Youth Offending Officer in South Shields

Youth Offending Officer

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South Tyneside – Full Time
£13.68 per hour (pre-AWR)
Start: January 2026

The Role
Vision for Education are working with SEND schools in South Shields to recruit a dedicated and resilient Youth Offending Officer. This full-time supply role, starting in January, focuses on supporting young people with social, emotional, and behavioural needs, including those at risk of exclusion or reoffending. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference to vulnerable pupils in a specialist environment. You will work closely with school staff, families, and external agencies to deliver tailored interventions, promote positive behaviour, and help young people re-engage in education and wider opportunities.

Requirements
The successful Youth Offending Officer will have:

Experience supporting children or young people with challenging behaviour, SEMH, or SEND.

Knowledge of youth justice systems and multi-agency working.

Strong communication, de-escalation, and behaviour management skills.

A caring, resilient, and consistent approach to support and safeguarding.

The ability to build trust and positive relationships with hard-to-reach young people.

What We Offer
When you join Vision for Education, you benefit from:

Variety & Flexibility – Work across SEND schools to build your experience and skill set.

Competitive Pay – Enjoy great rates, paid reliably through our PAYE system.

Work-Life Balance – No planning or marking required outside of working hours.

Development Opportunities – Access regular CPD and training focused on SEMH, SEND, and behaviour support.

Support at Every Step – A dedicated consultant available 24/7.

Future Options – Opportunities to move into long-term or permanent roles.

About Us
Vision for Education is a market-leading education recruitment agency, dedicated to the development and wellbeing of children and young people. With branches nationwide, we are proud to be an employer of choice for passionate professionals.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, race, religion, disability, or sexual orientation. xiskglj

How to Apply
If you are a committed Youth Offending Officer who can inspire, motivate and support learners in a rewarding SEND school environment, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today via this website, or call us on (phone number removed) for more information.

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