Prevention Officer

Contract | Civic Recruitment Limited | United Kingdom

Posted On 22/07/2026

Work Experience 1-3 years

Social / NGO / Health & Care

City Cardiff

Province Cardiff (Caerdydd GB-CRD)

Postal Code CF10

Job Purpose

To undertake assessments of children and young people referred to the Youth Justice Service (YJS) Prevention Team and deliver targeted interventions that reduce the risk of offending, re-offending, and anti-social behaviour. The postholder will work collaboratively with young people, families, and partner agencies to promote positive outcomes through restorative and preventative approaches.

• Undertake assessments of children and young people referred to the Youth Justice Service Prevention Team.
• Develop, deliver, and review targeted intervention plans aimed at reducing offending, re-offending, and anti-social behaviour.
• Build positive and effective relationships with children, young people, and their families to encourage engagement and support positive behavioural change.
• Apply restorative justice principles and restorative approaches within interventions and casework.
• Work collaboratively with partner agencies, including education, social care, police, health services, and voluntary organisations to coordinate appropriate support.
• Maintain accurate and timely case records, assessments, reports, and intervention plans in line with organisational policies and statutory requirements.
• Monitor and evaluate the progress of young people, adapting interventions where appropriate to achieve positive outcomes.
• Contribute to safeguarding children and young people by identifying risks and following relevant safeguarding procedures.
• Participate in evening and weekend work as required to meet service needs.

• Experience of working with children and young people aged 10–17, particularly those who have offended or are at risk of offending and anti-social behaviour.
• Understanding of the youth justice system and the impact of the criminal justice process on children and young people.
• Knowledge of restorative justice principles and restorative approaches.
• Experience of undertaking assessments and developing targeted intervention plans.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to engage effectively with children, young people, families, and partner agencies.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload and maintain accurate case records.
• Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and relevant legislation relating to children and young people.
• Full, valid UK driving licence with access to a suitably insured vehicle.

• Location: Cardiff Youth Justice Service.