At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide admin and finance support to the Youth Justice Service, ensuring smooth information flow.
- Company: Join Lambeth Council, a vibrant community-focused organisation in South London.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, diverse work environment, and commitment to equality and inclusion.
- Other info: Exciting career growth opportunities in a dynamic and inclusive team.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young people's lives while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Strong organisational skills and a passion for supporting youth services.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
About Us: Located in the heart of South London, Lambeth Borough is a vibrant community of over 317,600 residents. Stretching from the dynamic neighbourhood of Streatham in the South to the iconic landmarks of Waterloo in the North, we are proud to be the 9th largest borough in London. Our diversity is our strength, with more than 130 languages spoken, making Lambeth the home of the Windrush generation, London's largest LGBTQ+ community, and a thriving Portuguese-speaking community. It is an exciting time to join Lambeth Council, we have bold ambitions for the future of Lambeth’s communities and residents through our Lambeth 2030 Plan ‘Our Future, Our Lambeth. With exceptional schools, lush green spaces including Brockwell Park, cultural gems like the Black Cultural Archives, and world-renowned institutions such as St Thomas's Hospital, Lambeth offers an enriching and dynamic environment.
About the Team: The Youth Justice Service (YJS) is a multi-disciplinary service which works with children, young people and families to address vulnerabilities, risks and factors that lead to offending behaviour. The service sits alongside the Contextual Safeguarding and Engagement Service to deliver an integrated response which supports children and young people to fulfil their potential and make positive contributions to society.
About the Role: To provide effective administrative, finance and information support to teams across the wider Youth Justice Service, including the Engagement Service, and to enable the efficient, accurate and comprehensive passage of information between staff and computerised systems. To use the information databases, including case management systems, efficiently and effectively and to act as local expert by supporting, training and advising staff in the use and maintenance of the system. To deliver best practice in relation to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion throughout the work.
Recruitment Timelines:
- Advert close date: 11:59pm on Sunday 23rd August 2026.
- Shortlisting: Week commencing 24 August 2026.
- Assessment Day: Thursday 10 September 2006.
- Interviews: Tuesday 15 September 2026.
Successful candidates will be asked to apply for an Enhanced Certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Further information about the DBS can be found at www.homeoffice.gov.uk/agencies-public-bodies/dbs. You will be required to undertake a Cifas check.
Contact Information: For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Michele Owusu at mowusu@lambeth.gov.uk. At Lambeth, we are dedicated to providing quality services and equal opportunities for all. We are committed to safer recruitment and are proud to be a Stonewall diversity champion, a Living Wage Employer, and to guarantee interviews for all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria of the role.
Service Support Officer employer: Borough of Lambeth
The Borough of Lambeth is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that prioritises community engagement and professional development. As an Early Years Quality Improvement Officer, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on early years education while benefiting from comprehensive training and support in a dynamic Greater London setting. Join us to be part of a team dedicated to fostering high standards and compliance in out-of-school settings, all while enjoying the rich cultural diversity and resources that Lambeth has to offer.
