Location: Hybrid – Offices in Bury St Edmunds, Ipswich, and Lowestoft
Rate: £39–£44 per hour (depending on experience)
Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week
Contract: 05/05/2025 to 08/08/2025
Suffolk County Council is seeking a passionate and experienced Senior Manager to join their Youth Justice Service (SYJS) on an interim basis. You will help lead a multi-agency service working with young people who are in or on the edge of the criminal justice system. This is a critical leadership role focused on safeguarding, prevention, performance, and partnership.
Responsibilities:
- Deputise for the Head of SYJS
- Contribute to strategic leadership and direction
- Lead on service delivery standards, performance, and quality assurance
- Assist in producing the Youth Justice Plan and developing funding strategies
- Represent the service at key partnership boards and meetings
- Significant experience managing youth justice or similar services
- Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, policy, and safeguarding practice
- Proven leadership and partnership working at a strategic level
- Experience in service improvement, risk management, and budget oversight
- Relevant postgraduate qualification or equivalent experience
To apply or learn more, please contact lewis.ashcroft@servicecare.org.uk.
