Job Details:
Job Reference: HCC622195
Salary Range: £33,178 - £36,369 per annum
Work Location: Oakmeadow Children's Centre, Fareham (Hybrid Working)
Hours per week: 37
Contract Type: Temporary until 31 March 2027
Closing Date: 5 October 2025
Interview Date: 14 October 2025
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Turnaround Officer to join our Youth Justice team at Hampshire County Council.
Are you looking for a challenging and diverse role working as part of a friendly and supportive team, with an opportunity to make a real difference?
The Role:
The Youth Justice Service (YJS) a multi-disciplinary team which works with children aged 10 -17 years old who are at risk of offending or re-offending and subject to a range of community and custodial interventions; including delivery of Prevention services.
Prevention intends to positively impact local areas, aiming for:
-Lower levels of criminal activity
-More children engaged in positive activities
-Families receiving more support
-Improved outcomes for children and their families
As a Prevention Officer, you will manage a caseload of young people on the periphery of offending but also those who may be subject to bail support and/or who are released under investigation on voluntary basis.
You will work closely with our Police staff, Youth Justice Service colleagues and other professionals to ensure that the child and their families are included in a holistic assessment and support process.
What you’ll do:
In this role, you’ll play a vital part in supporting vulnerable young people by developing and delivering early intervention and prevention programs aimed at reducing the risk of offending. Working closely with schools, families, children’s services, and community partners, you’ll identify those most at risk and provide tailored support to help them thrive.
You’ll conduct thorough assessments to understand each young person’s needs, risks, and strengths, and offer one-to-one mentoring and guidance to help them make positive choices. You’ll also design and facilitate group workshops on key topics such as decision-making, peer pressure, and emotional regulation, empowering young people to build resilience and confidence.
Your work will involve monitoring and evaluating the impact of interventions, maintaining accurate case records and reports, and promoting engagement in education, training, and community activities. You’ll advocate for young people’s rights and needs within the justice and social care systems, contribute to multi-agency meetings, and actively participate in safeguarding processes.
Staying informed on youth justice policies, local trends, and best practices will be essential to ensure your approach remains effective and responsive to emerging challenges.
What we’re looking for:
-Passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people
-Experience working with children or young people in a youth justice, education, social care, or community setting
-Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust
-Knowledge of safeguarding, child development, and trauma-informed approaches
-Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-agency team
-Resilient, reflective, and committed to continuous learning
-Organised and able to manage a varied caseload effectively
Why join us?
Our benefits package includes details of the holiday entitlement, pension scheme, flexi-time scheme, family friendly policies and interest free travel loans and discounts. We offer a flexible, motivating and inclusive workplace. We have created an environment that you can look forward to being a part of, where you are empowered to be your best and a workplace built on teamwork where people can grow and develop in their roles.
If you think you have what it takes to make a real difference in Hampshire, get in touch!
Additional Information:
Youth Justice Service Prevention Officer Candidate Pack
Vetting Requirements:
This post is subject to a Criminal Records Check. As such, please note that under safer recruitment requirements for Children's Services, references will be requested prior to interview.
Contact Details for an Informal Discussion:
Gemma Murray, Prevention and Diversion Team Leader on gemma.murray2hants.gov.uk or 07395 360538
Hampshire County Council is 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 this commitment.
In order to combat discrimination, no unnecessary conditions or requirements will be applied which could have a disproportionately adverse effect on any one group. All sections of the population will have equal access to jobs. No applicant or employee will receive less favourable treatment because of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership and pregnancy or maternity, unless a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) applies.
We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.
