company benefits. These vary according to the business area and role but may include:
local government average salary pension scheme
free parking (4 days a week) if based at the Civic Centre
a 36-hour week for all full-time staff
generous holiday entitlement: a minimum 25 days a year (plus bank holidays), rising to 28 days after five years’ service. For more senior positions holiday entitlements can rise to a maximum of 36 days
career breaks
flexible working hours
season ticket loan
access to a Credit Union
access to a wide range of training and courses
discount on a variety of Adult Education courses run by the Council
payment of professional fees where these are required
discounts at council-owned leisure centres and swimming pools at Hillingdon (Uxbridge), Queensmead (South Ruislip), Highgrove (Ruislip) and Botwell Green (Hayes)
cycle purchase scheme
car sharing scheme
30% discount on green fees at council-owned golf courses
Additional information
Please note – interviews are scheduled to take place w/c 7th February.
Our Youth Justice Service supports children from diverse communities. We welcome applications from men and those from Black, Asian or other ethnic backgrounds.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. Applicants should be aware that the post will only be offered to successful candidates subject to an Enhanced DBS check as well as other employment clearances.
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Youth Justice Officer