Support Services for Young People at Risk of Criminal Exploitation and Violence

This opportunity seeks a service provider to deliver comprehensive, trauma-informed interventions for young people affected by criminal exploitation and serious youth violence. The service must include: (1) Direct 1:1 Intensive Support through a 6-month programme of weekly face-to-face mentoring tailored to individual needs; (2) Resettlement Support providing targeted intervention for young people transitioning from custody back into the local community; (3) Crisis and Emergency Response delivering rapid wrap-around support following high-risk incidents or threats to life; and (4) Consultancy and Safety Planning offering expert advice to partner organisations following critical incidents, particularly those resulting in hospitalisation. Providers should demonstrate experience working with vulnerable youth, understanding of trauma-informed practice, and ability to coordinate with multi-agency partners. The service aims to reduce re-offending, support rehabilitation, and safeguard young people from exploitation and violence.