Your new company

Solihull Children’s Services are seeking an experienced Youth Justice Service Team Manager to provide sickness cover within our Exploitation, Missing and Youth Justice Department.

Your new role

• Lead and manage a small, skilled team (2 Team Managers, 2 Team Leads, Restorative Justice Worker, 10 Youth Justice Officers, and 2 Support Workers).
• Ensure high-quality, child-first services that reduce youth offending and safeguard children.
• Oversee performance management, quality assurance, and practice development.
• Work collaboratively with partners to improve outcomes for children and young people.
• Manage budgets and resources effectively.

What you'll need to succeed

• Substantial experience as a Youth Justice Service Team Manager.
• A minimum of 1 year experience in leadership and managing a team with a Level 5 qualification.
• Strong leadership and performance management skills.
• In-depth knowledge of Youth Justice legislation, policies, and best practice.
• Ability to work under pressure and make robust safeguarding decisions.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (essential car user post).
• Desirable: Experience using Child View recording system.

• Enhanced DBS check required.
• Occasional evening, weekend, and bank holiday work.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Engage in reflective supervision, peer support, and relevant training.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.