Westside Services

One of our homes, Westside House, is located in Ibstock and is registered with Ofsted to provide care and support for children and young people with emotional behaviour difficulties.

Our Team

The teams we have recruited are at the heart of our approach. We believe that providing exceptional support begins with having the right people, who are committed to understanding each child’s individual needs and helping them to achievetheir full potential.

Our teams are characterised by their:

• Commitment to prioritising children’s safety and well-being
• High levels of emotional literacy and empathy
• Enthusiasm for learning and understanding the theory that underpins their practice
• Physical energy, resilience and determination
• Sense of humour, warmth and enjoyment of life
• Strong commitment to the children and young people they support
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team

Our therapeutic approach is built on the understanding that children’s behaviour is often a form of communication. We seek to understand the experiences and emotions that lie beneath the surface, responding with compassion, curiosity and empathy.

Through PACE (Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity and Empathy), we work to build trusting relationships that help children feel safe, understood and accepted.

Helping Children Make Their Journey

Our homes recognise that every child and young person is on their own journey. During their time with us, they will make choices, discover their identity and develop a greater understanding of themselves and the world around them.

Many children arrive feeling confused about who they are, struggling with self-confidence and questioning whether they are good enough. Our aim is to build relationships that help every child recognise their own worth and feel that they are someone truly special.

We support each young person on their journey towards recovery, helping them to develop confidence, make positive decisions and find a sense of direction. Through consistent relationships, therapeutic support and encouragement, we create opportunities for children to grow, develop resilience and begin to believe in themselves.

Our homes may look quite unremarkable from the outside, much like the other homes on the same street. But inside, great things happen!

A Place to Feel at Home

Our homes are comfortable and welcoming places, with soft sofas, cosy cushions, clean kitchens and the wonderful smell of freshly baked treats.

They provide a safe haven and a secure base for every child and young person who lives with us.

They are places where children can have fun, spend time together and enjoy quieter moments when they need peace and privacy.

Every child has their own bedroom, offering a private space they can personalise and decorate to reflect their individual tastes, interests and personality.

Our homes are situated within established residential communities, close to parks, shops and other local amenities. There are opportunities to ride bikes, play games, explore the local area and, most importantly, build friendships and feel part of the community.

Above all, our homes are places where children and young people can feel safe, develop a sense of belonging and begin to build a brighter future.

Our Homes

 

Northside Home

 

Eastside
Home

 

Southside Home

Testimonials

“Alfie said he loved the team, home, and young people very much!
I can not fault the staff. They have done everything in their power for this young person.”
I have seen him have excellent relationships with the staff and they have shown they have with him by how they all respond to each other. This has been a fantastic placement for all involved. Thank you
Allocated Social Worker for a young person placed with T-Junction
It was lovely to meet you and the team yesterday and to have a look around the home. It looks like you’ve hit the ground running and have dedicated staff who are passionate about positive outcomes for the young people in your care.
Commissioner – Nottinghamshire
“You were so good with all my children in care, I can only hope that whoever takes over the job is half as good as you!! You have been a shining example for kids in Care as you have proved that it is possible to achieve your dreams and not to become part of the failure statistics.”
Colleague
Tim is a pleasure to work with. He has a lovely relaxed approach to getting things done which will hold him in good stead in his new role of Director of a Residential home. He is thoughtful and considerate with an ability to adapt to what is in front of him. I look forward to working with Tim again in the future.
Lisa CherryTrauma | Resilience | Recovery | Keynote Speaker, Trainer, Published Author
It’s been great working with you Tim, and you’ve helped me with knowledge and confidence that will be passed down to all kiddies we have through our doors.
Reccomendation
Should our paths cross in the future, I am sure it will be positive – knowing the contribution you have made, and always with a positive attitude. It has been very clear to me that you believe in our children’s potential.
Foster Carer
I would like to offer my thanks to Tim for the work he has undertaken on our behalf; he is never anything less than enthusiastic and his energy and drive will be missed by us all.
Colleague
Just want to say thank you for everything and all the support and guidance you have given me whilst you been here! I really do appreciate everything you have done for me!
Head of Service – Virtual School
Thank you for everything you’ve done for me and for always going the extra mile (Work Carried out as an Education Improvement Officer)
Young Person
It was my pleasure to meet the team at T-Junction children services for training in April this year. We had a fun and interesting two days and I was very impressed with what I saw. The whole team were friendly and welcoming and I immediately felt at ease. They are a strong group with an excellent range of knowledge and skills relating to supporting children and I could tell they genuinely cared about creating a positive environment to work or live in. The passion and attitude of the management team also shined through and they will create a great culture of support, encouragement, fun and caring for anyone that comes into the service. I wish the whole team the very best to an exciting future for the company and the staff.
Colleague