Youth Justice Support Worker

Sacro’s mission is to deliver life-changing services that empower people, give hope and protection, and help to build safe communities

Fife Youth Justice Service

Youth Justice Support Worker

37.5 hours per week

Fixed term to 30 September 2026 with the possibility of 1 year extension

If you are interested in part time hours for this role, please see our other vacancy for this here Youth Justice Support Worker | Sacro

Salary: SCP 20 – 22, currently £23,400 - £24,585 per annum

Sacro provide Restorative Justice and one to one Behavioural change programmes to assist young people to address offending behaviour and, where appropriate, to support young people to make amends to address their behaviour by making amends to the person they have harmed.

The successful candidate will be responsible for working directly with young people as part of an existing Youth Justice team. The successful candidate should have experience of working with young people who offend and have knowledge of psychosocial and psychological interventions, Restorative Justice and experience of delivering group work programmes.

The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills. The ability to work both as part of a team and independently. Experience of multi-disciplinary team working would be an advantage. A commitment to Sacro’s value base is essential.

For an informal discussion regarding this position please contact James Michie or Kerry Page via email on jmichie@sacro.org.uk or kpage@sacro.org.uk

A valid driving licence is essential for this post.

Membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme (PVG) will be a requirement for this post.

Closing Date: 28 November 2024

Interview Date: 11 December 2024

Sacro values diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community