Youth Justice Operational Manager

Bootle - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 6 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

3 months contract with a local authority

Summary

The Deputy Service Manager will play a crucial role in supporting the Service Manager to deliver high-quality and effective services for children young people and their families. This position involves deputising for the Service Manager leading thematic areas within the Youth Justice Service and ensuring the delivery of integrated support that enhances outcomes for children.

Responsibilities

Implement the Youth Justice Service Development Plan and create local action plans.
Lead and support quality assurance activities including audits practice observations and thematic reviews.
Deputise for the Service Manager as required.
Provide effective leadership and supervision to a multi-agency team ensuring high-quality practice.
Lead and oversee key thematic areas within the Youth Justice Service.
Drive continuous improvement and promote a culture of learning and development.
Plan monitor and evaluate service delivery in line with strategic goals and KPIs.

Essential Experience Required

Proven experience in managing or supervising staff within childrens services youth justice social care or a related field.
Experience working within multi-agency environments and partnerships.

Essential Qualifications Required

A relevant professional qualification in Social Work Youth Justice Probation Youth Work or a related field.
Evidence of continued professional development.

Additional Information

Working hours: 36 hours per week
Location: Trinity Road Bootle Merseyside L20 3NJ United Kingdom
An enhanced DBS is essential.
This is an office-based role (hybrid minimum 3 days office-based) at Magdalen House Trinity Road Bootle L20.
Bi-weekly payments.
The role closes on 6th Feb 2026 apply ASAP.

Required Skills:

The Deputy Service Manager will support the Service Manager in delivering highquality effective services for children young people and their families. This role involves deputising for the Service Manager leading thematic areas within the Youth Justice Service and ensuring delivery of highquality integrated support that improves outcomes for children

Required Education:

3 months contract with a local authoritySummaryThe Deputy Service Manager will play a crucial role in supporting the Service Manager to deliver high-quality and effective services for children young people and their families. This position involves deputising for the Service Manager leading thematic...