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Experience of management of youth justice services essential.
As the interim head of the youth justice service, you will provide leadership and drive best practice in the strategic development of a “child first” approach within youth justice and translate this into operational delivery of services to children and their families. This will include securing political and high level management and stakeholder agreement in developing and delivering on strategic objectives in youth justice, including preparation for the new inspection regime. You will be responsible for the work and co-ordination of several systemic practice groups of multi-disciplinary staff, differently qualified, ensuring standards and performance targets are understood and met or exceeded. You will be expected to be borough based and a visible and active leader within our co-located children’s services.
Experience and skills:
Registered with Social Work England or equivalent professional qualification in work with children and families and/or relevant continuous professional development in work with children and families. In depth knowledge of the legal and statutory framework in which youth justice services operate. Knowledge and understanding of recent research and best practice in the field of youth justice and social care. Anti-discriminatory practice including promoting anti-racist practice and addressing issues of racism, inequality and injustice. Human and financial resource management and business planning at a senior level. Successful management within a statutory youth justice setting. High level written and verbal communication skills