Youth Justice Officer - Manchester, United Kingdom - Manchester City Council

Description

Working Hours: 35 hours per week

Contract Type: Full Time, Temporary 12 months

Closing Date: 6 May 2024

This role is subject to -

DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) clearance - this post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (amended in Appointable candidates will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Information provided by you or the DBS will be dealt with in a confidential manner and in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed here. We have a policy on the Employment of Ex-Offenders and it is available upon request.

Qualification or relevant experience: DipSW, Degree in Social Work, Qualified Probation Officer PCEP (Professional Certificate in Effective Practice), NVQ Level 4 in Community Justice, YJEPC (Youth Justice Effective Practice Certificate)
To continue our improvement journey and ensure we deliver the commitments made to children and young people of Manchester, the Youth Justice Service needs consistently high quality practitioners. We would welcome you joining us on our journey to building safe, happy, healthy and successful futures for our children and young people.

Youth Justice is an exciting and innovative service that consists of a team of friendly dedicated, caring and hard working professionals who work closely with courts, young people and their families. Youth Justice deliver excellent outcomes for young people who enter the Criminal Justice system to deliver effective planning for children and families to ensure positive outcomes for children in Manchester.