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Neighbourhood Wardens Scheme Implementation Plan Guidance

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Although this guidance refers to previous schemes, it remains good practice for reference purposes.

1. INTRODUCTION

1.1 Aims

1.1.1 This document provides guidance for Neighbourhood Warden schemes on the completion of the Scheme Implementation Plan (SIP) template. It should be read in conjunction with the SIP template, a copy of which is provided in Annex B. Annex A provides a checklist of essential scheme elements that need to be considered by scheme managers.

1.1.2 The guidance assists partnerships to move through a formal process of scheme development, which involves:

• Identifying community needs and problems;

• Setting objectives;

• Developing and appraising options;

• Designing the scheme;

• Developing an action plan;

• Performing a risk assessment;

• Considering monitoring and evaluation arrangements.

1.1.3 This guidance is based upon the findings of the PAT 6 report on Neighbourhood Wardens. It also takes account of the Fundamental Principles developed by the ACPO convened group, “Working the Beat”, which sets out the basis on which it considers the police can engage with the development of warden-type schemes. It also draws upon the Policing and Reducing Crime Unit (PRCU) report, “Neighbourhood Warden Schemes: an overview”, which supports the work of PAT 6 by providing an overview of current neighbourhood warden schemes and what is known about their effectiveness.

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Last update: 22/09/03