Restorative Practitioner
Salary: Band 7, £28,142 – 31,022 - (SCP 11 – 17)
37 hours Permanent Contract – may consider job share
Flexible working, outside office hours, is expected. This includes evenings and weekends.
Location – Bradford City Centre
An exciting opportunity has arisen within Bradford Youth Justice Service (YJS) to make a positive impact on children and families in Bradford. Bradford Youth Justice Service (YJS) is a dynamic, positive organisation that has won several awards for the innovative work they have undertaken with children.
You can help assist us in our aims of preventing and reducing youth crime, safeguarding children, young adults and protecting the public. If you are enthusiastic and committed to working with children, their families, and the victims of crime we can offer you an attractive working environment with comprehensive professional support and guidance.
The Service is looking for a permanent Restorative Practitioner who will ensure Bradford YJS follows the Code of Practice for Victims of Crime in England and Wales. Develop and deliver work with victims of crime and anti-social behaviour committed by children working with the Bradford YJS. Ensure the impact on the victims and their views are included in assessments, relevant meetings and decision panels. Help to reduce reoffending by children and young people by providing positive opportunities for them to understand the impact of their behaviour on others. Offer and facilitate Restorative Justice opportunities for children and victims.
You will work within the statutory provisions of the Criminal Justice framework undertaking a key role within the service.
Our strategic vision and values are upheld across the Trust, fostering a reliable and supportive environment for both staff and the children in our care.
Our approach is rooted in restorative and relational practice, fostering trust, mutual respect, and meaningful relationships with children, families, and professionals.
You will be able to demonstrate the following:
-
Level 3 qualification, ideally in a relevant subject such as psychology, criminology, criminal justice or social studies
-
GCSE in maths and English (grade C or 4 and above) or equivalent.
-
Experience and expertise in working with people in a supportive role.
-
Experience of creating and maintaining good working relationships with stakeholders.
-
Experience of directly working with children (aged 10 to 18)
-
Experience of/ ability to undertake assessments of risk and suitability to conduct restorative opportunities.
-
Have a full UK driving licence, unless a disability prevents this, and be able to travel across the Bradford district
You’ll also be joining an organisation that truly values its people, offering a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and work-life balance, including:
-
Generous annual leave - 31 days rising to 34 with service, plus bank holidays
-
Excellent Local Government pension
-
Family-friendly policies and enhanced parental leave
-
Health & wellbeing support, including Occupational Health and counselling
-
Professional development and career progression opportunities
-
we are a National Living Wage employer
For full details of our benefits, please see the attached ‘Our Benefits’ brochure.
Bradford Children and Families Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees to share this commitment.
If shortlisted, you will be required to disclose relevant information regarding criminal history prior to interview.
A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check including a check against the Children’s barred list, will be carried out on preferred candidates.
Please submit your application and provide information in your personal statement about how you meet the criteria outlined in the attached job profile.
For further information regarding this post please contact Restorative Practice Team Lead:
Rachel Davis – 07973671548 – [email protected]
Closing Date: 14th June 2026
Interview Date: 29th June 2026
