Bright Futures Homes
Empowering Young Lives through Safety, Opportunity, Acceptance, and Potential.
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At Bright Futures Homes, every team member helps empower young lives through care, opportunity, and respect. Start your rewarding career today.
We’re all about
At Bright Future Homes our aims and objectives are to provide a safe, warm and nurturing environment with exceptional standards of care and accommodation for children.
Safety
We prioritises safety, understanding its importance. The team provides time, reassurance, and necessary support to ensure that each child feels safe.
Opportunities
We are dedicated to offering the best experiences, helping children create memories, try new things, visit new places, and discover what they enjoy most. The goal is for every child to have fun and enjoy themselves.
Acceptance
Each child is accepted for who they are. The team aims to help children become the best versions of themselves by valuing their views and opinions.
Potential
We are committed to supporting children in reaching their full potential without compromise, standing behind them every step of the way.
Residential Care
We offer a safe, nurturing, and tailored environment where children can thrive. Our residential care focuses on meeting the emotional, psychological, and physical needs of each child through personalised care plans.
Educational Support
We are committed to improving educational outcomes for our children. This includes support with school attendance, assistance with homework, and encouragement to pursue higher education or vocational training.
Health and Well-being
Promoting a healthy lifestyle is central to our ethos. We facilitate regular health check-ups, dental care, and nutrition planning. Our staff are trained to support children with special health needs, including those with autism and other neurological conditions.
Emotional and Psychological Support
We are committed to ensuring that every child has access to appropriate therapeutic services, carefully tailored to support their emotional and mental well-being.
Life Skills Development
We equip children with essential life skills to prepare them for independence. This includes cooking, budgeting, personal hygiene, and social skills development.
Activities and Community Engagement
We encourage children to participate in a variety of recreational activities and community engagements, promoting social interaction, and personal interests. This includes sports, arts, outings, and joining local clubs.
Advocacy and Rights
We ensure that children’s voices are heard and respected in all decisions affecting their lives. This includes access to advocacy services and involvement in care planning and reviews​
Our People
Nichola Brown
Responsible Individual
Nichola brings extensive experience in child and adolescent care, holding a Post Graduate Certificate in Child and Adolescent Mental Health and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. With a rich background in managing residential homes and supporting young people with complex needs and challenging behaviours, Nichola is dedicated to providing high-quality care and fostering a supportive environment at Bright Futures Homes.
Jordan Stebbings
Deputy Manager
Jordan brings several years of experience in residential childcare, having worked his way from Residential Worker to Assistant Manager before joining Bright Futures. He holds a Level 4 qualification in Children, Young People and Families Practice. Friendly and supportive, Jordan is passionate about providing consistent, approachable care and enjoys hiking, films, and gaming in his spare time.
Danni Loren-Oldfield
Business & People Services Manager
Danni brings over 25 years of experience in administration and finance to her role as Administration Manager at Bright Futures Homes. Holding a Level 4 Diploma in Administration Management, a Certificate of School Business Management, a Level 3 NVQ in Business and Administration, and IOSH Managing Safely, Danni is well-equipped to contribute to the smooth and effective running of the home.
Tracey Sawyer
Homes Manager
Tracey has experience in residential childcare, education, and elderly care, and holds qualifications in Leadership, Health & Social Care, and Guidance. She brings a therapeutic, child-centred approach to her leadership. Outside work, she enjoys horse riding, swimming, and creative writing. A former endurance rider for England, Tracey is passionate about helping young people thrive and feel heard.
Carl Brooks
Manager
Carl has over 30 years of experience in residential care and education, including secure children’s homes. He holds Level 4 and 5 qualifications in residential childcare and management. Carl brings passion, wisdom, and a love for learning to his work. Outside of work, he enjoys surfing, travelling, and riding his electric unicycle—with his dogs never far behind.
Samuel Oyeyinka
Deputy Manager
Samuel holds a Level 5 qualification in Leadership and Management and has experience in operations and quality assurance. He’s passionate about empowering young people and creating supportive spaces where they feel heard. Outside of work, he enjoys road trips, gaming, music, and working on cars. He also has a quirky party trick—his double-jointed thumb!
Victoria Coade
Assistant Manager
With a background in child protection and over seven years in residential childcare, Vicki brings a unique blend of safeguarding expertise and hands-on care. She holds an NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare. Known as a calm, reliable cheerleader for young people, Vicki also enjoys music, pottery, and exploring new places with friends.
Careers
Join us in our mission
In return for your amazing service and dedication to our young people we will ensure you will have the best training, be supported by knowledgeable and caring Managers and be rewarded for your hard work.Â
We offer flexible employment with competitive pay, including permanent and zero-hours contracts. Benefits include career advancement, routine evaluations, bonus schemes, enhanced DBS checks, and fully paid annual leave.
Impact
Encouraging Creativity- Art and Music as Therapeutic Tools for Young People
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Setting Goals and Building Confidence
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Journaling Prompts for Self Discovery
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