Paige joined us at an important time, when we were focused on strengthening and improving our processes and systems. She brought a thoughtful, constructive approach that helped us fine-tune the way we worked across the home. Her recommendations were practical, proportionate and clearly grounded in what would make the greatest difference to the children in our care.
Paige was consistently consultative with the Registered Manager. She worked in genuine partnership, listened carefully, and took the time to understand the home's context before offering challenge or guidance. It was always evident that she wanted to see us do our very best, and her support left a lasting positive impact on our practice.
Specialist children’s residential care consultancy
Better care starts
with the right
support.
Independent insight. Practical guidance. A personal approach to helping children’s homes and the people who lead them thrive.
Grounded in experience.
Guided by what’s best for children.

in children’s residential care
CareFirst. In every sense.
Good care is built on
strong foundations.
Running a children’s home is a responsibility like no other. You deserve support from someone who understands it.
From independent oversight to opening a new home, CareFirst brings practical experience and thoughtful challenge to the decisions that matter. Together, we can create the conditions for children to feel safe, understood and supported.
Our approach to careAbout CareFirst
Experience you can
trust. A person you
can talk to.
A personal service, led by Paige.
I’ve spent over 10 years in children’s residential care, from Senior Care Practitioner to Deputy Manager, Registered Manager and Responsible Individual.
I understand the pressures, the complexities and the moments that make this work matter. I bring that understanding to every conversation, review and piece of support.
About CareFirst & Paige
Our approach
Professional insight.
A human connection.
The best conversations make space for both reassurance and honest professional challenge.
CareFirst takes time to understand your home and the people within it. We recognise what’s working, explore what needs attention and help turn reflection into practical next steps.
Discover our approachHow we help
The right support.
At the right time.
Whether you’re finding your feet or finding a way forward, there’s a place to start.
Independent oversight
Thoughtful, constructive oversight that recognises good practice and helps you see where care can be stronger.
Explore this supportOpening a children’s home
Practical guidance from your first plans through to pre-registration preparation, with children’s needs at the centre.
Explore this supportLeadership & supervision
Reflective, experienced support for the people responsible for leading safe, nurturing and effective children’s homes.
Explore this supportInspection & improvement
An experienced, measured perspective when you need to assess practice, prepare for inspection or move improvement forward.
Explore this supportCulture & staff development
Support to build reflective teams and embed therapeutic principles in the everyday culture of a home.
Explore this supportOne-off guidance or ongoing support, shaped around your home.
View all servicesIn their words
Expertise you can trust.
Support you can feel.
A little more clarity
You might
be wondering.
Can’t see what you need?
Paige is happy to talk it through.
Who does CareFirst work with?
CareFirst supports children’s residential care providers, Registered Managers, Responsible Individuals and teams. This includes new providers opening a home and established services seeking independent oversight, development or improvement support.
Which areas do you cover?
CareFirst is based in the West Midlands. Paige is happy to travel further afield for ad hoc support or arrangements requiring monthly visits. Work requiring a more regular presence generally focuses on the West Midlands and surrounding areas.
Can support be tailored to our home?
Yes. The starting point is a conversation about your service, the support you need and the stage you have reached. The scope and arrangements are agreed before work begins.
How do we get started?
Call 07957 212054 or email Paige@carefirstconsultancy.com. Share a brief outline of what you need, without including sensitive information about children or staff.
Let’s move forward
Every home is different.
Let’s talk about yours.
A conversation is a good place to start. Tell Paige where you are and what support would help.
