Youth Offending Team Worker Role Profile
Youth Offending Team Worker – Plymouth Youth Justice Service
Putting Children First. Building Brighter Futures.
Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and young people? Do you believe in second chances, strengths-based support, and helping young people thrive? If so, we’d love to hear from you.
Plymouth Youth Justice Service (YJS) is looking for a full-time practitioner to join our dynamic, child-first team. This is a unique opportunity to work directly with children and young people who may be at risk of offending or reoffending, helping them to build positive futures and stronger connections with their communities.
What You’ll Do
Build trusting relationships with children, young people, and their families.
Develop our Youth Justice Children’s Board and work with our One Children’s Service Participation Team, to gain the views and experiences of children in conflict with the law
Work with parents and carers to ensure they have their say and the Youth Justice Service supports their own involvement with their child’s progress
Deliver creative, meaningful interventions that reduce risk and promote inclusion.
Support young people to understand the impact of their actions and make amends.
Champion the voices of victims and ensure they are heard and respected.
Work flexibly, including evenings and weekends, to meet the needs of young people.
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking someone who is:
Child-First in their approach, always putting the needs and rights of young people first by following the Child First principles:
Treat Children as Children
Build pro-social identity
Collaborate with children
Divert from stigma
You will be motivated and adaptable, with a strong commitment to equity and inclusion, as well as skilled in building rapport, communicating effectively, and working collaboratively.
You’ll need:
A full driving licence.
Strong IT and organisational skills.
The ability to work to tight deadlines and deliver high-quality support.
Why Join Us?
You’ll be part of a passionate, multi-agency team that believes in the power of restorative practice, early intervention, and youth voice. We’re committed to creating safer communities by supporting young people to make positive choices and realise their potential.
For an informal chat about the role, contact Julie Pinch on 01752 306999.
Please note: This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Closing Date: Tuesday 12 August 2025
Plymouth City Council is an equal opportunities employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of age, care experience, disability, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, race, religion/belief, sex or sexual orientation.
As part of our commitment to promoting equality we offer guaranteed interviews to those who meet the essential criteria and are considered disabled, care experienced or are an Armed Forces Service Leaver within the last two years.
