Youth Offending Service Officer
Balfor Recruitment
| Company | Balfor Recruitment |
| Category | Legal & Compliance |
| Location | Birmingham |
| Remote | — |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Entry |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| First seen | 2 Aug 2026 (the employer did not state a posting date) |
| Last verified | 10 Aug 2026 |
| Source | The employer's own careers page (company_site) |
Description
Job Title: Advanced Youth Offending Service Officer – Social Care Qualified
Location: Ilford
Pay: £24.00-£30.90 per hour
Hours: Full-time
Duration: 5 month contract with the possibility to be extended
About the Role:
Are you passionate about supporting children and young people to lead crime-free lives? We’re looking for a dedicated Advanced Youth Offending Service Officer to join our team. This role involves managing a caseload of youth justice cases, delivering effective interventions, and working collaboratively to achieve positive outcomes for children and young people.
Key Responsibilities:
• Manage a caseload of youth justice cases, including out-of-court disposals and statutory court orders, adhering to National Standards and the HMIP Inspection Framework.
• Provide support and interventions using the Child First, Offender Second approach to help children and young people complete their orders and live crime-free lives.
• Use AssetPlus as an assessment and planning tool, with a focus on trauma-informed practice, desistance factors, and building foundations for positive change.
• Collaborate with children, young people, families, and partner agencies to deliver effective, evidence-based interventions that reduce offending and re-offending risks.
• Prepare high-quality Pre-Sentence Reports, Stand-Down Reports for Court, and Panel Reports for Referral Order Panels or other forums.
• Represent the Youth Justice Team at court hearings and effectively present case information.
• Deliver interventions that ensure the safety of children and young people while protecting others.
• Promote equality, diversity, and anti-discriminatory practices throughout all areas of work.
• Requirements
• Qualifications: Degree or equivalent qualification in Social Work, with active Social Work England registration.
• Experience: Proven experience in youth justice or a related field, with a solid understanding of trauma-informed practice and case management.
• Knowledge: In-depth understanding of the National Standards, HMIP Inspection Framework, and the principles of effective youth justice practice.
• Enhance DBS on the update service
• Driver with access to a car
• 3 years referencing
What We Offer:
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and training in trauma-informed and evidence-based practices.
• Supportive team environment committed to achieving the best outcomes for children and young people.
How to Apply:
Please submit your up y to date CV to this vacancy.