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Senior Practitioner - Youth Justice Service
Location: 38-46 Station Road, London
Salary: £53,607 per annum
Contract: Full-time, Permanent (36 hours per week)
Closing Date: 23rd March 2025
Interview Date: Week commencing 7th April 2025

Haringey Council seeks an experienced Senior Practitioner to lead a team within the Youth Justice Service, supporting young people and families to reduce offending and reoffending.

The Role

Manage a small team of youth justice professionals, ensuring high-quality support.
Develop and oversee specialist interventions in partnership with key agencies.
Hold a complex caseload, providing direct support to young people and families.
Ensure quality assurance, reviewing casework and improving service delivery.
Act as Duty Manager on a rota basis, including occasional out-of-hours cover.
Mentor and support colleagues, assisting with casework, assessments, and court reports.
Drive public protection and safeguarding across the service.
Deputise for the Youth Justice Team Manager as needed.

About You

A recognised Social Work qualification (HCPC registered) or an equivalent qualification in Probation, Youth Work, or Teaching, with three years' experience in youth justice.
Experience in staff supervision, case management, and performance monitoring.
Strong knowledge of youth justice legislation, safeguarding, and intervention strategies.
Court experience and a commitment to reducing reoffending and promoting rehabilitation.

Why Join Us?

Haringey is a diverse and forward-thinking borough committed to innovation in youth justice. Our service has:

Achieved the Youth Justice SEND Quality Lead Status with a Child First Commendation.
Pioneered innovative interventions to support young people.
Established itself as an AQA-accredited licence centre for professional development.This is an excellent opportunity to make a real impact in youth justice.

Apply now.

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