London Borough of Redbridge
Advanced Youth Justice Officer
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Job Type: Permanent
Job Hours: Full-time
Location: Station Road, Barkingside IG6 1NB
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Youth Justice Officer to join the Redbridge team. In this role, you will not only demonstrate sound knowledge of Asset Plus and Prevention & Diversion assessments but also bring a strong commitment to relational work—building trusting, meaningful relationships with children, young people and their families to support positive outcomes and lasting change. You will play a key role in developing and implementing effective solutions to youth crime, including working with children living away from home; providing courts robust alternatives to custody, where possible; children & young people leaving custody, serious youth violence and children who have contextual safeguarding concerns.
Key Requirements
To thrive in this position, you will need:
- Outstanding communication and assessment and report writing abilities, enabling you to design and implement targeted, bespoke intervention plans using the most appropriate resources, with a relational approach at their core.
- A working knowledge of research and best practice relating to Contextual Safeguarding, Desistance Theory, Trauma-Informed Practice, and the drivers of disproportionality within youth justice.
- Solid understanding of court processes and case management, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records in line with both national and local standards.
- Excellent organisational skills to manage complex and challenging work, meeting tight deadlines effectively.
- The ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a dynamic multi-agency team.
- A flexible approach, with the willingness to undertake some evening and weekend work as required.
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About Us
At Redbridge, we are passionate about supporting our staff to develop professionally. We offer:
- Regular supervision with line managers
- A range of professional development opportunities
- A supportive environment in which to grow your skills and advance your career
Why Join Us?
If you are dedicated to working with children and young people, value relational practice, and are committed to addressing disproportionality in youth justice, we would love to hear from you.
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If you are interested in being part of a team delivering excellent services to young people in Redbridge, please apply.
Recruitment Process
Redbridge is committed to making safer recruitment decisions and to preventing unsuitable people from working with vulnerable groups, including children. As such, some posts may be subject to a check with the Disclosure and Barring Service. References may also be taken up prior to interview.
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How to Apply
To apply for this post, you must submit an online application along with uploading a copy of your CV and supporting statement.
All short-listed applicants will need to demonstrate proof of right to work in the UK.
We are committed to employment practices that promote diversity and inclusion in employment and welcome applications from qualified applicants regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sex, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, colour, race, religion, or belief.
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