Bridgehead Programme from Scottish Fire & Rescue Service
Support Type:
Need supported:
- Employability / Training / Career
- Personal Development
- Re-integration
Aim/Purpose:
Increased self-esteem, reduction in risk of reoffending.
Suitability criteria:
- All genders
- All ages
Exclusions:
Case by case assessment – quite physical programme so some aspects may not be suitable for individuals with physical impairments.
Assessment/referral process:
- Social work
Individuals aged 16+ who have been convicted of an offence and made subject to a Community Payback Order with Supervision Requirement. Identification of suitable individuals at the JSWR stage and discussions between the individual, Justice Supervising Officer and Scottish Fire & Rescue Service, followed by Referral once CPO made.
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Further Information:
This programme has been devised by the local Scottish Fire & Rescue Service, and offers a four day course for offenders and others the opportunity to work as part of a team to learn new skills, increase self-esteem and achieve their full potential, and benefit the community by increasing employability through acquiring new skills.