Restorative Justice Officer - #1712838

• About the role
• Looking for a rewarding opportunity with one of London’s most innovative and award-winning Youth Justice Services?
  
  
  

At Hillingdon Youth Justice Service (YJS), we’re proud to have one of the lowest First Time Entrant rates both regionally and nationally — a testament to our commitment to early intervention and effective rehabilitation.

Our vision is clear:

“Youth crime is prevented because we, as a service, deliver positive and effective interventions which enable children to lead constructive and socially responsible lives.”

We’re a dedicated, enthusiastic, and multi-disciplinary team making a real difference in the lives of vulnerable adolescents involved in the criminal justice system — and we’d love you to be part of it.

Don’t just take our word for it. Here’s what young people and families have told us:

• “My son is so much more focused now — all down to you.”
• “I wish we had the services that the YJS have given us sooner — you’ve changed our lives.”
• “If it wasn’t for my case manager, I’d still be offending.”
  
  
  

Hillingdon YJS benefits from a diverse and co-located team of specialists, including Speech and Language Therapists, CAMHS professionals, Liaison and Diversion staff, Education and Participation Officers, and Substance Misuse workers — providing truly holistic rehabilitation under one roof.

About You

We are seeking a passionate and innovative Restorative Justice Officer to lead on the delivery of restorative justice and victim-focused work across our service.

In this role, you will:

• Design and implement bespoke reparation projects that make a meaningful contribution to the local community
• Deliver restorative justice interventions for children and those harmed by crime, in line with the Code of Practice for Victims of Crime
• Support positive outcomes through creative and tailored approaches
• Work collaboratively within a strong multi-agency framework
  
  
  

In return, you will benefit from:

• Access to high-quality training and continued professional development
• A supportive and inclusive team environment
• An attractive employment package
  
  
  

We're looking for someone with:

• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Strong knowledge of restorative justice principles and practice
• The ability to work autonomously and with a high degree of professionalism
• A genuine passion for making a difference in the lives of young people and the wider community
  
  
  

If you’re driven to create positive change and ready to be part of a service that truly makes an impact, we encourage you to apply.

• About You
• About us
• We value our employees and are committed to ensuring that they enjoy a fulfilling and rewarding career with us. We understand that a happy and motivated workforce is essential for the success of our organisation. That is why we offer a wide range of employee benefits to enhance your work-life balance, financial wellbeing, health, and professional development.
  
  
  

Here’s a comprehensive overview of the fantastic benefits we provide:

• Flexible Working Hours – We recognise the importance of flexibility in managing your work and personal life.
• 36 Hour Week – Enjoy a standard 36-hour workweek for all full time staff.
• Generous Holiday Entitlement – increasing with length of service (for non-casual roles).
• Hillingdon Sports & Leisure – Stay active and healthy with discounts at council owned leisure centres and swimming pools across the borough.
• Salary Sacrifice Schemes – option to join schemes for cycle purchase, electric vehicle leasing and additional voluntary pension contributions (subject to scheme rules).
• Cycle to Work – Eco-friendly commuting with our cycle purchase scheme. We also provide bicycle parking, lockers, and showers at the Civic Centre.
• Local Government Pension Scheme – access to Local Government Pension Scheme and membership to the Credit Union.
• Vivup Benefits – Access a variety of offers and discounts through our Vivup Benefits.
• Mental Health Support and Counselling Services – Our mental health first aiders are trained to identify, understand, and help employees experiencing mental health issues. Access free 24-hour confidential advice and counselling as well as a legal advice service for you and your immediate family.
• Travel Support – Make your daily commute easier with our season ticket loans and free car parking.
  
  
  

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

At the London Borough of Hillingdon, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. This commitment means that all employees, job applicants and others who work for us will be treated fairly.

The aim is for our workforce to be representative of all sections of society and Hillingdon residents so we welcome applicants from a wide variety of backgrounds. We strive to ensure that our recruitment process is free from discrimination and bias, and we are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments to applicants with disabilities.

Join us in building a workplace where everyone feels respected, able to give their best and be themselves at work, whilst contributing meaningfully to our organisation's success.

Recruitment Information

Hillingdon Council operates a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities that meet the essential criteria for the role and wish to be considered under this scheme. We believe in the option to choose, so candidates declaring a disability have the choice to opt in for consideration under this scheme, on a ‘per application’ basis.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Some posts are subject to The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2019 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

In addition to verifying Right to Work in the UK and a new starter health questionnaire, the post is subject to the following pre-employment screening:

• Enhanced DBS Check
• Qualifications Check
• 5 years of Referencing
  
  
  

Please note: Priority will be given to those at risk of redundancy within Hillingdon Council. Current employees who are part of the redeployment pool must meet the essential criteria for shortlisting to be prioritised.

It may be necessary due to a high volume of applications to close this role early. We therefore recommend you apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.