About this role
Job Details: Job Reference: HCC625384 Salary Range: £34,273 - £37,570 per annum Work Location: Basingstoke Discovery Centre, Basingstoke Hours per week: 37 Contract Type: Temporary (12 months) Closing Date: 6 December 2026
The Role
The purpose of this role is to work as part of the Youth Justice Service (YJS), responsible for the development and delivery of effective and innovative interventions and reparation projects to prevent and reduce offending by children and young people, using trauma informed, child -first and restorative approaches. Within the team there are a wide range of professionals including specialist practitioners in mental health, Police, Probation, Restorative Justice, Parenting and Education, Training and Employment. This combined multi- disciplinary team allows Hampshire Youth Justice Service to function at the highest level.
What you’ll do
Hampshire Youth Justice Service offers you the chance to make real changes to children and families lives in a dynamic and creative way. This role offers the successful candidate an opportunity to work in a specialist field whilst being part of a committed, creative and experienced team. We are a high-quality service that strives to support the complex needs of children, to achieve sustainable outcomes for those children within the criminal justice system.
What we’re looking for
Passionate about making a difference for children, young people and families . Experienced in working with vulnerable children and families facing complex challenges . Skilled at building relationships, communicating effectively and working in partnership. Confident in assessing risk, making decisions and delivering positive outcomes . Organised , adaptable and able to manage a varied workload.
Why join us?
Annual leave starting from 25 days per annum and rising to 28 days based on experience and length of service. A hybrid tablet device, so you can work more effectively and flexibly. 5 personal development days per annum. Ample progression opportunities. Flexible working options to fit around today's lifestyles. In addition to working for one of the top performing children's social care authorities in the country, Hampshire is also one of the best places to live and work. Located on the south coast, with excellent transport links up and down the country, Hampshire offers the perfect blend of rural and city living. You'll find miles of lovely coastline, nature reserves and heritage sites, which are just some of the benefits of living in Hampshire. Find out more about the benefits of working for Hampshire County Council and the rewards we can offer you.
Additional Information: Youth Justice Service Practitioner Candidate Pack Vetting
Requirements
This post is subject to a Criminal Records Check. As such, please note that under safer recruitment requirements for Children’s Services, references will be requested prior to interview . Contact Details for an Informal Discussion: Alexandra Jones, Team Manager on [email protected] Hampshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group.
All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies. We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.