Published on 22 January 2019
“Excellent standard of accommodation, which will provide a safe living environment for our young people.”
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Wallis House opened in 2016 and is situated in the small town of Rothwell on the outskirts of Northamptonshire. Wallis House provides En-suite accommodation for up to 5 young people both male and female (EBD) providing a safe and nurturing environment. Wallis House has good transport links to Northampton town centre, Corby and Kettering whilst also in walking distance of local amenities such as Cafes, local shops, post office, library and recreational grounds. Montsaye Academy Secondary School is located within walking distance of Wallis House as well as Rothwell Junior School.
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“I want to thank the staff in the home, my birthday this year has been the best day of my life.”
“Im so happy in the home, the staff go out of their way to make sure we go out on activities and that we are comfortable and happy.”
“The placement is absolutely stunning and the attention to detail in each room is noticable.”
“When we arrived at the placement the care staff were very friendly and welcoming which put my young person at ease and we gained a good vibe from the staff.”
Wallis House is managed by Dominique Mckenzie. Dominique has 9 years’ experience working with children and young people in a residential settings of whom many have experienced significant trauma resulting in behavioural and complex needs. Dominique is a committed and passionate manager who strives to achieve positive outcomes for each young person in her care as well as ensuring the development and support for her staff to enable these targets to be reached.
Dominique has attained National Diploma in Health and social care, QCF level 3 working with children and young people, Institute of Occupational Safety and Health and currently working towards QCF level 5 in Leadership and Management.
Author: Marcus Roberts
Categories: Northamptonshire
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Paul joined Homes2Inspire in June 2016. Prior to joining Homes2Inspire, Paul worked as an employability adviser helping NEET young people into employment, education and training. Paul is a qualified careers adviser has a passion for helping young people fulfil their potential, whether it be academically or vocationally.
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Angela has worked in secondary school settings since 2009 working predominately in pastoral management. In this role Angela worked alongside social services, pupil referral units and various alternative provisions. Moving onto a position as Careers and Business Enterprise Coordinator in 2017 Angela qualified as a careers adviser before joining Homes2Inspire in April 2019.
Laura joined Homes2Inspire in January 2020. Laura has a degree in Youth and Community Development as well as a PGCE in Further Education. Laura has worked with young people for 12 years in different educational settings, including schools, colleges and prisons. Laura’s previous roles have given her experience in pastoral care, IAG and course design and delivery.
Homes2Inspire have three dedicated Education Engagement Coordinators who are the link between the home, the local authority and the school. They advise on admissions, attend statutory meetings to advocate for our young people and provide career's advice across all homes.