Birmingham - Youth Offending Service Office

Birmingham Children's Trust is currently seeking an experienced and dedicated Youth Offending Officer to join their dynamic team.

One Avenue Road

£24.37 per hour (Umbrella)

• Deliver high-quality, child-centred services that meet the individual needs of children, young people, their families and caregivers.
• Work proactively to reduce offending behaviour and prevent reoffending through effective intervention and support planning.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with children and young people to encourage engagement and long-term positive outcomes.
• Assess risks, needs, strengths and vulnerabilities to develop targeted and effective intervention plans.
• Support children and young people to develop a positive, pro-social identity and future aspirations.
• Work collaboratively across the Youth Justice Service, Birmingham Children’s Trust and partner agencies across Birmingham.
• Ensure children and young people have timely access to appropriate services, interventions and support networks.
• Promote trauma-informed practice and support children in recovering from adverse experiences and trauma.
• Contribute to safeguarding and public protection by identifying and managing risk effectively.
• Engage families, caregivers and wider support networks to strengthen outcomes for children and young people.
• Maintain accurate, timely and high-quality case records, assessments and reports in line with statutory and organisational requirements.
• Contribute to continuous service improvement and uphold best practice within Youth Justice services.

• Social Work Qualification - Degree or equivalent
• At least 3 years' experience as a social worker within children's services
• Social Work England Registration
• Driving licence and access to own vehicle

• DBS check processed and paid for by Eden Brown Synergy
• Referral bonus if you refer a colleague or friend to us
• Bonus for finding your own job
• Twice weekly payroll

Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer.