Our Team Christchurch

Our Semi-Independent Living service is run by highly qualified professionals’ skilled or working towards Diplomas in Health and Social Care or other specialist relevant disciplines. With years of experience working with young people, all staff are committed to meeting the needs of young people placed in our home.

The Directors and management team have over 15 years’ experience working with vulnerable people in different settings including The NHS, Domestic Abuse Services, Homelessness Hostels, Addiction Services and Mental Health provisions.

The staff team is supported by experienced managers, supervision and ongoing training including development programmes.

Given the important role that our employees play in young people’s lives, our recruitment process includes thorough background checks (including enhanced DBS) and a specifically designed interview process.

We provide staff with a comprehensive training programme which enables them to work effectively with the young people placed with us. The programme covers topics such as: responding to Self-harm issues, Conflict Management and De-escalation, Bullying Awareness and Safeguarding as well as First Aid, Communication Skills and Equality and Diversity.