Job Description

Job Introduction

About Us

Oxfordshire Youth Justice Service is going through an exciting change as we integrate into a new Adolescence & Prevention Service. The Youth Justice Team will sit as a distinct team alongside Targeted Youth Work and the harm outside the home team. Oxfordshire is currently re-developing its harm outside the home framework and offer, and its a very exciting time to be part of a unique offer for adolescents in Oxfordshire. Oxfordshire Youth Justice Service is a dynamic and forward-thinking team, committed to continuous learning and holding ourselves to the highest standards for our children, families and victims in line with our Child First principles and the Victim's Code.


Please note our job descriptions are currently being updated and so please be aware that the scope of the role is as described in the advert and may be amended further.

About the Role

This is a case-management role working directly with children and families. Case-managers in Oxfordshire typically supervise a caseload of around 12-15 children alongside Court, Bail and Office duties. The role involves comprehensive assessment and planning using YJB-mandated tools, which requires skills in analytical-thinking, written communication and and understanding of 'what works' in supporting children to desist from offending. Creative and individualised intervention planning and delivery is supported and monitored through regular, reflective supervision. Case-managers in Oxfordshire provide bail and remand services to Court alongside writing reports to assist sentencing. This role will be required to work with children across the range of out-of-court disposals to statutory Court Orders, in the community and in custody.


Whilst this full-time role covers an 8.30 - 5pm working day, the service has to be responsive to the needs of our children and families and case-managers will often see children after school, work or college later in the day. Some evening and weekend working is therefore required to fulfill the service's statutory responsibilities. Oxfordshire YJS is a county-wide service and a full, valid driving license and willingness to travel is essential.

About you

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a robust understanding of child safeguarding and risk management planning, as well as a sound knowledge of child and adolescent development. You will be passionate about supporting some of Oxfordshire's most vulnerable children to thrive and make positive changes in their lives. You will be dynamic, resilient, pro-active and a strong team player. You will have exceptional support from the management team, regular, reflective supervision and access to a range of training and development opportunities. In return we expect case-managers to demonstrate personal responsibility and accountability for their practice and the highest standards to be upheld for our children and victims.

Rewards and benefits

Culture of flexible working Technology to support agile working where role permits Upto 33 days holiday p.a plus bank holidays Option to 'buy' additional holiday Employee Assistance Programme including access to health and wellbeing support Membership of the Local Government contributory pension scheme, with an employer's contribution of upto 19.9% Enhanced family friendly policies Local and national discounts for shopping and travel Great learning and development opportunities to support your ongoing development

Our commitment to:

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Oxfordshire County Council we are proud of our diverse workforce. Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave. We have a number of staff network groups which provide peer support, education and safe spaces for all.

Our commitment to:

Guaranteed Interview Schemes

As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job. We also guarantee interviews to care leavers who have completed further education and who meet the essential criteria for the job. For those leaving care without any further education, we guarantee an interview for our apprenticeships. We are also committed to helping and supporting those transitioning from HM Armed Forces to civilian life and guarantee an interview for those demonstrating the essential criteria for the role, within three years of leaving the service.

Our commitment to:

Safeguarding

Oxfordshire County Council are 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 these commitments.

Our commitment to:

Flexible Working

We are open to discussions about flexible working, which can include flexi-time, full time and part time working, job sharing, nine-day fortnights and annualised hours, depending on the requirements of the role and the service.

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