The Hub, Key’s innovative support concept based in Doncaster, has opened a Community Library for young people who use its services. The Hub supports young people moving on from care settings towards independence and who live in a Keys leaving care service. Set in Doncaster city centre, it provides a safe space for young people to find help and support as they make their journey to independence. It serves young people living across Doncaster, … [Read more...]
National Anti Bullying Week 2022
It’s national Anti-Bullying Week, a really important awareness event and one which is marked across Keys’ schools and homes. This year’s theme is “reach out”. We spoke with Julie Hamilton, Manager Director at Keys, to find out why it’s vital bullying is recognised, and acted upon, particularly in children’s residential homes and schools. “At Keys we support vulnerable young people both in residential children’s homes and in specialist … [Read more...]
Emerging Leaders Programme – Class of October 2022
Following a year of sharing, reflecting, and learning together, these are our Deputy Managers who have recently completed our Emerging Leaders Programme with areas covered including Developing a Vision, Strategic Planning, Leading Culture, Conflict Management, Finance & Budgeting, Leading the Inspection Process, and Effective Communication. As I reflect on our journey over the last year, the quality of thinking, generosity of sharing, and … [Read more...]
Keys Group Inclusion Forum Launched
Keys Group has launched an Inclusion Forum to help the organisation build a working environment and approach that further nurtures a more diverse workforce and inclusive culture where everyone is better equipped and supported to contribute to the delivery of Keys Group’s objectives. This will help Keys be a more inclusive employer and better prepared to support children, young people, adults and colleagues from different backgrounds, including … [Read more...]
Investors in People Awards – We Are Finalists!
KEYS has been named as a finalist in this year’s prestigious Investors in People Awards. The organisation has been shortlisted in the UK Employer of the Year Silver Category for companies which have more than 250 employees. The awards celebrate organisations and individual people from across the world in a range of different categories which all recognise their commitment to #MakeWorkBetter. This year’s awards have been the biggest and … [Read more...]
The Hub Welcomes Dame Rosie
A NEW concept support hub for young people moving on from care settings with Keys Group through towards their independence welcomed a VIP visitor recently. The Hub, in Doncaster, was opened earlier this year by Keys Group, an organisation which supports children, young people and families in its specialist schools, residential children’s homes and leaving care services across the UK. The Hub, located close to the city centre, provides a … [Read more...]
World Mental Health Day 2022
Today is World Mental Health Day; it’s a day that encourages understanding and discussion of mental health in young people. It aims to get young people, and those who support them, talking about how to improve mental health. We spoke with Keys Clinical Director Chris Robinson about Keys Connect, the organisation’s trauma and attachment informed approach to therapeutic care and education which is currently being rolled out across its homes and … [Read more...]
Investors In People – We got Silver!
You'll be aware we've recently been assessed by Investors In People, a process which involved many of you completing surveys, hosting visits to services and spending 1:1 time in discussion with our IIP Practitioners John Walden or Lynn Galletly. We are pleased to confirm we have achieved Silver status! This is an excellent outcome, not least given this was our first entry to the process. Our report recognises the wonderful work going on across … [Read more...]
Queen Elizabeth, 1926 – 2022
Everyone across Keys Group would like to express their deep sadness on the passing of Her Majesty The Queen. Our team members across England and Wales, and the children, young people and families we support, are united with the rest of the UK in our grief at this terribly sad news. Queen Elizabeth II led our country with unflinching devotion to duty for more than 70 years and we will remain forever indebted to her for her service. We wish … [Read more...]
New Rosavilla family assessment centre is joined by special guest to celebrate it’s opening
Families and staff at Keys’ newest family assessment centre were recently joined by a VIP guest for a very special celebration event to mark its opening. Rosavilla, in Brierley Hill, Dudley Borough, is Keys’ fourth family assessment centre. The centre’s team and families supported at the service were delighted to welcome local MP Mike Wood, who represents Dudley South, along with other invited guests as it officially opened its doors. Mike, … [Read more...]
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