Job Description
Discover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities!
We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UK’s first Borough of Sanctuary, for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants.
Introduction
Are you passionate about making a difference in young people’s lives? Do you thrive in a role that combines creativity, communication, and coordination? We’re looking for a dynamic Referral Order and Reparation Co-ordinator to join our team and help shape positive outcomes for young people involved in the youth justice system.
What’s the role? …
In this pivotal role, you will coordinate and oversee the delivery of
referral orders and reparation programmes for young people subject to youth justice interventions. You will work closely with case managers, volunteers, victims, and community partners to ensure that restorative justice principles are upheld and that young people receive the support they need.
What’s in it for you?
Excellent training and development opportunities, plus a range of benefits including:
- Generous holiday allowance
- Local Government Pension scheme
- Flexible working and family friendly policies
- Season ticket and bicycle loans
- A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships
- Supportive staff networks
What We’re Looking For
We are looking for someone who is organised, empathetic, and committed to youth development and restorative justice. You should have: Experience of working with young people within youth justice, education, or social care setting. Strong coordination and administrative skills, strong communication skills, with the ability to engage constructively with young people and families. A commitment to promoting diversity, equality, and inclusion in all aspects of the role.
Location
The job is primarily based in Catford but we operate a hybrid approach where you will be required to work both in the office and from home on a regular basis. There are 2 local train stations 3-5 minutes’ walk from the office, and the train journey from London Bridge is approximately 15 minutes. There are also numerous bus routes that stop right by the office.
Special conditions
- The post holder must have a social work, youth justice, probation, or youth work qualification
- The job is subject to a DBS check (Enhanced)
- The job may require some weekend and evening working
The recruitment process is anonymous and we don’t accept CV’s.
Applicant handbook - please read the guidance in this handbook when applying. It is essential that you complete the application fully and that your supporting statement covers how you meet each of the person specification criteria listed.
For an informal discussion about this job, please contact Andy Newsam
[email protected]Please click here to view the Job Description and Person Specification
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Please click here for the Letter from the Director
Salary
£47,628 - £49,638 per annum (PO3)
All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale), which is subject to evidential proof.
Diversity
Lewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply
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