Youth Justice Officer

Youth Justice Officer Location: Colindale, Barnet
Contract: 3 months with possible extension (06/10/2025 Start Date)
Pay Rate: £22.09 per hour


We are seeking an experienced Youth Justice Service Officer to join the Barnet Youth Offending team in Colindale. This is an exciting opportunity to make a difference by supporting young people at risk of offending and helping them achieve positive futures.


What you’ll do:

• Supervise statutory court orders and ensure compliance.
  
  
• Prepare and present reports to Youth and Crown Courts.
  
  
• Deliver targeted interventions to reduce reoffending.
  
  
• Work directly with young people and families in the community and custody settings.
  
  
• Support resettlement and facilitate restorative justice opportunities.
  
  
• Collaborate with social care, police, probation, health, education, and voluntary partners.
  
  

What we’re looking for:

• Background in Youth Justice, Probation, or a similar statutory setting.
  
  
• Strong case management, assessment, and report writing skills.
  
  
• Confidence representing the service in court.
  
  
• Knowledge of youth justice legislation and safeguarding procedures.
  
  
• Ability to start quickly and hit the ground running.
  
  

Why join us? This is a rewarding role where you’ll directly contribute to reducing crime and supporting safer communities, while helping young people realise their potential.


Apply Now Service Care Solutions is proud to assist in this recruitment campaign. If you meet the above criteria and would like to be considered, please apply now or reach out directly to discuss the role in more detail.
 
Harry Greenhalgh
Recruitment Lead – Police | Youth Justice | Domestic Abuse
Service Care Solutions
harry.greenhalgh@servicecare.org.uk
01772 208962