Youth Justice Assessor

As part of the team working in D Division, you can make a real difference by supporting the provision of the Concern Hub to our officers and staff.

Key Responsibilities -

  • Maintain a strategic overview of all offending by persons under the age of 18, in accordance with the Whole Systems Approach (WSA) and Early and Effective Intervention (EEI) processes.
  • Liaise closely with partners and make decisions around the process for young people who offend under the age of 18 years based on Lord Advocate guidelines and own professional experience.
  • Collate, analyse and review youth justice referrals from operational officers in order to recommend appropriate disposal.
  • Liaise with the Children's Reporter and Procurator Fiscal service when required.

This role will be Monday-Friday 0900-1700, and will follow a hybrid working model as discussed with your line manager. 

Interviews for this role will take place weeks commencing 23rd / 30th November 2026 (TBC). 

 

Why join us?

  • Competitive salary with annual increments
  • 28 days annual leave and 6 public holidays (increases with service)
  • Local government pension scheme for long-term security
  • Ongoing training to develop your skills
  • Opportunities for career progression and professional growth
  • Comprehensive wellbeing support and dynamic work environment
  • Exclusive discounts and savings through our rewards and benefits network

 

Every role in Police Scotland plays a part in Keeping People Safe.

This is an opportunity to join a national organisation serving communities across Scotland, where integrity, fairness and respect are at the heart of everything we do.

Police Scotland serves over 5 million people across Scotland’s cities, towns, rural and island communities.

Our 2030 vision is for safer communities, less crime, supported victims and a thriving workforce.

We are committed to equality, human rights and building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

 

Full details regarding this vacancy can be found in the attached Role Profile.

Applicants must be a British citizen, a member of the EU or other states in the EEA, a Commonwealth citizen or a foreign national free of restrictions.

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