Grace Gate Living Ltd – A Safe, Nurturing Home for Children and Young People
At GraceGate Living, we provide high-quality residential care for children and young people who need a safe, stable, and supportive home environment. Our trauma-informed, child-centred approach helps every young person to heal, grow, and prepare for their future with confidence.
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Why Choose Grace Gate Living Ltd?
We are committed to excellence in every aspect of care, working in partnership with local authorities, families, and professionals to deliver outcomes that matter.
Safeguarding-First
Robust safeguarding practices embedded in everything we do, with comprehensive staff training and safer recruitment.
Trauma-Informed Care
Evidence-based therapeutic approaches that recognise and respond to the impact of trauma on young lives.
24/7 Support
Round-the-clock care from experienced, dedicated staff who understand the needs of vulnerable children.
Partnership Working
Collaborative approach with social workers, schools, health services, and families to achieve the best outcomes.
Our Care Approach – Putting Children at the Heart of Everything
Therapeutic and Trauma-Informed
We understand that many children entering residential care have experienced significant trauma, loss, or disruption. Our approach is grounded in trauma-informed practice, recognising how adverse experiences affect behaviour, relationships, and emotional wellbeing.
Every member of our team receives comprehensive training in therapeutic parenting, positive behaviour support, and de-escalation techniques. We create an environment where children feel genuinely safe, heard, and valued.
Assessment
Understanding each child's unique story, strengths, needs, and aspirations through careful assessment and listening.
Planning
Developing personalised care plans with clear, achievable goals co-produced with the young person.
Support
Delivering consistent, nurturing care that promotes healing, stability, and positive development.
Progress
Regularly reviewing and celebrating achievements whilst adapting support to changing needs.
Comprehensive Services and Support
GraceGate Living provides holistic residential care designed to meet the complex needs of children and young people. Our services are delivered by skilled, compassionate staff who work as a team to ensure every child receives the support they deserve.
24/7 Residential Care
A safe, nurturing home environment with experienced staff providing round-the-clock support, supervision, and care tailored to each child's needs.
Individual Care Planning
Personalised care plans developed in partnership with children, families, and professionals, with dedicated key workers ensuring consistent relationships.
Therapeutic Support
Trauma-informed interventions, emotional regulation support, and access to specialist therapeutic services where appropriate.
Education Support
Close partnership with schools, support for learning routines, homework assistance, and advocacy to ensure educational progress and engagement.
Health and Wellbeing
Coordination of health appointments, support for physical and mental health needs, promotion of healthy lifestyles, and access to CAMHS services.
Positive Behaviour Support
Person-centred behaviour support planning that understands the reasons behind behaviours and promotes positive strategies for emotional regulation.
Family Contact Support
Facilitating meaningful family time and contact arrangements where appropriate and in line with care plans, supporting relationships that matter.
Social and Recreational Activities
Encouraging hobbies, interests, community participation, and social development through varied activities and experiences.
Independence and Life Skills
Age-appropriate support for developing practical skills, confidence, and capabilities for independent living and successful transitions.
Making a Referral – How Our Placement Process Works
We welcome referrals from local authorities and social workers seeking high-quality residential placements for children and young people aged [AGE RANGE]. Our thorough assessment process ensures every placement is right for the child and for our home community.
1
Initial Enquiry
Contact us by phone or email with brief details about the child's needs and circumstances. We'll respond within 24 hours.
2
Information Sharing
We'll request key documents: placement request form, current care plan, risk assessments, health information, and EHCP where relevant.
3
Assessment Meeting
Our management team will meet with the placing authority to discuss compatibility, support needs, and transition planning.
4
Child-Centred Visits
If appropriate, the young person visits our home, meets staff and other residents, and helps us understand what matters to them.
5
Decision and Planning
We'll confirm whether we can meet the child's needs and begin detailed transition planning with all professionals involved.
6
Supported Move-In
A carefully planned transition period ensures the young person settles comfortably into their new home with appropriate support.

What Makes a Good Match?
We carefully consider group dynamics, individual needs, staffing capacity, and our ability to provide specialist support. We're committed to placements that work for everyone – the child, our existing residents, and our team. We will always be honest about our capacity and capabilities.
Planned Placements
For planned moves, we typically need [2-4 WEEKS] to complete assessments, prepare the home, and support a gradual transition that respects the child's pace and emotional needs.
Emergency Placements
Where safe and appropriate, we may be able to accommodate urgent referrals. Please contact us immediately to discuss availability and suitability.
Safeguarding and Quality – Our Commitment to Excellence
Safeguarding is at the absolute heart of everything we do at GraceGate Living. Every child has the right to feel safe, protected, and free from harm. We maintain the highest standards of safeguarding practice, staff training, and quality assurance.
Safeguarding Children
Comprehensive safeguarding policies and procedures aligned with Working Together to Safeguard Children and local safeguarding partnership guidance. All staff receive regular, up-to-date safeguarding training.
Safer Recruitment
Rigorous recruitment processes including enhanced DBS checks, reference verification, qualification checks, and values-based interviewing to ensure only suitable individuals work with children.
Regulatory Compliance
[OFSTED STATUS]. We operate in full accordance with the Children's Homes Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards, maintaining meticulous records and transparent practice.
Our Key Policies and Procedures
We maintain comprehensive, regularly reviewed policies covering all aspects of care and operational practice. The following are available to professionals and stakeholders on request:
  • Safeguarding Children and Young People
  • Positive Behaviour Support
  • Physical Intervention and Restraint
  • Anti-Bullying
  • Child Protection and Allegations
  • Missing from Home Procedures
  • Complaints and Representations
  • Whistleblowing
  • Health and Safety
  • Medication Management
  • Education and Learning
  • Contact and Family Time
"Children and young people must be protected from abuse and neglect. Staff must have the skills to identify and act upon signs that a child's welfare may be at risk."
— Children's Homes Quality Standards
Outcomes and Life Skills – Preparing for a Positive Future
Every child deserves the opportunity to reach their potential. At GraceGate Living, we focus on achieving meaningful, sustainable outcomes that prepare young people for successful, independent adult lives.
Education and Learning
We work closely with schools and education providers to ensure every child is in appropriate education, receives the support they need to succeed, and has advocacy when challenges arise. We celebrate achievement, support homework routines, and help young people aspire to their goals.
Practical Life Skills
Age-appropriate support in developing essential independence skills including cooking, budgeting, shopping, personal care, household management, and using community resources confidently and safely.
Employment and Training
For older young people, we support exploration of career interests, work experience opportunities, college applications, apprenticeships, and CV preparation to build confidence for the world of work.
Emotional Wellbeing
Helping young people understand and manage their emotions, build healthy relationships, develop resilience, and access therapeutic support when needed for trauma recovery and mental health.
Transition Planning
Comprehensive pathway planning for young people moving towards independence or alternative placements, ensuring continuity of support and successful transitions at the right time.
Social Development
Supporting young people to build positive friendships, engage with their community, develop hobbies and interests, and grow in confidence through varied social experiences.
Measuring Success – What Outcomes Matter
We track progress against personalised goals in every child's care plan, monitoring improvements in emotional regulation, school attendance and attainment, relationship quality, independence capabilities, and overall wellbeing. Regular reviews involve the young person, their social worker, and all relevant professionals.
Working Together – Parents, Carers, and Professionals
Strong partnerships are essential to achieving positive outcomes for children. At GraceGate Living, we value collaboration, transparency, and shared decision-making with everyone who plays a role in a child's life.
For Parents and Family Members
We recognise that parents and families remain vitally important in most children's lives, even when they cannot live at home. Where appropriate and safe, we actively support family relationships through:
  • Regular communication about your child's wellbeing and progress
  • Facilitated contact visits in comfortable, welcoming spaces
  • Involvement in care planning and review meetings
  • Support for you to maintain your parental role
  • Honest, respectful conversations about challenges and successes
We understand how difficult it can be when your child lives away from home. Our staff will treat you with respect, keep you informed, and work with you as part of the team supporting your child.
For Social Workers and Placing Authorities
We are committed to professional, collaborative working relationships with local authority partners, maintaining high standards of communication and accountability.
Regular Updates and Reviews
Statutory reviews, monthly progress reports, and immediate notification of any significant incidents or safeguarding concerns.
Accessible Management Team
Our Registered Manager and senior staff are available to discuss concerns, placement planning, and multi-agency coordination.
Transparent Documentation
Comprehensive record-keeping, clear care planning, and prompt sharing of relevant information in line with data protection requirements.
Multi-Agency Working
Active participation in professional meetings, care planning, risk management, and coordination with education, health, and specialist services.

Our Partnership Promise
We will always be honest about challenges, celebrate successes together, respond promptly to concerns, and work collaboratively to achieve the best possible outcomes for every child.
Join Our Team – Careers at GraceGate Living
Working in residential childcare is one of the most challenging and rewarding careers you can choose. At GraceGate Living, we're looking for compassionate, resilient, dedicated individuals who want to make a genuine difference in the lives of vulnerable children and young people.
Why Work With Us?
Meaningful Work
Every day, you'll see the positive impact of your care, patience, and commitment in the lives of the children we support.
Excellent Training
Comprehensive induction, ongoing professional development, specialist training in trauma-informed practice, safeguarding, and therapeutic approaches.
Supportive Team Culture
Work alongside experienced colleagues who value teamwork, reflective practice, and looking after each other's wellbeing.
Career Development
Clear progression pathways, support for qualifications, and opportunities to grow into senior and management roles.
Roles We Recruit For
Residential Support Worker
Our frontline care professionals providing day-to-day support, building relationships, and creating a nurturing home environment. Full training provided.
Senior Support Worker
Experienced practitioners who lead shifts, support staff development, and take responsibility for care quality and safeguarding.
Deputy and Registered Manager
Strategic leadership roles for qualified professionals with management experience in children's residential care.
What We Offer
Competitive salaries reflective of experience and qualifications • Comprehensive training and development programme • Opportunities to gain recognised qualifications including Level 3 and Level 5 Diplomas • Pension scheme • [ADDITIONAL BENEFITS - to be confirmed] • Supportive supervision and reflective practice • A values-driven organisation where staff wellbeing matters
"Working at GraceGate Living means being part of something truly special – a team that genuinely cares about the children we support and each other. Every day brings challenges, but also moments of real connection and progress that make it all worthwhile."
— Example testimonial from staff member
Get in Touch – We're Here to Help
Whether you're considering a referral, have questions about our services, or want to discuss career opportunities, we'd love to hear from you. Our team is ready to provide the information and support you need.
Contact Information
Phone: [PHONE NUMBER]
Email: [EMAIL ADDRESS]
Address: [FULL ADDRESS INCLUDING POSTCODE]
Office Hours: [OFFICE HOURS]
Out of Hours: 24/7 on-call manager available for urgent safeguarding matters
Areas We Serve
We welcome referrals from local authorities across [REGION/COUNTIES]. Please contact us to discuss specific geographical considerations.
Make a Referral or Enquiry
Please provide the following information and we'll respond within 24 hours:

Referral Enquiry Form
Your Name: _______________
Your Role: _______________
Organisation: _______________
Contact Number: _______________
Email Address: _______________
Child's Age: _______________
Brief Summary of Needs: _______________
Level of Urgency: ☐ Emergency ☐ Urgent ☐ Planned
Best Time to Contact You: _______________
GraceGate Living Ltd | Registered in England and Wales | Company Number: [COMPANY NUMBER] | Registered Office: [REGISTERED ADDRESS]
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. GraceGate Living is an equal opportunities employer and service provider.
Safeguarding-First
Trauma-Informed
Outcomes-Focused
[OFSTED STATUS]