Job Details: Job Reference: HCC619021 Salary Range: £63,851 - £71,610 per annum Work Location: Elizabeth II Court, Winchester Hours per week: 37 Contract Type: Permanent Closing Date: 18 November 2024 Interview Date: 27 November 2024 (interviews will be held in person in Winchester) The Role: Hampshire County Council is recognised nationally as one of the highest performing local authorities in the UK.
A modern, forward-looking local authority, it offers a pleasant, supportive, and collaborative working environment.
We have an exciting opportunity for an exceptional leader to lead the Youth Justice Service in Hampshire.
We are looking for an experienced senior manager, ideally with a social care, criminal justice or probation background, to lead and develop the Youth Justice Service for long-term success.
You will work collaboratively with colleagues across Children's Social Care, Education, Police, Probation, Health and other local Partners to achieve the best outcomes for our children at risk of, or already part of, the criminal justice system.
You will lead all aspects of our inspection preparation and readiness in response to the new national inspection framework that is due to be implemented in early 2025.
You need to hold a professional qualification relevant to Social Care, Health, Education or Probation.
You will have experience of leading teams that work in a collaborative, strength-based culture, as well as all aspects of performance management.
You will be confident to engage with staff and managers at all levels across a range of organisations, and be able to work proactively and independently and ensure that front-line practice contributes to strategic priorities.
If you think you have what it takes to make a real difference in Hampshire, get in touch!
What We Can Offer You: Hampshire County Council is an inclusive and flexible employer, interested in making the most of your skills and offers a great work life balance.
We invest in you through our internal development programmes and training and offer a competitive salary and benefits package .
Additional Information: Head of Youth Offending Service Job Description and Person Specification Please note this post is Politically Restricted.
Vetting Requirements: This post is subject to a Criminal Records Check.
As such, please note that under safer recruitment requirements for Children's Services, references will be requested prior to interview.
Contact Details for an Informal Discussion: Sophie Butt, Area Director of Quality Assurance and Performance on ****** Hampshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults.
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