About Vines Support Services

Compassionate, evidence-based care for children and young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties — rooted in trust, respect, and the PACE model.

Young people supported by the Vines team

Who We Are

At Vines Support Services Ltd, we provide safe and nurturing homes specifically for children with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD). We understand that these children face complex challenges that require compassionate, expert care.

Our mission is to create a caring environment where every child is met with kindness, understanding, and respect. We believe that every child deserves a space where they can express themselves freely, be understood without judgment, and develop confidence and resilience.

We provide personalised support tailored to each child's unique emotional, social, and developmental needs. Through ongoing consultation, we ensure children's voices are heard and their views respected, even when difficult decisions must be made.

Our team carefully assesses risks and protective factors to determine the right level of support, always encouraging independence and positive contributions within both the home and the community.

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Mission & Values

To provide exceptional, compassionate care to children and young people with EBD, fostering a safe, nurturing, and structured environment that supports their emotional healing and personal growth.

We collaborate closely with families, professionals, and communities to address each child's individual needs — unlocking their potential and encouraging independence.

The PACE Model

Our approach is firmly rooted in Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity, and Empathy — guiding every interaction with every young person in our care, every day.

1

Safeguarding First

Safeguarding is our highest priority. We work collaboratively with families, professionals, and wider stakeholders to ensure every young person is protected.

2

Personalised Care

Every child is unique. We honour that by providing support tailored to each child's individual emotional, social, and developmental needs.

3

Inclusive Collaboration

We work as a team — with young people, families, social workers, and communities — to achieve the best outcomes for every child.

4

Evidence-Based Practice

All our care is grounded in research and best practice, continuously reviewed to ensure we are delivering the highest quality of support.

5

Child-Led Approach

Children's voices are heard and their views respected at every stage of the journey — even when difficult decisions must be made.

Meet Our Team

Our team brings together experienced and compassionate professionals dedicated to providing safe, nurturing, and structured care. From our directors and registered managers to our frontline support workers, every member shares a commitment to achieving the best outcomes for every young person.

Meet the Full Team
PT
Prosper Tawanda
Director & RI
TT
Tsungai Tawanda
Director & RM
AM
Allen Mukungatu
Interim Manager

Want to Know More?

Speak to our team about placements, our approach, or joining us as a member of staff.