Restorative Approaches Practitioner

offer a range of services to children and their carers including structured based on evidence-informed practice principles that aim to prevent offending and anti-social behaviour and manage the risk of harm children present to themselves and others
- deliver restorative interventions, which will include working with victims of youth crime
- attend Youth Courts (when trained and as required)
- have access to a range of specialist services and be based within a multi-agency team
- be required to work some weekends and evenings
- be expected to work towards the Youth Justice Effective Practice Certificate (YJEPC) unless you already hold it or an equivalent qualification. The YJEPC will be fully funded by Suffolk Youth Justice Service.

You will need
- Knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations and guidance as appropriate to role
- Experience of collaborative work with families
- Ability to recognise and act on Child Protection and risk issues and escalate as appropriate
You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (docx). If you think you have what it takes to be successful in this role, even if you don't meet all the requirements, please apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.

The team
Suffolk Youth Justice Service is a multi-agency partnership hosted by Suffolk County Council that focuses on addressing youth crime and its impacts. The service works with children who are involved in or at risk of entering the Youth Justice System, as well as their parents, carers, and the victims of youth crime. Its primary aim is twofold: to prevent offending by children and young people while also protecting the public from potential harm caused by their behavior. Simultaneously, the service is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of these young individuals, striving to enhance their life aspirations and opportunities. This comprehensive approach allows the Suffolk Youth Justice Service to address the complex issues surrounding youth crime while supporting the positive development of the children involved.

Empowering Everyone
We're big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We're always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report

Are you passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of children and young people in Suffolk?
- Do you have good assessment and planning skills and are flexible and persistent?
- Able to work constructively with children and families and victims of crime, in challenging circumstances?
- Would you welcome the opportunity to work within a multi-agency team who are self-motivated, resilient, well organised and committed to supporting children, families and victims?
If so, we have a challenging but immensely rewarding opportunity to join the Suffolk Youth Justice Service (SYJS) within our team in Ipswich.
This opportunity may suit applicants with a wide range of previous experience, but whatever your background you will need excellent information-gathering and analytical skills and be committed to your own professional development.
We are very particularly keen to hear from applicants with a social work, police or probation background.

£32,076 to £34,834 per annum (pro rata if part time) - starting salary
- 37 hours per week - Flexible working options available
- Permanent, This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Hybrid
As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We're driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities.
In return, you'll enjoy:

up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days
membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits
performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase
training and encouragement to expand your knowledge
a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation
diverse and active staff networks
flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day

Plus lots more!