Costessey Town Council - Youth Provision Tender 2025

Costessey Town Council seeks a qualified organisation to deliver a year-long youth provision for ages 11-18, offering accessible, inclusive, and engaging youth activities.

The programme aims to provide regular youth sessions, targeted outreach, and community engagement to improve wellbeing and reduce anti-social behaviour.

Objectives The chosen provider will: • Run weekly youth sessions including holidays • Deliver outreach and mentoring to address mental health and anti-social behaviour. • Establish a Youth Advisory Group/Panel with local schools (notably Ormiston Victory Academy). • Offer inclusive, youth-led activities and attend community events. • Use evidence-based engagement, tracking participation and outcomes.

Expected Outcomes • Reduction in youth anti-social behaviour (ASB). • Improved mental health and wellbeing. • Higher youth participation in local initiatives. • Stronger youth leadership and voice in the community. • Positive links between young people, families, schools, and community groups.

Target Groups • Young people aged 11-18 in Costessey (particularly Queen's Hills, Tower Close). • Those experiencing mental health challenges, isolation, or risk of disengagement. • Individuals not currently accessing other services or youth activities.

Scope of Services The provider must: • Employ qualified, DBS-cleared youth workers. • Design a youth-led, inclusive activity programme. • Offer early intervention around wellbeing, identity, and aspirations. • Collaborate with partners including: o Costessey Town Council o Local Police & ASB officers o Ormiston Victory Academy o South Norfolk Youth Advisory Board • Provide quarterly reports on engagement, outcomes, and case studies. • Maintain full risk assessments, safeguarding, and insurance.

Budget & Resources Council funding (£30,000) covers staffing, materials, outreach, digital tools, and management.

In-kind support from the Council: • Free venue hire • Strategic oversight, promotion, and community connections.

Monitoring & Evaluation Providers must track and evidence impact through: • Participant registration and demographic data. • Pre/post surveys and qualitative feedback (e.g., stories of change). • Quarterly review meetings with Council officers and councillors.

Application Requirements Interested organisations must submit a proposal (max 6 pages) including: • Organisational experience in youth work/outreach. • Staffing structure and delivery plan (weekly timetable, engagement strategy). • Safeguarding, inclusivity, and mental health approach. • Example KPIs or evaluation frameworks. • Detailed budget breakdown. • Proof of insurance and DBS checks. • Two relevant references.