We adopt a 'name blind' approach to shortlisting.
Recruiting managers will not have access to personal information, including your name and contact details, until a shortlisting decision has been made - please note that this also includes any CV uploaded.
Equality monitoring information is not accessible by recruiting managers at any stage.Organisation: KirkleesDirectorate: Children & FamiliesService Area: Child Protection & Family SupportHours: 37Number of Jobs: 1Location(s): 12 New Street, Huddersfield, HD1 2AR & Thomas Street, Batley, WF17 8PRPosition type: PermanentGrade: 9-11Plus an annually reviewed Market Rate Supplement of £1,500 for Level 3 Social Worker will apply.Our employees are at the very heart of the services we provide to the community, and to help us achieve our ambitions, we want the best possible team.
In return, we will make sure you are rewarded with a great range of staff benefits to support you in and out of work.We have opened this job advert to invite Newly Qualified Social Workers to apply (please see the grade 9 job spec attached).
This only applies to AYSEs that are already social work qualified and registered with Social Work England.
You must be eligible to start work within 3 months.Kirklees Youth Justice Service (YJS) is a multi-agency partnership comprising social work, health, police, careers, restorative justice, probation, and youth justice professionals.The YJS sits alongside the Youth Engagement Team, which together form the Youth Engagement Service, providing support for children identified at risk of all forms of exploitation and criminal behaviours.
As a Social Worker within the YJS, you will be working closely with Youth Engagement Team colleagues and will on occasion be responsible for working with children at risk of exploitation as well as offending.The primary focus of the role will be working within the YJS to engage children in the justice system in order to prevent further offending and support them to reach their potential and contribute positively to their communities.The Youth Justice Service models child-first principles, putting children at the heart of service provision, identifying/tackling the drivers for offending, recognising structural barriers, and supporting children to develop pro-social, positive behaviours.
We promote children's individual strengths, building positive relationships and working in a constructive, future-focused way.
We promote diversion from the formal justice system where possible, with the majority of the children working with our Service doing so through out of court disposals.Restorative justice is central to what we do.
This means we give victims a voice in our decision-making, encourage children to take responsibility for their behaviour, and give them an opportunity to make amends.The Person:We are looking for:Social work experience and a good understanding of the social work role within a youth justice setting.Experience of working positively across a multi-agency team.A commitment to equalities and an understanding of the structural barriers faced by children in the justice system.Ability to engage children and families and to work in an inclusive, collaborative, and trauma-informed way.Address safety concerns, both for the child's own safety and wellbeing and that of others.Knowledge of youth justice practice including relevant legislation, government guidelines, and best practice principles.Ability to use case management systems and procedures and to produce high-quality analytical written assessments, plans, and interventions.Commitment to restorative working, taking into account the views and interests of victims and issues of public safety and confidence.Experience and understanding of delivering services to those at risk of child exploitation, gang affiliation, and criminal influences.Flexibility, positivity, and an ability to work to deadlines.Interviews will take place week commencing 6th February 2025.Theresa Racz is the manager for this role, please contact them on 01484 221000 for an informal discussion, or if you need any more information.This job is subject to a DBS check at the appropriate level; please refer to the Job Description/Profile.
A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.We know there's a wealth of talent among people who have a disability and we encourage applications from people with all differing abilities.
If you need any support completing an application form, or any other format for the application or Job Description please contact the Recruitment Team for help by email: ****** or phone: 01484 221000 and ask for 'Recruitment'.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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