Residential Recruitment - Our Vision for Children in Care
At Rotherham Council, we put young people at the heart of our homes. As corporate parents, we want everything to be the best for our children. This includes:
That they are happy and healthy both physically and emotionally.
That we keep them safe and protected from harm and exploitation.
That we support them into adulthood and that we prepare them for independence.
We are ambitious for our children; we want them to achieve their potential and participate in decisions which affect their lives.
Listening to our young people
We listen to children, young people, and their families to understand their strengths, worries, and wishes. Their voices shape everything we do, from daily routines to long-term planning.
We work with our children through the Rotherham Looked After Children Council.
Our young people shared what matters most to them in our residential homes.
A safe, clean, and homely environment
Privacy and respect
Staff who:
Really listen
Stick up for them
Believe them
Are kind, caring, and approachable
Respect their privacy
Take time to get to know them
Help them feel safe
Enjoy spending time with them
Are reliable and easy to talk to
We encourage children and young people to share their views and help shape the service they receive. This happens through:
daily conversations
keyworker sessions and care planning
home meetings
Our Principles
Community First
Children and young people should be supported to live in their own communities wherever it is safe to do so.
Family Life Matters
Every child has the right to a family life. We provide intensive support to families on the edge of care, with family-based placements as our first priority.
Residential Care as a Stepping Stone
Residential care is an intervention, not a destination. It helps children transition to family-based settings or prepare for independent living.
A Home That Feels Like Family
Our homes are small, warm, and welcoming. They are designed to replicate a stable and happy family environment. We offer trauma informed care and tailored support to help each child flourish.
Child-Centred Culture
We are part of a child-friendly borough. Our commitment is to place children at the heart of everything we do, helping them lead healthier, happier lives.
Our overarching ambition is to be a child–friendly borough, which is part of our commitment to create a performance-led culture that puts the child at the centre of everything we do. We want our children and young people to be physically healthier and emotionally happier.
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