JAMES -Holme wood; evening motor vehicle sessions

The Pitch

Problem statement

-33 crime incidents on Broadstone Way (Dec 22, WY Police) -ASB, crime & nuisance vehicles remain a local police priority -Motor vehicle sessions engage young people -Strong links between ASB & school non-attendance -Young people are more likely to attend on their doorstep -Young people value staff with lived experience/ from their community -Few youth activities available, especially post covid -Families significantly impacted by the cost-of-living crisis -Summer increases the prevalence of nuisance vehicles “It would be great to have the evening sessions open for kids round here. I used to come down of an evening and it really helped me…giving kids a chance to do something positive” (local)

Solution

Funding for Motor Vehicle Youth Club: -Weekly sessions delivered from 18:00-20:00, from JAMES community garage, TFD centre, Broadstone Way, Holmewood -10 young people per session -Young people will self-determine sessions; i.e. choosing to look at breaking systems or re-building a go-kart engine -Experienced/ trained staff Young people engaged, will: -develop hands-on learning, building key-skills -have vocational experience & challenge - learn issue-based content; embedded into the motor vehicle session; from substance misuse to healthy relationships -Build confidence & self-esteem -Develop positive relationships with peers and staff -Raise aspirations -Other support service referral

Why are we best placed to deliver?

JAMES originated in Holmewood, in 1984 as a response to motor vehicle issues Specialises in personalised programmes, achieving lasting, meaningful outcomes JAMES supported 962 individuals; over 55% identified as female & over 65% were aged 24 or below (2022). Mission; "To provide an effective, caring & understanding environment where young people & families can overcome disadvantage & lack of provision to achieve their full potential in life." We’ve 4 sites, including; garages & marine division JAMES is an Ofsted regulated Independent School “They are relentless in their pursuit of the best outcomes in achievement and personal development for the pupils in their care.” (Good, 2019)

Focus Areas

Delivery plan

Budget breakdown

Beneficiaries

60 people

Expected impact

•Project beneficiaries; Young people aged 11-18 Locally based to Holmewood & surrounding area Those impacted by factors, such as; low school attendance, SEND, impacted by exploitation, substance misuse, from complex families, impacted by mental health/ health factors All young people are involved, or at-risk of, involvement in crime/ ASB •Young peoples’ outcomes: Improved confidence & self-esteem Develop new skills and abilities in a vocational field – with line of sight to future learning & work Increase opportunities for positive peer interaction Improve relationships with positive adult role models Re-engage with services i.e. education Improve their knowledge on staying safe •Community Outcomes: Decrease ASB Increase positive community participation Improve intergenerational relationships •JAMES will utilise a range of methods to evidence the above outcomes, including; Questionnaires Quotes Case study Review/ evaluation Participant data Participant Voice Progression pathways

Track record

JAMES supported 962 individuals; over 65% were aged 24 or below (2022) JAMES young people consultation 2023: 96% felt, at least partly, they learnt things while at JAMES 96% felt, at least partly, coming gave them new experiences 82% felt, at least partly, they had got into less trouble since being at JAMES 91%, felt, at least party, they had achieved more at school since attending 96% felt, at least partly, that JAMES helped with any problems 92% felt, at least partly, they are more confident/ feel better about themselves since coming to JAMES 96% felt, at least partly, they know about staying safe 92% felt, at least partly, they have a more positive future since coming to JAMES Young people said about JAMES: “Doing mechanics & good staff“ “Staff friendly & helpful” “It is fun helps people to relax” “Learn new skills, it has made a difference” “Very helpful, helped my mental health – very supportive“ “Made me realise that no matter what happens in life you’re always important“

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