Senior Child and Youth Justice Worker

Lake Champlain Chamber

. Work directly with children aged 8–18 and their families .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeUnited KingdomSenior💰 £37,563 - £42,123 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in conducting assessments and interventions for children and families, utilizing a child-first, trauma-informed, strengths-based, and restorative approach. Builds meaningful relationships with stakeholders while enhancing professional practice through consultation and workforce development.

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Relevant DegreePCEP in Youth JusticeSocial Work QualificationExperience in Child and Family SupportDBS Disclosure Application

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Hard Skills

Assessment CompletionIntervention DeliveryConsultation SkillsAIM3 Assessment SupportWorkforce Development

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingCommunication SkillsCollaboration with Agencies

Industry Keywords

Child-First ApproachTrauma-Informed CareStrengths-Based PracticeRestorative ApproachYouth Justice

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work directly with children aged 8–18 and their families
Complete effective assessments and interventions that promote positive outcomes
Work in close partnership with agencies and professionals
Undertake consultations
Support completion of AIM3 assessments
Deliver direct intervention work with children and families
Develop the Harmful Sexual Behaviour support offer across CYJS, Children Social Care, and Early Help services
Enhance professional understanding and practice through consultation, assessment, intervention, and workforce development
Build meaningful relationships with children, families, parents, carers, and partner agencies
Travel countywide to meet service need

Requirements

What you’ll need

Relevant degree, Degree with PCEP in Youth Justice, and/or a recognised professional qualification such as Social Work, Youth Work, or Probation
Required experience, knowledge, and skills outlined within the person specification
Commitment to a child-first, trauma-informed, strengths-based, and restorative approach
Ability to travel countywide to meet service need
Ability to provide a car for use in connection with the duties of the post
Car must be insured for business use
Must apply for a DBS disclosure if successful
Must provide a supporting statement evidencing how the criteria are met
This role is not open to international sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive training package, including AIM qualifications
Additional HSB training
Bespoke professional development opportunities
Supportive management structure
Varied workload
Direct opportunity to make a difference to children and families
Range of benefits offered by Lancashire County Council