Participation and involvement
XYP Childcare
We believe every young person has the right to be heard, supported and given the opportunity to thrive.
Our Mission
Young people listened to, involved, and taken seriously.
Participation and involvement are key to ensuring children and young people are listened to, involved and their views taken seriously. Our commitment to participation and involvement is central to the way we work. Our young people are heavily involved in the design and delivery of the service they receive.
We have adopted the "UN Convention of The Rights of The Child" as one of our major underpinning philosophies, and much of our work is deeply rooted in the ethos and principles of participation and involvement: respecting, honouring and creating meaningful and long-lasting participation opportunities to effect long-term change.
Strategies such as our "Participation and Involvement Strategy" and "Development Plans" for each of our homes all reflect the same commitment. Across our homes, we are committed to meeting the national participation standards which promote best practice.
Our homes are registered to accommodate one young person at a time, aged between 8 and 17 years. This single-child model allows us to provide a highly individualised, low-arousal and consistent approach - one that is particularly well suited to young people who have experienced trauma, disruption, neurodiversity or difficulties with emotional regulation. Every aspect of daily life, education, and support is tailored entirely around the individual child in our care.
Our approach is rooted in PACE - Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity and Empathy - a trauma-informed model developed by Dan Hughes for children and young people who have experienced developmental trauma and disrupted attachments. Before we use any form of behavioural guidance, we focus first on building an emotional connection between the young person and the adults around them. This connection is the foundation for everything else we do.
We offer crisis, short-term and longer-term placements. Our crisis provisions are primarily designed for periods of up to 90 days, giving young people the space, stability and support they need to stabilise and begin to build trust with a consistent team. Longer-term placements are also available, providing continuity of care, environment and relationships as the young person's local authority works towards permanent arrangements.
Education
A flexible education package built around each young person.
Our vision for education is simple: to provide a flexible package for young people who have not previously engaged, or are currently not engaging, in education.
Our qualified Education Coordinator trains and supports the care staff team to deliver an innovative in-house education package. Each package is entirely bespoke, built around the young person's level of need and their individual interests. This child-centred approach is based around the Duke of Edinburgh's Award programme and the AQA Unit Award Scheme, with many qualifications delivered through our adventurous outdoor activities provisions.
Duke of Edinburgh's Award
An internationally recognised programme, DofE gives young people the opportunity to have fun, make friends, build confidence and develop essential skills for life and work - resilience, problem-solving, teamwork and communication. Because DofE is often delivered through schools, many of the young people we support have never had the chance to take part. By providing it ourselves, we ensure they can.
AQA Unit Award Scheme
The AQA Unit Award Scheme (UAS) is a flexible recording of achievement scheme with a simple motto: "Achievement for all". With over 10,000 units covering a huge range of areas and skill levels, it allows us to build a tailor-made programme for each young person. Achievements are recognised early and often, with a certificate awarded each time a unit is completed - helping to build self-esteem and a sense of educational self-worth from the outset.
Young people will never feel like they are "going to school". They remain in control of where their learning takes place and can track their own progress. Our outdoor activities - from hill walking and orienteering to kayaking and bushcraft - are woven directly into the education programme, so that developing real-world skills and gaining accredited qualifications happen together, naturally.
Join the Team
A caring, nurturing and fun environment.
Each young person is looked after by a small, dedicated team supported by the Registered Manager of the home. We endeavour to provide young people with structure and routine, whilst actively promoting opportunities to learn new skills, build resilience and experience personal growth.
We believe in an atmosphere, environment and approach that is caring, nurturing and fun - for both the young people in our care and the team that works around each child.
The primary function of an XYP Childcare Support Worker - whether in the home or the outdoor environment - is to ensure all young people receive high quality care in line with the Quality Standards and Children's Homes Regulations 2015. Staff support young people through their daily routines, advocate on their behalf, and encourage them to achieve their full potential in all areas of their lives.
XYP Childcare Ltd is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all children and young people in our care. All staff carry a key responsibility to ensure safeguarding remains of paramount importance in everything we do.
We strongly encourage young people to participate in activities and hobbies that interest them. Through our adventurous outdoor activities provisions, they gain exposure to new experiences and develop confidence and skills - from bouldering and canoeing to rock climbing, mountain biking and wild camping.
Equal opportunity employment
XYP Childcare Ltd is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforce and the young people we care for. Our aim is that our workforce is truly representative of all sections of society, and that every employee feels respected and able to give their best.
It is the continuing policy of XYP Childcare Ltd to provide equal opportunity employment to all employees and applicants, without regard to gender, race, disability, religion or belief, or age. All employees, whether full-time, part-time or temporary, will be treated fairly and with respect.
Health
Supporting physical and emotional health.
We aim to ensure that every young person placed with us is healthy and happy. The staff team at XYP Childcare are committed to providing high quality primary health care across emotional health, physical wellbeing, and specialist health needs - however short or long the placement.
Our team takes an active role in promoting all aspects of healthy living: supporting a well-balanced diet, good personal hygiene, appropriate sleep routines and regular exercise. Health checks, assessments and appointments are recorded for each young person, and we proactively address any health needs as they arise.
Our care programme includes education on healthy living and eating, personal care, emotional wellbeing, and awareness of wider health topics including contraception, substance awareness and mental health. We work to prepare young people to take ownership of their own health as they move towards independence.
Wherever possible, young people admitted to our homes remain registered with their own GP, dentist and other health practitioners. Where this is not practical, or where the young person wishes to change, we support them - with parental agreement - to register with local services. Parents are kept informed of medical matters, with due regard for the young person's Fraser competence and right to confidentiality.
Contact Us
For referrals, recruitment interest, or urgent contact.
Whether you are looking to make a referral, join the team, or simply find out more about our provisions, please contact XYP Childcare by phone or email.