£34,434- £37,280
/*generated inline style */ Advert WordingJoin Us in Shaping Brighter Futures: Help Prevent Youth Crime in Kirklees. We have a new opportunity that has arisen within our youth justice service. We are looking for someone who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people. Join the Kirklees Youth Engagement Service as we launch our Young Futures Prevention Pathway—a forward-thinking initiative designed to identify and support young people at risk of being drawn into crime.
This is a unique opportunity to be part of a new multi-agency partnership model, with real impact and community value. You'll work alongside professionals in Youth Justice, Health, Education, Police, Early Help, and the Voluntary Sector, forming a Prevention Partnership Panel to change young lives. This exciting opportunity has arisen within the Youth Engagement Service. This new team will consist of Youth Engagement officers, a Coordinator/Youth Engagement Officer and analytical support. This team will be managed within the YJS and by a Youth Justice Team Manager.
This new pathway is designed to work in line with the ‘Safer Streets Mission’ and ‘the Young Futures’ ambition: ‘Young Futures Prevention Partnerships will identify children and young people vulnerable to being drawn into crime and ensure access to appropriate support, including via Young Futures Hubs and other appropriate interventions and services.’
We are looking to recruit someone who can fulfil this combined post. Part of your time will be spent coordinating the prevention pathway panel —securing consent, gathering information, and presenting to the multi-agency panel. You’ll act as the linchpin between services, families, and young people to ensure smooth, timely, and respectful delivery. You will also be required to undertake some aspects of the Youth Engagement Officer role.
Who We're Looking For
We’re seeking values-driven professionals who:Have experience working with children and families in complex circumstances.Are confident in multi-agency settings.Understand trauma-informed and child-centred practices.Can build relationships and foster trust with young people.Can work flexibly, creatively, and collaboratively.Why Join Us?
Be part of an innovative pilot with local and national backing.Work in a respected service (highlighted as good practice in the 2022 JTAI).Contribute to long-term crime prevention and community safety.Receive professional support and development within a forward-thinking team.Help shape a system where no young person falls through the cracks.Apply Now
This is your chance to be part of something impactful. If you're ready to help shape safer, stronger futures for young people in Kirklees, we want to hear from you.
Interview will be scheduled for Friday the 29th of August 2025.
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