Inspectors jast yeag praise a Redcar and Clevland Borough Council children’s home. Inspectors commended the home for the accurate and positive way it portrayed the care received by its young residents. The on-site inspection emphasized the home’s capacity to earn trust from children and meet their safety and security needs. At the time of inspection, four children resided at the facility. This facility is able to serve up to six children at a time, all of whom are functioning at high levels of social, emotional, or mental health needs.
Particularly praise for being proactive and collaborative went to home manager Laura Wedgewood, who was named as a key to success in this inspection. Her collaborative leadership style fosters effective working relationships with those other adults most intricately involved in the children’s lives. This new approach makes sure that their best interests are always at the forefront.
Wedgewood was honest in calling her work “stressful,” but she noted that it can be “so rewarding.” She gets her greatest fulfillment from having an impact on the lives of young people.
“When you feel you’ve made that difference to a young person, well, it’s a wonderful feeling.” – Laura Wedgewood
The inspection report noted Wedgewood’s achievement in developing clear lines of communication. Equally importantly, they’ve developed strong teamwork and collaboration among all professionals working on the children’s care. This kind of coordination is key in making sure that comprehensive plans for each child’s safety and healthy development are effectively carried out.
Councillor Bill Suthers, responsible for children’s services at the council, supported the home’s philosophy towards care. He stated that the “in-house” care provided by dedicated professionals within the borough can significantly help maintain a child’s connection to their communities and families when suitable.
“One of the real positives of ‘in-house’ care by the council’s own dedicated professionals within our borough is it can help maintain a child’s relationship with their own communities and families when appropriate. That can have enormous benefits for a child.” – Councillor Bill Suthers
The residence includes a curving, tree-filled entranceway. It continues to be a refuge for all children in our care who require more specialized therapeutic support. Some staff, such as Wedgewood, are fiercely committed to fostering an inclusive culture. Through their joint work with educators, therapists and other professionals, children grow and thrive.
