Social Worker - Youth Justice Quality Assurance Lead

JOB-20240819-db742659

Job Title: Social Worker - Youth Justice Quality Assurance Lead
Specialism: Social Worker - Children's
Location: Hackney, UK
Salary: £45.20 per hour
Type: Full Time (Ongoing)

Social Worker - Youth Justice Quality Assurance Lead within Social Worker - Children's in Hackney (UK), earning £45.20 hourly. This is an ongoing full-time role which offers a unique chance to lead and improve the youth justice services in Hackney. If you're ready to make a significant impact on young people's lives and be at the forefront of youth justice quality assurance, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Perks and benefits

• Hybrid Working: Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid working, with only 2-3 days required in the office each week.
• Competitive Hourly Pay: Benefit from an attractive hourly rate of £45.20 that reflects your expertise and leadership skills.
• Diverse Professional Experience: Immerse yourself in the dynamic world of youth justice and gain exposure to a wide range of service improvement initiatives.
• Professional Networking: Build strong relationships with partner agencies and professionals across the youth justice sector.
• Work-Life Balance: Take advantage of the flexibility that locum work provides while maintaining control over your schedule.

What you will do

• Lead the assurance of Youth Justice work in Hackney, ensuring it aligns with national standards and best practices.
• Develop and maintain robust systems for risk and vulnerability management.
• Be responsible for setting up quality assurance routines, including monthly case audits and National Standards reviews.
• Analyse performance data to ensure efficient and effective service delivery.
• Manage and report on local improvement and statutory Youth Justice Plans while enhancing shared learning opportunities.
• Design and contribute to the delivery of comprehensive intervention programmes aimed at crime prevention and offending reduction.
• Collaborate with partner agencies to promote effective assessments and intervention plans.
• Conduct internal and external audits to continually drive practice improvements.
• Mentor and supervise staff, providing guidance and support to enhance service quality.
• Ensure compliance with service level agreements and contribute to the strategic development of the Youth Justice Service.

Why Hackney

Hackney is one of London's most vibrant and diverse boroughs, renowned for its creativity, culture, and strong sense of community. From bustling markets and green open spaces to excellent transport links and a thriving arts scene, Hackney offers an outstanding quality of life. It is a fantastic place to build your career while enjoying everything that one of the U