Youth Justice Officer; CDC

Job Title

Youth Justice Officer (CDC)

Based at:
Civic Office/Hybrid, Doncaster

Flexible working arrangements considered.

Contract Type:
Permanent, Full Time

Grade 9 £ 40,778 - £45,092 (pay award pending)

Hours:

37 hours per week

30th June 2026

• Proven track record within Youth Justice or related fields
• Experience with holistic assessments and bespoke planning for young people and families
• Sound understanding of risk assessment and case management
• Knowledge of the Child First agenda and ability to implement it in practice
• Eligibility for an enhanced level Disclosure and Barring Service check

• Carry out good quality assessments of young people who have committed offences using prescribed assessment tools and within required timescales.
• Prepare high‑standard reports for Courts and Out of Court panels to assist sentencers.
• Make safety judgements and devise Risk Management Plans to protect young people, the public and reduce re‑offending.
• Adhere to Engagement, Compliance and Enforcement procedures and local standards.
• Ensure participation of young people in service delivery and centralise their lived experiences.
• Incorporate the victim’s voice in all assessments and support safety planning with victim leads.
• Cover all Youth Court appearances, including weekends and bank holidays.
• Record all interactions accurately on the Youth Justice Team database within appropriate timescales.
• Conduct home visits, calls and other outreach as required by risk levels.
• Take responsibility for continuous professional learning and development.

• Competitive leave entitlement
• Generous local government pension scheme
• Wellbeing support and staff networks
• Development and training opportunities
• Staff discounts and benefits schemes
• Further information available in the benefits booklet.

Shortlisting will take place week commencing 29th June 2026; interviews tentatively scheduled for Friday 10th July 2026.

Rebecca Taylor
Tel:
Email: rebe

City of Doncaster Council welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults.

We are a Disability Confident employer and offer reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria.

Address
Civic Office
Waterdale
Doncaster
DN1 3BU