A place to settle
A furnished bedroom and shared living spaces, with support to build routines, positive relationships and a sense of belonging.
Support built on partnership
Supported accommodation.
Planned around need.
The Bridging Gap provides supported accommodation in Newcastle and the North East region for young people aged 16–17, with 18+ placements considered subject to assessed suitability and continued placing-authority involvement. We work with placing authorities, social workers and professional networks to plan individual support, assess placement suitability and prepare for move-on.
What we do
A small setting.
A coordinated support model.
We provide a small shared home for three young people in Newcastle, with individual support that connects daily life to longer-term goals. Our approach is strengths-based and informed by each young person’s experiences.
Support with purpose
A designated key worker and an individual plan covering daily living, education, wellbeing and the steps towards independence.
Progress made together
We review goals with young people and work with social workers and other professionals, adapting support as needs change.
Who we serve
Different stories.
Individual support.
Our service is for looked-after young people and care leavers aged 16–17, referred through placing authorities, whose assessed needs can be met in supported accommodation.
We recognise that young people may have experienced disruption, trauma or difficult transitions. We respect their identity, culture, faith and sexuality, and consider the individual needs of unaccompanied asylum-seeking young people.
Every referral is assessed for support needs, risks and compatibility with the shared home. Continuing support beyond 18 depends on assessed suitability and the placing authority’s ongoing involvement.
Understand suitability and referralsFrom enquiry to placement
The information your team needs.
Review the service model, discuss the individual requirements and agree a referral route with our team.
Suitability & matching
Assessment considers support needs, risks, readiness for supported accommodation and compatibility with existing residents.
Referral requirementsSupport & review
A designated worker, individual support plan, monthly reviews with the young person and quarterly reviews with their social worker.
Support and outcomesService assurance
Request the Statement of Purpose, current registration information and relevant safeguarding and quality-monitoring policies.
Service informationWhat matters to us
Core values
The principles behind the home we create, the relationships we build and the support we provide.
Safety & belonging
A welcoming, respectful home where young people can feel secure and take pride in their space.
Voice & choice
Listening to young people, involving them in decisions and helping them understand their rights.
Confidence & self-worth
Recognising strengths, celebrating progress and supporting goals that matter to each individual.
Health & wellbeing
Supporting healthy routines and access to the right health and wellbeing professionals.
Trust & respect
Building consistent relationships and respecting identity, culture, faith and individual experience.
Independence & opportunity
Practising everyday skills, connecting with education and work, and preparing for a positive next step.
Planning, reviews & outcomes
Clear goals.
Regular progress reviews.
Progress looks different for everyone. We use individual support plans and Outcomes Stars to help young people recognise their strengths and decide what to work on next.
- Regular conversationsMonthly reviews with the young person, alongside reviews with their social worker.
- Joined-up supportWorking with education, health and other relevant professionals around agreed goals.
- A thoughtful next stepPreparing for move-on through practical skills, planning and growing confidence.
Start a conversation
Discuss a potential placement.
Speak with our team about assessed needs, accommodation suitability, support arrangements and the next steps for your referral.
Supporting a young person to understand their placement? Read our young-person guide.