Our Services  

 

Peniel Oasis Homes offers mid- to long-term, planned residential placements for up to two children or young people, of either gender, aged 8 to 17 years on admission (up to 18 years on discharge).

 

We specialise in supporting children and young people who present with a range of emotional, behavioural, and psychological needs, often arising from complex backgrounds or early life trauma.

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We offer care to children and young people who may be:
 

• Victims of trauma, abuse (physical, emotional, sexual), or domestic violence

• Experiencing low self-esteem or a lack of self-confidence

• Displaying emotional and/or behavioural difficulties

• Considered "hard to place" in traditional care settings

• Part of sibling groups requiring placement together

• Living with mental health challenges, including autism or neurodivergence

• Transitioning from inpatient mental health settings

• Subject to restrictions under legal frameworks (e.g., electronic tags, DOLS orders)
   

We understand that many of the children and young people placed with us may have experienced disruption, instability, or a breakdown in previous care arrangements. Our approach is tailored, consistent, and focused on long-term emotional recovery and personal development.

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At Peniel Oasis Homes, we recognise that challenging behaviour is often the visible outcome of underlying trauma, unmet emotional needs, or disrupted attachments. While children and young people are encouraged to take responsibility for their actions, our focus is not only on managing behaviour but also on understanding its root causes.

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We believe that healing and change happen through strong, nurturing relationships and safe, stable environments. Our staff team is trained in trauma-informed practice and attachment-aware approaches, helping children feel secure, valued, and empowered.

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Commitment to Safeguarding and Quality Standards
 

Our service is delivered in line with:

• The Children’s Homes (England) Regulations and Quality Standards 2015

• The London Child Protection Procedures and Practice Guidance

• The Essex Safeguarding Children Partnership policies and procedures

• Other relevant statutory and best-practice frameworks in children’s social care

Safeguarding is central to everything we do. We ensure that our staff are well-trained, highly vigilant, and work in partnership with all relevant professionals to keep young people safe and protected.
 

Each placement is carefully planned and individualised to meet the child’s or young person’s specific needs.

We provide:
 

• A nurturing and consistent daily routine

• Educational support and engagement

• Emotional and mental health support

• Positive behaviour strategies and restorative approaches

• Opportunities for leisure, creativity, and life skills development

• Clear communication with families, social workers, and other professionals

 

We are committed to helping children and young people develop resilience, independence, and a sense of belonging, while preparing them for successful transitions—whether that be returning home, moving to foster care, or progressing to semi-independent living.​​​