Youth Justice Probation Officer

Youth Justice Probation Officer - Manchester £25-£30 per hour | 6-month contract | Potential to extend CRA Consulting are currently working with a local authority based in Manchester who are seeking an experienced Youth Justice Probation Officer to join their Children's Services team on an initial 6-month contract, with the opportunity for the assignment to be extended. The successful candidate will manage a caseload of young people and their families, with a key focus on preventing and reducing offending.

You will be responsible for assessing risk, managing interventions and supervising young people subject to court orders and other sentences.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage a caseload of young people and families involved with the Youth Justice Service. Complete assessments of risk of harm, re-offending and offence-related needs. Prepare high-quality reports for court and other agencies. Supervise and manage pre-sentence interventions, sentences and court orders. Develop and deliver appropriate programmes and interventions. Support young people subject to custodial sentences and post-release supervision. Work closely with partner agencies to reduce and prevent youth offending.

Maintain accurate and timely case records and information systems. Ensure safeguarding and national standards are consistently met. Requirements:
Qualified Probation Officer with Professional Qualification in Probation (PQiP) . Previous experience within probation and/or youth justice. Strong understanding of risk assessment, safeguarding and offending behaviour. Excellent communication and report-writing skills. Ability to manage a caseload effectively and work to deadlines. Enhanced DBS disclosure will be required. Why apply? £25-£30 per hour Initial 6-month contract Opportunity to extend Work within Manchester City Council's Youth Justice Service Meaningful role supporting young people and reducing re-offending If you are a qualified Probation Officer with Youth Justice experience and are interested in discussing the role, apply below or contact Umar at CRA Consulting for a confidential conversation.