Senior Court Practice Lead; Youth Justice Service

Position: Senior Court Practice Lead (Youth Justice Service)
Location: North London

Senior Court Practice Lead (Youth Justice Service)

Local Authority | North London

A large local authority in North London is seeking an experienced Senior Court Practice Lead to join its Youth Justice Service on an ongoing interim basis.

This is a senior practice role within a statutory Youth Justice setting, providing leadership, quality assurance and court-facing expertise to ensure high-quality, child-centred outcomes for young people.

Assignment Details

Contract Length: 11 months (ongoing assignment)
Pay Rate: £31.28 per hour (Umbrella)

Hours:

35 hours per week
Working Pattern:
Hybrid - 2 to 3 days per week in the office
Office

Location:

Civic Centre, North London (EN1)

The Role

Reporting into the Youth Justice Service leadership team, the Senior Court Practice Lead will provide professional leadership across court-related practice, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, proportionate and child-focused youth justice interventions.

The post holder will act as a senior practice lead for a defined area of work, holding a small caseload where required and co-working complex cases alongside direct reports. The role will also champion best practice across the service and contribute to continuous improvement through close collaboration with Quality Assurance and Practice Leads.

Key Responsibilities

Provide a proactive, high-quality service to Magistrates' and Crown Courts on behalf of the Youth Justice Service
Lead and support court practice, ensuring compliance with statutory duties and youth justice legislation
Liaise effectively with Magistrates, Clerks, CPS, Defence Solicitors, Court Services and partner agencies
Ensure young people and their families are fully supported through court processes and understand outcomes and sentencing decisions
Promote proportionate, fair and child-centred sentencing outcomes
Champion best practice across the service and support practice development and service improvement
Hold or co-work a small number of complex cases where required
Support and mentor practitioners, embedding high standards of professional practice

Essential Requirements

Substantial experience within a Youth Justice Service or court-based youth justice role
Local authority / council or housing association experience is essential
Strong understanding of youth justice legislation, court procedures and statutory frameworks
Proven ability to work confidently with courts and multi-agency stakeholders
Experience supporting, mentoring or leading practitioners in complex environments📌 Applications without relevant local authority or youth justice experience will not be considered.

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