Youth Justice Case Worker

Kingston upon Thames, United Kingdom Posted on 20/08/2026

Job Description 3 months contract with a local authority Summary

• The Youth Justice Case Worker will join the Youth Justice Service on a 3-month contract with a local authority, earning £256.43 per day through an umbrella company. This role is pivotal in curbing offending and reoffending among children and young people. The successful candidate will handle a caseload of young individuals referred by the Police or sentenced by the Courts. Responsibilities include conducting thorough assessments, crafting intervention plans, and providing effective support to foster positive outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a complex caseload of young individuals engaged with the Youth Justice Service.
• Conduct detailed and high-quality assessments using the AssetPlus framework.
• Create, execute, monitor, and revise intervention plans tailored to individual needs and risks.
• Keep precise and timely case records in line with Youth Justice National Standards, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with court orders, out-of-court disposals, and intervention programs.
• Implement targeted interventions to reduce offending behavior and prevent reoffending.
• Encourage desistance from crime by addressing underlying factors such as education, employment, emotional wellbeing, family relationships, and community involvement.
• Utilize trauma-informed and restorative approaches when engaging with young people and families.
• Assist young people in repairing harm caused by offending behavior and making positive life changes.

Requirements Essential Experience Required

• Prior experience in Youth Justice casework.
• Experience working with children, young people, and families exhibiting offending behavior.
• Experience managing a caseload within Youth Justice or a related statutory service.
• Experience in completing high-quality assessments and support plans using AssetPlus or similar frameworks.

Essential Qualifications Required

• Level 4 qualification or higher in a relevant field such as:
  • Youth Justice
  • Youth and Community Work
  • Social Care
  • Probation
  • Criminology
  • Criminal Justice
  • Social Work

Additional Information

• Working hours: 36 hours per week
• Enhanced DBS required.
• Location: High Street, Kingston upon Thames, Greater London, KT1 1EU, United Kingdom
• Hybrid work pattern with a minimum of 3 days office or Court based.
• The role closes on 25th August 2026