7 months contract with a local authority

Job Purpose

• The role focuses on preventing children from entering the criminal justice system and, where involvement has occurred, supporting them through effective interventions to reduce reoffending and build a more positive future. The postholder will place the child at the center of all work, ensuring their voice is heard while safeguarding their welfare and protecting the public.

Key Duties/Accountabilities

• Work in partnership with internal and external agencies to support children and young people within the youth justice system.
• Assess the needs, risks, and vulnerabilities of children and their families, developing tailored intervention plans.
• Deliver targeted interventions to prevent offending behavior and reduce the risk of reoffending.
• Manage risk effectively, ensuring the safety of the child, victims, and the wider public.
• Ensure all safeguarding responsibilities are met, promoting the welfare of children and young people at all times.
• Engage positively with children, including those who are hard to reach, building trust and encouraging participation.

Essential Experience Required

• Significant experience working with children, young people, or families, particularly within youth justice or safeguarding settings.
• Experience in assessing risk, need, and vulnerability, and developing effective intervention plans.
• Experience of delivering interventions to reduce offending behavior and support positive change.
• Experience working collaboratively with multi-agency partners (e.g., social care, education, police, health).

Essential Qualifications Required

One of the following (or equivalent):

• Social Work qualification
• Diploma in Probation Studies
• DipHE in Youth & Community Work
• Relevant degree in youth justice, criminology, or related field

Additional Information to Note

• Working hours: 36 hours per week
• Location: Trinity Road, Bootle, Merseyside, L20 3NJ, United Kingdom
• The interview will either take place at Magdalen House or online and will consist of one interview which will take approximately 45 minutes.
• We work on a bi-weekly schedule.

The role closes on 15th May 2026, apply ASAP.