Welcome To Kate Cares

We are passionate about improving the lives and outcomes for children and young people.

About

About us

With over 25 years of experience and a fully trained staff team we can offer a range of services to support young people.

At Kate cares we offer supported accommodation for care leavers ages 16-23 years.

Our children experience positive outcomes, achieve their goals, and fulfil their ambitions from within a safe and nurturing environment.

We are committed to providing lovely accommodation that fosters a sense of belonging and well-being.

Our relationship based approach uses Positive Psychology- PERMA

We also have an independence program with our own curriculum of modules for children to work through and gain practical life and home management skills -’ Life skills curriculum’. We create a positive environment that fosters the overall well-being of the child.

WARM, NURTURING, BESPOKE, RESILIENT

Our Services

Kate Cares is an OFSTED registered provider of supported accommodation for care leavers aged 16-23 years.

We provide the young people with a living environment which is suited to their own individual needs and which reflects the value we place upon each young person as an individual.

We afford the young people the opportunity to build or rebuild confidence in their coping and problem-solving skills.

We create an environmental and living culture that is warm and nurturing.

Young people have a big voice and say in their home and lives.

We offer fun community links and activities.

We carry out effective care planning and strong partnership work with young people's local authority and those with parental responsibility.

We ensure that we make educational and employment opportunities available to young people which take into account their current needs, abilities and emotional capacity.

We ensure that we are teaching valuable life skills such as cooking, budgeting, self care and environmental care.

We also work with unaccompanied asylum-seeking children (UASC), ensuring that their unique needs are met with sensitivity and understanding.

Childrens Homes

Exciting homes in development:
BEES HOUSE 3 Bedroom in Norton Tewkesbury for children from 6-13 ages and including clinical assesent
LENNON HOUSE SOLO/ 2 Bedroom for 15-18 years children

Consultancy for Children's ServicesAre you looking to enhance your children's services, improve outcomes, and ensure regulatory excellence?
With over 25 years of hands-on experience, we specialise in guiding organisations to success in safeguarding and improving the lives of children and families.

Our Services Include:
Ofsted Registration support.
Operational Efficiency & Strategic Planning: Streamline processes while maintaining a child-centered approach.
Safeguarding Audits & Policy Reviews: Tailored solutions to safeguard vulnerable children and empower staff.
Training & Development: Equip your teams with the skills and knowledge to thrive.
Leadership recruitment
Senior Management staff supervisions.

Meet the Leadership team at Kate Cares

Kate has over 25 years of experience working with children and over a decade of senior leadership within children’s residential services and a proven track record with OFSTED. Kate has a BA Hons in Social Sciences, a PG Dip in Careers Guidance and a Level 5 in Leadership and management Health and Social Care, a Level 3 in Health and Social Care Children and Young People and Early Years Childcare and Education. Kate is an experienced therapeutic practitioner trained in trauma informed care- Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy/ Dr Bruce Perry Neurosequential Model/ Theraplay/ Parenting Assessment Mode PAMS.
A Level 3 Designated Safeguarding Lead. Kate has had a passion for supporting inclusion and equal opportunity all her career and previously founded a charity that supports children with Autism and their siblings called Inside Out, this has been running twenty years and is affiliated with the National Autistic Society. Kate also has a history of running parenting workshops and consultancy for baby rooms in Nursery schools and specialises in Baby Massage and Sensory play. Kate has a consultancy business for social care providers and is a Responsible Individual for a Children’s Home as well as a Regulation 44 visitor. Kate has created a support model which focuses on outcomes and the quality of life for children alongside effective risk management.

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Alena has over 25 years experience working with Children and families and has a passion for improving the outcomes of children and young people.

Qualified with a Level 7 in leadership and strategic management, a Level five in leadership and management of a social care setting (for children and young people), a diploma in family and community care and a level 3 in supporting Children and young people with complex needs.
She spent 7 years working within children's residential services in Gloucestershire as a senior practitioner for children in care aged 11-17. Following on from this she worked in a local sure start children centre supporting young mums and Dads to be (14-21yrs) and their children for the first five years. This role enabled her to help the young people to achieve great outcomes for their future.

Trained in facilitating parenting, pre natal, post natal and domestic abuse courses.
14 years ago Alena took a step into higher management and project management and subsequently became the Children services manager and designated safeguarding lead for early help and targeted family support in Cheltenham and Tewkesbury.

Kate Cares is dedicated to providing exceptional support in the childcare sector. As the Operational Lead, Alena not only drives the growth of the business but also offers consultancy services to help other providers become OFSTED ready. Her commitment to enhancing quality care for children shines through in every initiative she undertakes. With her guidance, businesses can thrive and ensure the best outcomes for the Children and families they serve.

Alyna Griffiths Service Manager

Enrolled on L5 leadership and Management in children's residential settings

Level 4 Health and social care diploma, working towards level 5 health and social care foundation degree.

Level 3 diploma children and young people’s workforce

Access to higher education diploma- Health Pathway

Over eight years children’s residential care as a Deputy Manager, 12 years experience working in residential children’s homes.

Stacey Beresford is a dedicated Senior Support Worker with over five years of experience in providing care and support to children in supported accommodation. Currently pursuing a Level 4 qualification in Supporting Children and Young People, Stacey is committed to enhancing her skills and knowledge to better serve the needs of those she supports. Her passion for making a positive impact in the lives of young individuals drives her daily work and interactions.

At Kate Cares, our staff are trained in:

Safeguarding level 3
Trauma informed practices
PERMA wellbeing Coaching
First Aid- adult and paediatrics
Child sexual exploitation
Children's mental health
FGM
Honour based violence and forced marriage
Prevent
Substance misuse
Self harm
Equality and diversity
GDPR
Team Teach
Restorative practice
Healthy relationships
Domestic abuse
Bullying and harassment
Food and Nutrition
Life skills
supporting UASC Children and young people.

Welcome to Kate Cares supported accommodation.

Welcome to our mission-driven organisation, dedicated to providing safe and quality accommodation for children aged 16-23 years.

We understand the unique needs of each child and offer tailored support, whether solo placements or communal living arrangements.

Our homes are designed to be warm and welcoming, fostering an environment where children can thrive and work towards their personal goals. Together, we are committed to helping children take control of their quality of life and achieve meaningful progress.

Lennon House
Is a three storey, three bedroom town house located in the heart of Cheltenham. Lounge Diner and Kitchen.
chanel House
4 bedroom home in Central Gloucester ideally situated close to all amenities and transport links, shared lounge and kitchen area. garden and two bathrooms.
Murphy House
4 bedroom home in Central Gloucester ideally situated close to all amenities and transport links, shared lounge and kitchen area. garden and two bathrooms. A 5 Bedroom all ensuite Female only home

Career/ volunteer opportunities
At Kate Cares.

At Kate Cares, we prioritise your growth and well-being with a comprehensive induction and an extensive core training program. We foster an environment that encourages thinking and reflective practices, supported by peer-to-peer meetings and team-building activities. Our commitment to you includes regular team meetings, generous holiday entitlement, a competitive pay structure, and a robust pension scheme. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we celebrate diversity and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, ensuring a safer recruitment process for all.

Current Vacancies:

Deputy Manager - Children's homes Gloucester

Senior - Childrens homes Gloucester

Carer- Childrens homes Gloucester

Zero Hour contracts currently available that can lead to permanent contracts for the right candidates. Please contact Lenny on 07969328831