Youth work Work, Jobs in Southampton, Eng (with Salaries)

Youth Justice Officer
Southampton City Council —Southampton
- £37,280 - £40,778 a year
- Full-time
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
13d
Youth Engagement Coordinator - Casual Hours
YMCA Fairthorne Group —Southampton
- £12.71 an hour
- Part-time
- Mentoring
- IT
- Teaching
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Employee assistance programme
Quick apply
4d
Youth Development Worker - Renal
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust —Southampton
- £32,073 - £39,043 a year
- Weekend availability
- Hybrid work
- Travel
- Time management
- Flexible schedule
11d
Support Worker (Young People 16–18) – Full Time
Progression Care Limited —Southampton
- £34,425 a year
- Overtime
- Working with children
- IT
- In-person
- Annual leave
Quick apply
6d
Speech and Language Therapy Assistant
Yarrow Heights —Southampton
- £23,495 - £26,000 a year
- Full-time
- Childcare
- Computer literacy
- Microsoft Office
- Free parking
Quick apply
10d
Behaviour Support Practitioner
Advantage Education —Sarisbury Green
- £90 - £110 a day
- Full-time
- Childcare
- Working with children
- Mentoring
- Free parking
- Referral programme
Quick apply
Secure Childrens Home Support Worker (Weekends)
Hampshire County Council —Southampton
- £27,780 - £30,564 a year
- Weekends only
Therapeutic Support Worker - children & young people
Keys Children —Woolston
- From £14.45 an hour
- Full-time
- English
- Communication skills
- Paid training
- Annual leave
Quick apply
Support Worker (Young People 16–18) – 30 Hours per Week
Progression Care Limited —Southampton
- £27,480 a year
- Overtime
- IT
- In-person
- Care plans
- Annual leave
Quick apply
6d
Secure Children's Home Support Worker
Hampshire County Council —Southampton
- £32,780 - £35,564 a year
- Weekend availability
Therapeutic Support Worker - learning Difficulties
Keys Children —Southampton
- From £14.45 an hour
- Full-time
- Military
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Quick apply
Residential Support Worker for young people
Keys Children —Southampton
- From £14.45 an hour
- Communication skills
- Paid training
- Annual leave
Quick apply
Children's Support Worker for Residential Home
S.N.G Healthcare Limited —Hedge End
- £30,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Childcare
- Computer literacy
- Working with children
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Quick apply
Youth Support Worker
SOLENT YOUTH ACTION —Eastleigh
- £13.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Working with children
- Driving
- Mentoring
Quick apply
Student Mentor – Preparation for Adulthood (PfA) and Wellbeing
Oarsome Chance —Portsmouth
- £27,300 - £28,119 a year
- Full-time
- Working with children
- Travel
- Mentoring
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
Quick apply
7d
Senior Therapeutic Support Worker
Keys Children —Southampton
- £16.25 an hour
- Part-time
- Care plans
- Communication skills
- Paid training
- Annual leave
Quick apply
Student Mentor-Outdoor Activities
Oarsome Chance —Portsmouth
- £27,300 - £28,119 a year
- Full-time
- First Aid Certification
- Travel
- Mentoring
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
Quick apply
Lead Youth Worker
South Wight Area Youth Partnership —Ventnor
- £27,500 - £29,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Working with children
- Mentoring
- In-person
- Relocation assistance
Quick apply
11d
Independent Travel Trainer
Hampshire County Council —Winchester
- £33,178 - £36,369 a year
- Temporary
- Hybrid work
- Childcare
- Working with children
- Travel
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Family Intervention Practitioners - Multiple Roles
BCP Council —Bournemouth
- From £34,434 a year
- Part-time
- Travel
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance programme
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Youth Justice Officer

Southampton City Council -
Southampton

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
£37,280 - £40,778 a year
13 days ago

Benefits

Cycle to work scheme
Company pension
Employee assistance programme
Employee discount
Paid volunteer time
Car scheme

Full job description

Organisation

Southampton City Council

Service Area

Young Peoples Service

Job Location

Civic Centre, Southampton SO14 7LY

Contract Length

Permanent

Work Hours

Full Time - 37 Hours per week

Salary

£37,280 - £40,778 per annum

Special Requirements

Enhanced DBS Check Required

Closing Date

14/07/2026

Job Reference

16885

Documents

Job Description

Role: Youth Justice Officer

Location: Southampton Youth Justice Service

Salary: Grade 8 £37,280 - £40,778 per annum

Contract Type: Permanent

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Youth Justice Officer to join Southampton Youth Justice within Southampton City Council. This is a key role in our multi-disciplinary team and primarily you will be expected to engage, assess and work directly with children aged 10 -17 years who are at risk of offending or who have offended. The Southampton Youth Justice Service are seeking someone with a strong background in working with children who pose a risk of harm to others, and an individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

What you’ll be doing:

To provide Youth Justice services as defined by the Crime and Disorder Act 1998 as part of a multi-agency team, with the primary aim of preventing reoffending by children.
To engage with children who are at risk of, or who have entered the formal justice system by assessing, identify, and planning critical pathways for intervention to reduce the risk of reoffending using assessment tools such as Asset+ and the Prevention and Diversion Assessment.
To formulate engagement plans, identity interventions, make referrals and signpost to services that support children and families to make positive life choices.
To manage a caseload of children who pose a risk of offending / causing serious harm to others including assessment and management of alternative packages to custody including bail ISS (Intensive Supervision and Surveillance).
To prepare pre-sentence reports that include assessment of dangerousness and to attend Court to provide risk-informed recommendations.
To support the child’s family to access universal services.
To contribute to service development, quality assurance, and implementation of best practices

What we’re looking for:

Child First practice and approaches to working with children
Risk management that centres victims rights and voices
A commitment to safeguarding and creating safe, structured environments for change.
A proactive, solution-focused approach to case management
Strong partnership working skills and a belief in the potential of every child.

Why join us?

Southampton Youth Justice Service is a dynamic and forward-thinking team, committed to innovation and impact. You will be part of a service that values professional curiosity, trauma-informed practice, and collaborative working. We offer regular supervision, opportunities for professional development, and a supportive team culture.

Southampton is a city facing real challenges around serious youth violence, and our Youth Justice Service is at the heart of the response. We are a high-performing, creative, and committed team working with children who present complex risks and vulnerabilities. We’re looking for someone who shares our passion for supporting children in the justice system and who brings expertise, energy, and a strong sense of purpose. If you are ready to contribute to innovative solutions, and help shape safer futures for children and communities, we would love to hear from you.

What we can offer you:

Salary: The salary band for this role is £37,280 - £40,778 per annum. The starting salary is £37,280 with annual progression through the salary bands.

Here at SCC we have a range of different benefits, a few examples can be found below.

Excellent local government pension with 15.2% employer contribution
Death in service benefit of x3 salary, and optional salary sacrifice shared cost AVC (additional voluntary contribution)
Generous holiday 25–31 days, based on role and service
Flexible working options (role-dependent)
Family-friendly policies - Maternity, Paternity, Adoption, Shared/Unpaid Parental Leave, Time off for Dependents
Training and development, including coaching and mentoring
Health and wellbeing support - Employee Assistance Programme, Menopause Pledge, Mental Health First Aiders and access to a variety of staff networks
Veteran-friendly employer with the Armed Forces Covenant
Retail discounts and savings through the Southampton City Council benefits platform
Discounted memberships at local sports and fitness centres
Sustainable travel benefits - low emission car scheme, cycle to work, season ticket loans
Employee volunteering scheme with 2 paid days leave to volunteer

For further information on our benefits package please visit: Employee benefits (southampton.gov.uk)

Interview Information:

Please note that interviews are scheduled for 4th and 8th August 2026.

Contact details for informal discussion:

For further information and details regarding the role, please contact Anna Kingdom, Team Manager at [email protected]

Recruitment contact details:

Email: [email protected]
Tel: 023 8083 4033

For more information about SCC please visit Southampton City Council
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Youth Justice Officer

Location: Southampton Youth Justice Service

Salary: Grade 8 £37,280 - £40,778 per annum

Contract Type: Permanent

What you’ll be doing:

To provide Youth Justice services as defined by the Crime and Disorder Act 1998 as part of a multi-agency team, with the primary aim of preventing reoffending by children.
To engage with children who are at risk of, or who have entered the formal justice system by assessing, identify, and planning critical pathways for intervention to reduce the risk of reoffending using assessment tools such as Asset+ and the Prevention and Diversion Assessment.
To formulate engagement plans, identity interventions, make referrals and signpost to services that support children and families to make positive life choices.
To manage a caseload of children who pose a risk of offending / causing serious harm to others including assessment and management of alternative packages to custody including bail ISS (Intensive Supervision and Surveillance).
To prepare pre-sentence reports that include assessment of dangerousness and to attend Court to provide risk-informed recommendations.
To support the child’s family to access universal services.
To contribute to service development, quality assurance, and implementation of best practices

What we’re looking for:

Child First practice and approaches to working with children
Risk management that centres victims rights and voices
A commitment to safeguarding and creating safe, structured environments for change.
A proactive, solution-focused approach to case management
Strong partnership working skills and a belief in the potential of every child.

Why join us?

What we can offer you:

Salary: The salary band for this role is £37,280 - £40,778 per annum. The starting salary is £37,280 with annual progression through the salary bands.

Here at SCC we have a range of different benefits, a few examples can be found below.

Excellent local government pension with 15.2% employer contribution
Death in service benefit of x3 salary, and optional salary sacrifice shared cost AVC (additional voluntary contribution)
Generous holiday 25–31 days, based on role and service
Flexible working options (role-dependent)
Family-friendly policies - Maternity, Paternity, Adoption, Shared/Unpaid Parental Leave, Time off for Dependents
Training and development, including coaching and mentoring
Health and wellbeing support - Employee Assistance Programme, Menopause Pledge, Mental Health First Aiders and access to a variety of staff networks
Veteran-friendly employer with the Armed Forces Covenant
Retail discounts and savings through the Southampton City Council benefits platform
Discounted memberships at local sports and fitness centres
Sustainable travel benefits - low emission car scheme, cycle to work, season ticket loans
Employee volunteering scheme with 2 paid days leave to volunteer

For further information on our benefits package please visit: Employee benefits (southampton.gov.uk)

Interview Information:

Please note that interviews are scheduled for 4th and 8th August 2026.

Contact details for informal discussion:

For further information and details regarding the role, please contact Anna Kingdom, Team Manager at [email protected]

Recruitment contact details:

Apply Now

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