Youth Justice Practitioner
| Posting date: | 06 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £30,841 to £33,699 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 22 March 2026 |
| Location: | Newport, Isle Of Wight |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Isle of Wight Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 2026_1753 |
Summary
37 hours per week
The Isle of Wight's Youth Justice Service is looking for a committed and enthusiastic person to join their busy team.
You will have worked with children, specifically those exhibiting risky or antisocial behaviours, and be able to demonstrate an awareness of issues relating to youth crime.
In addition, you will be able to demonstrate a commitment to ongoing practice development and improvement in frontline service delivery. This role will be expected to manage a varied caseload of children age 10-18 and contribute to overall team performance.
Educated to GCSE level, including passes in English and Maths, you will be a self-starter, with a good sense of humour and an ability to work well within a multi-agency team.
For further information or an informal discussion, please contact Ruth Hayles or Matthew Woodhouse on 01983 823011.
Interview date: 31/03/2026
Join #TeamIWC and you'll receive our staff benefits package, including:
Annual leave entitlement of 32 days p/a PLUS public holidays!
Local Government pension scheme
Discounted Solent ferry travel
Island bus network discount
Cycle to work scheme
Staff parking permit scheme
Discounted island sports & leisure gym membership
National and local discounts & benefits schemes
Relocation scheme of up to £8,000 may be available for some roles (subject to criteria)
Travel allowance may be available if commuting from the mainland (subject to criteria)
The Isle of Wight's Youth Justice Service is looking for a committed and enthusiastic person to join their busy team.
You will have worked with children, specifically those exhibiting risky or antisocial behaviours, and be able to demonstrate an awareness of issues relating to youth crime.
In addition, you will be able to demonstrate a commitment to ongoing practice development and improvement in frontline service delivery. This role will be expected to manage a varied caseload of children age 10-18 and contribute to overall team performance.
Educated to GCSE level, including passes in English and Maths, you will be a self-starter, with a good sense of humour and an ability to work well within a multi-agency team.
For further information or an informal discussion, please contact Ruth Hayles or Matthew Woodhouse on 01983 823011.
Interview date: 31/03/2026
Join #TeamIWC and you'll receive our staff benefits package, including:
Annual leave entitlement of 32 days p/a PLUS public holidays!
Local Government pension scheme
Discounted Solent ferry travel
Island bus network discount
Cycle to work scheme
Staff parking permit scheme
Discounted island sports & leisure gym membership
National and local discounts & benefits schemes
Relocation scheme of up to £8,000 may be available for some roles (subject to criteria)
Travel allowance may be available if commuting from the mainland (subject to criteria)
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