Youth Justice Decision Maker (Secondment/Fixed Term Contract, Part Time)
Secondment/Fixed Term Contract until 25th January 2026.
Part Time Post – 34 Hours Per Week.
We have a vacancy for a Youth Justice Decision Maker in Bracknell. In this interesting role you will make consistent disposal decisions for young offenders in line with relevant legislation, fulfilling the statutory requirement for Police and Partner Agencies to divert them where possible from entering the Criminal Justice System.
The successful candidate will have the ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders at all levels both verbally and in writing and to contribute effectively to multi-agency meetings. You will be ICT literate including use of Word, Excel and PowerPoint with a willingness to learn new systems as required. The ability to work effectively as a team member within a shared service and multiagency environment, and under minimum supervision is essential. Working on your own initiative, your will be able to prioritise and organise your workload, problem solve as appropriate and meet targets with minimal direct supervision with a proven record of delivering results. Proven negotiation and influencing skills are required along with resilience and the ability to adapt your communication style appropriately. You will have a commitment to continual professional development and be willing to learn relevant Youth Justice guidance and procedures.
If you are a permanent member of staff applying for this role, please note it will be offered on a secondment basis. Important: All secondments are assumed supported and that your line manager and Head of Department/Commander or Deputy are aware of your intention to apply. If the secondment is not supported then a strong business rationale must be sent to RecruitmentPoliceStaff@thamesvalley.police.uk quoting the reference number for the role.
Please note: Shift allowance, on-call or other job related allowances from the previous role will not be protected unless they are attached to the new role for the duration of the secondment.
As part of the Thames Valley Police family you will enjoy a fantastic range of benefits including 24 days annual leave per annum, pro-rata for part time (plus Bank Holidays), flexible working conditions, a wide range of lifestyle discounts, career development opportunities and have the option to join a local government pension scheme. For more information on our benefits, please visit the supporting you page, via the link at the bottom of the advert.
If you have any queries please contact the Recruitment Team at RecruitmentPoliceStaff@thamesvalley.police.uk quoting reference 22514. We will endeavour to respond to your query as quickly as possible.
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The closing date for enquiries and receipt of completed applications is Sunday 15th June 2025.
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