Bristol Youth Links Bristol Youth Links Project CYP network meeting - 14 June Greenway Centre N. B. Background papers published on Bristol Youth Links BLOG: Positive Contribution Stay Safe Enjoy and Achieve Economic well-being Be Healthy

What is Bristol Youth Links? Umbrella brand for a range of integrated services for all children and young people aged 8 – 19 and for those up to 24 with additional needs, that contribute to building resilience and protective factors in their lives, become more self-reliant and better able to manage their personal development, including their learning.

Bristol will be a place where all children and young people Enjoy happy, healthy and safe childhood and teenage years that prepare them well for adult life. Are energised and believe in their own potential. Have high expectations, actively participate in their own learning and personal development, achieve and prosper. Make a positive contribution to their communities and the wider life of the city, with this contribution recognised and valued

Outcomes Increased confidence and self-esteem Healthier lifestyle choices Increased physical well-being Improved communication skills Safe lifestyle choices Reduced social isolation Increased self-awareness and assertiveness Reduced likelihood of being bullied, harassed, exploited or victims of crime

Outcomes continued… Safe social networks Skills and abilities to make and maintain a diverse range of friendships Motivation to acquire new skills, knowledge and experiences and broaden their horizons Engagement in activities that form part of a positive self-identity Understanding of their rights, the choices available and the opportunity to voice views, perceptions, wishes and opinions

Outcomes continued… Experience of positive relationships with peers, families and positive role models within communities Increased sense of self identity Choose not to bully or discriminate and respect other cultures’ difference Understanding of the impact of own behaviour on own outcomes and that of others Choose not to engage in risky, anti-social or criminal behaviour Increased responsibility for the consequences of their own actions, including planning for their own futures

Objectives To engage more children and young people in positive activities and empower them to shape the services they receive To encourage more young people to volunteer and become involved in their communities To provide better information, advice and guidance to children and young people to help them make informed choices about their lives To provide better and more personalised intensive support for vulnerable child and young people

Rationale for change: 65% of current budget invested in over 60 contracts – not sustainable Funding reductions applied without comprehensive needs assessment Partnerships but not integration Inability to share information Duplication Inconsistent service delivery across the city.

Proposal: A radical approach to commission out all BYL services for 2012 Free up resources to respond to emerging needs and innovative approaches Open up and cultivate the market Respond to emerging needs and innovative approaches Pool budgets Integrated Will secure improved services that support children and young people to achieve excellent outcomes and that are good value for money.

In-house functions:  Robust contract management and quality assurance as part of a wider commissioning structure  An advisory, policy and advocacy role for children and young people through a team of in- house senior practitioners  Case management as part of the enabling hub. This level of change will require existing providers and potential providers to be aware of requirements under the Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations (TUPE).

Lot 1 A city wide on-line service providing information and personalised advice, guidance and support that enable children and young people to make informed decision and choices about their lives.

Lots 2 to 8  A range of enjoyable and exciting structured positive activities and play activities that children and young people can do in their own time, including volunteering  Information and personalised advice, guidance and support that enable children and young people to make informed decision and choices about their lives  A range of ways for children and young people to have their say in developing services so that they are accessible, attractive and relevant for them and their families

Lot 9 A citywide voice, influence, involvement and democracy service. Focus on ensuring there are specific engagement opportunities for those within equalities groups and for vulnerable children and young people.

Draft Commissioning Plan published for consultationWednesday 1 st June 2011 Training Programme for potential providersJuly–August 2011 Consultation period endsTuesday 30 th August 2011 Final Commissioning Plan publishedw/c 12 th September 2011 STAGE 1: Pre-Qualification Questionnaire publishedw/c 12 th September 2011 Training Programme continues DEADLINE for submission of Pre-Qualification Questionnairew/c 17 th October 2011 Inform providers of acceptance/ rejection to Approved Listw/c 31 st October 2011 STAGE 2: TENDER Tender documents availablew/c 7 th November 2011 Tender Closing w/c 19th December 2011 Conduct Tender evaluationDecember 2011/January 2012 Notify providers of interviewsDecember 2011/January 2012 Interviews for shortlisted candidatesDecember 2011/January 2012 Provisionally award tender & notify unsuccessfulw/c 23 rd January 2012 Implementation PhaseFebruary – June 2012

Bristol Youth Links Bristol Youth Links Project CYP network meeting - 14 June Greenway Centre N. B. Background papers published on Bristol Youth Links BLOG: Positive Contribution Stay Safe Enjoy and Achieve Economic well-being Be Healthy