Probation Officer; Social Care - Qualified - Child and Youth Justice Service Team

Probation Officer (Social Care – Qualified) – Child and Youth Justice Service Team

Job Title: Probation Officer (Social Care – Qualified)
Specialism: Criminal Justice – Child and Youth Justice Service
Location: County Hall, Preston (PR1 8RE
), covering Central and East Lancashire (Preston, Burnley, and surrounding areas)
Salary: £21.14 per hour
Contract Type: Full-time, Temporary
Contract Duration: 6 months
Hours: 37 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 09:00–17:00)

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a qualified Probation Officer to join the Child and Youth Justice Service based at County Hall in Preston. This six-month full-time assignment offers a competitive hourly rate of £21.14 and provides the chance to work across Central and East Lancashire, supporting children and young people within both custody and community settings. The role blends social care expertise with criminal justice practice, contributing directly to positive outcomes for vulnerable young people.

Full-Time Stability: Enjoy a structured Monday–Friday working pattern with weekends free for personal time.

Hourly Pay: Benefit from transparent hourly remuneration, offering flexibility and financial clarity.

Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a range of professionals across social care, justice, health, and education.

Professional Development: Access ongoing training opportunities to strengthen your knowledge and advance your career.

Supportive Work Setting: Join a team that values wellbeing, work-life balance, and reflective practice.

Supervise and support children and young people in custody and in the community, particularly those assessed as high‑risk.

Undertake risk and needs assessments using Youth Justice Service frameworks, including Asset Plus.

Develop, implement, and review tailored intervention plans to support rehabilitation and positive behavioural change.

Prepare high-quality reports for Youth and Crown Courts, ensuring accuracy and adherence to statutory requirements.

Work closely with partner agencies to promote coordinated support for children and their families.

Champion diversity, inclusion, trauma‑informed practice, and restorative approaches within all aspects of the role.

Qualified Probation Officer (preferred) or Qualified Social Worker (considered).

Registration with the appropriate governing body.

Proven experience working with children and young people within the criminal justice system.

Ability and willingness to travel across Central and East Lancashire.

Strong commitment to child‑centred, evidence‑based, and trauma‑informed practice.

County Hall is situated in Preston, a thriving city offering an ideal balance of rural surroundings and urban energy. With access to beautiful countryside, cultural attractions, and excellent transport links, Preston provides a dynamic and rewarding environment in which to live and work. This role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact while enjoying the professional and lifestyle advantages of one of the North West’s most vibrant regions.

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