Process Evaluation of AssetPlus

This document describes a summary of the evaluation of AssetPlus, a framework designed to enhance assessments and intervention plans for young offenders in England and Wales. The evaluation, conducted by RAND Europe for the Youth Justice Board, utilized document reviews, interviews, and surveys to determine the impact of AssetPlus on professional practices and outcomes such as reoffending rates. Results indicated mixed reactions from users, with some appreciating its depth while others criticized its complexity and lack of user-friendliness. Challenges included design flaws, insufficient training, and IT integration issues. Although some practitioners recognized its potential for improving assessments and encouraging professional judgment, the tool also faced criticism for its usability and the quality of its assessments and plans. The evaluation suggests that while AssetPlus has the potential to improve communication and focus on strengths, it requires further refinement and improvements in areas such as user interface, information sharing, and training to fully achieve its intended benefits. **This summary was written by an AI model and therefore should not be considered a definitive summary of the report. If you are aware of inaccuracies, please email evaluation.registry@cabinetoffice.gov.uk.**

Description

• Lead department: Youth Justice Board for England and Wales
• Evaluation stage: A complete evaluation report
• Other departments: No other departments listed
• Evaluation types: Process evaluation
• Process methods: Individual interviews; Surveys and polling
• Grant information: This intervention is not distributing funding via a grant
• Government Major Project information: This intervention is not a major project
• Policies: No policies provided

Event Dates

• Event Name: Publication of final results
• Event date: December 2019

Evaluation Costs

• Cost: Not provided

Evaluation sharing

• Link(s) to published report(s): Yes
• Links to evaluation plans: No link provided
• Findings: Not provided
• Permission to share confirmed: Yes