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The Role of the Private Sector in the effective treatment of Juvenile
Offenders
Andrew Boswell, Rainsbrook Secure Training Centre
Richard Stedman, Head of Young Person’s Unit, HMP & YOI Parc
Private Companies Make Money!
Q: Is profit acceptable in the treatment of children?
A: Not at any cost.
Criteria: Same level of service at less cost Better level of service at less / same cost Better outcomes for children
Achieved by:
- The right people
- Alignment of service outcomes to profit
What the Private Sector brings…
Investment Infrastructure Service Development
The opportunity to try a different approach
Capacity
Provides certainty of delivery
Drive improvements in standards and value for money Contractual specification Reputation of brand
Behave as a good partner
Speed of response to changing circumstances
Case Study
Rainsbrook Secure Training Centre
The effective treatment of children requires:
An appropriate environment
A high standard of child focussed care
25 year contract to design, build and manage a Secure Training Centre for Juvenile Offenders.
Rainsbrook Secure Training Centre
Rainsbrook is run by Rebound, which is a division of G4S Care & Justice Services. The Centre opened in 1999 and offers 87 beds for young people, both male and female, aged 12 to 17. This includes 3/4 spaces for young mothers and their children.
Rebound has worked closely with the British Government’s professional advisors to ensure that its approach to looking after children reflects contemporary best practice.
Inspector’s Comments
“…a very positive inspection of Rainsbrook…” (2006 Inspection Report: www.ofsted.gov.uk)
“This is an outstanding establishment which sets and achieves very high standards [for Education]” (Announced Ofsted Inspection Report, Dec 2007: www.ofsted.gov.uk)
“…it is a child centred establishment…” (2006 Inspection Report: www.ofsted.gov.uk)
Aims & Goals of the Centre Accommodate children in a safe and
caring environment Provide high standards of care and
education Recognise individuality Ensure privacy and protection Identify and confront offending
behaviour Develop positive relationships with
young people, their families and carers
Promote, encourage and assist contact with families / carers
Design realistic post release plans for all young people
Work in partnership with fellow professionals
Approach to Treatment
Multi Disciplinary Working Clear Vision and Identity Consistent reinforcement of boundaries
Daily routines Acceptable standards of behaviour Standards of cleanliness and hygiene
Attention to detail Dietary / Catering provision
Elements of Continual Improvement
The flexibility to react quickly to change
Population change (age & gender) Increase in capacity (40 to 87 girls and
boys) Introduction of specialisms (mother &
baby provision)
Focus of Positive Outcomes as dictated by the Client
Improvement of standards Consistent approach
Long Term Investment
In the facility Provision of ongoing support Changes to service
Expert staff group
Social work rather than penal background
Engagement of partner organisations
Initial and ongoing training and development
What the Private Sector brings…
Investment Infrastructure Service Development
The opportunity to try a different approach
Provides certainty of delivery
Drive improvements in standards and value for money Contractual specification Reputation of brand
Behave as a good partner
Speed of response to changing circumstances
Summary
Role of the Private Sector
Partnership working for improved outcomes for all.
Any Questions?
Summary (alternative)
Private Sector market share increasing in USA and UK because: Cost effective Better outcomes
Evidence of this?