our houses
welcome to no.32
Every Rubicon house is different, but they all share the same belief - that you deserve a place where you can feel safe, at home and able to be yourself.
No.32 is a home in Herne Bay for up to five children, with a long-standing team, plenty of personality and room to get settled.
space to feel at home
a place to call home
Rubicon House in Herne Bay is home to up to five children, including one place within the adjoining annex. It has a long-standing team, plenty of personality and an everyday rhythm that belongs to the children and adults there.
The home supports children who have experienced trauma, with care shaped around the individual child and what they need to feel safe, understood and supported. Some children may also have moderate learning disabilities, ADHD or autism, or experience social and emotional difficulties. But none of those things defines who they are. Their personality, experiences, relationships, interests and strengths are always part of getting to know the whole person.
Children have their own bedroom and can make their space their own. The house is a base for school or college, friendships, family contact, activities, appointments, quiet time, celebrations and all the ordinary moments in between.
comfy lounge
family kitchen
outside space
wifi network
The adults are nice and supportive and you will like it here. You can do lots of fun activities
no.32 resident
I like the adults, I feel they have helped me and I was given everything I needed
no.32 resident
Meet the people who make the house
The best way to understand a home is to meet the people in it. Rubicon House has an experienced, stable team who know the children well and bring their own interests, humour and personalities to everyday life.
vanessa
home manager
Give literally the best hugs and loves singing with Vicky.
clair
deputy manager
Has 2 dogs and a goldfish! Enjoys going for walks, camping, music and cooking.
Leigh
deputy manager
Enjoys fun activities. A calm nature, listens to the children’s worries and concerns.
Coral
Shift leader
Enjoys arts and crafts, going to zoo's and loves being around animals.
glenn
shift leader
Enjoys sports and gaming. Has a brilliant sense of humour and is a good listener.
cas
Residential Support
Loves animals and owns a dog, 4 cats, a lizard and 4 fire-bellied toads!
Dami
Residential Support
Enjoys supporting young people, building positive relationships, and loves music.
Dan
Residential Support
Loves getting out and about in the fresh air and doing lots of exciting things.
Ed
Residential Support
Loves camping and being outdoors, especially in his allotment.
charlee
Residential Support
Brought up in Belgium and loves reading, sketching and photography.
ivana
Residential Support
Loves all animals and is a brilliant quiz master - watch out teams!
jeff
Residential Support
Is always smiling and nothing is too much trouble - with you every Sunday.
Nicky
Residential Support
Loves walking her dog, netball and basketball, and is a good listener.
Sam
Residential Support
Loves cooking and making amazing meals. Always gets the job done.
laura
Residential Support
Loves all things crafting and computers. Is always happy to help.
steve
Residential Support
Enjoys fishing, is very kind and down to earth and is a good listener.
ofsted accreditation
Outstanding care
- and what that looked like in practice
Rubicon House was rated Outstanding across all three inspection areas at its full Ofsted inspection on 11–12 February 2026:
- Children’s experiences and progress; how well children and young people are helped and protected; and the effectiveness of leaders and managers.
The value of that judgement is in what inspectors actually saw.
- Children who had experienced several previous moves were becoming settled and secure.
- Children were re-engaging meaningfully with education.
- Transitions were individualised and carefully planned.
- Family relationships were supported, staff advocated for specialist services when needed, and safeguarding was deeply embedded in the home’s culture.
Inspectors also recognised the therapeutic approach as part of everyday practice rather than something separate from it, supported by a stable team, reflective leadership and therapeutic input.
the rubicon way
relationships first
The relationship comes before the framework. We take time to build trust, stay consistent and be there through the ordinary days as well as the difficult ones.
known properly
A child is more than their history or the information written about them. We get to know the person - their strengths, interests, humour, relationships and what helps them feel understood.
always thinking
What works for one child may not work for another. Our teams stay curious, reflect on what they’re seeing and adapt as they learn more about the individual child.