About us
We are a charity founded in 1870 to create brighter futures for children and young people. We work across the UK and Isle of Man providing children’s homes, supported housing, fostering and specialist support services, all designed for young people in care, on the edge of care, or leaving care. We work alongside young people to support their development, grow their confidence and reach their full potential.
Our work is shaped by the ‘Head, Heart, Hands’ principles of social pedagogy. The Head represents the evidence-base behind our practice; Heart is for the meaningful relationships we forge with young people; and the Hands symbolise how we equip young people for real life by empowering them to make decisions.
Finances
Our new strategy outlines how we will support children and young people over the next 5 years (2024-2029). This new chapter represents a refocussed enhancement and extension of our previous strategy and was co-produced in collaboration with our dedicated staff and young people, whose insight and input remains invaluable.
Initially we will undertake a period of deliberate consolidation and stabilisation. After which we will embark on a period of strategic growth in defined and qualified areas.
As ever, our approach will be participative, aligned with our ways of working and underpinned by our Philosophy of Care.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement
St Christopher's Commitment to the Halo Code | St Christopher's Fellowship
We are an equal-opportunity employer keen to develop an inclusive workforce where people feel they belong. We hope to attract applications from under- represented groups, including people from different cultures, nationalities, socioeconomic backgrounds, ages, disabilities, religions, faith, sex, orientation, childcare responsibilities, care experienced and gender-diverse identities.
Further Reading
Opening Doors Since 1870 | Our History | St Christopher's Fellowship
Impact Report | Children's Charity St Christopher's Fellowship
Introducing our new strategy | St Christopher's Fellowship
St Christopher's Vision & Strategy | Creating Brighter Futures
The power of participation and platforms for young people in care | St Christopher's Fellowship