INSIGHT SUPPORT GROUP

Connecting Families, Strengthening bonds

Our mission is to foster positive family experiences and provide a safe, nurturing environment where children and families can build meaningful connections

Meet the Team

Our leadership and operational team bring together a wealth of experience in social work, education, and child development

Director: Oversees the strategic direction of the centre, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and fostering partnerships with stakeholders.

Contact Manager: Manages the day-to-day operations of the centre, including scheduling sessions, liaising with referrers, and overseeing staff performance.

Safeguarding Manager: Provide hands-on support during supervised and supported contact sessions. They ensure the safety and well-being of children, facilitate positive interactions, and document observations for referrers

Supervisors/Contact Facilitators: Provide hands-on support during supervised and supported contact sessions. They ensure the safety and well-being of children, facilitate positive interactions, and document observations for referrers

Grace OFORI

Director

Grace has been a Practice Educator who has specialised in safeguarding and supporting families, children, students, and professionals for many years. With extensive experience as a supervising social worker, Grace is skilled in child development, safeguarding, and assessments.
Before her social work career in 1991, Grace worked with children of all ages in educational and Sunday school settings, which deepened her understanding of child development and the importance of nurturing relationships.

As a parent, Grace appreciates the unconditional love and bond between a parent and child. This perspective motivates her to create a safe, therapeutic space for families. Grace is dedicated to helping children stay connected to their families in warm, fun, and loving ways, ensuring their well-being remains at the heart of every interaction.
Grace’s dedication to her community is evident in her approach to creating meaningful, supportive services that prioritise the well-being and development of children while honouring family relationships.

Augustina (Tina) AMPOFO

Contact Manager

Tina’s professional journey began in 2018 as a Supervising Social Worker in an Independent Fostering Agency. During this time, she made significant contributions to fostering practices, ensuring that both foster carers and staff were well-equipped to provide the best care for children and young people.

Fostering and supporting families and children has always been close to her heart. Currently, Tina serves as one of the Fostering Team managers, where she has the privilege of meeting and interacting with foster carers and families at panel meetings. she also enjoys organizing family contact sessions and other activities that promote a sense of inclusivity and belonging for both children and their families.

Tina is committed to creating a supportive and efficient environment where the team can thrive. Her goal is to ensure that every interaction within the contact centre is handled with the utmost care and professionalism, reflecting the company’s dedication to the well-being of children and families. The opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of children and young people, and to support the dedicated carers who open their homes and hearts to them, is what drives her.

Our Values and Ethos

CHILD-CENTRED APPROACH - Ensuring the safety, welfare, and development of children remains our top priority.
INTEGRITY AND PROFESSIONALISM- : Upholding honesty, respect, and confidentiality in all our interactions.
EMPOWERMENT - Supporting families to strengthen their relationships and create lasting positive change.
INCLUSIVITY - Providing an environment that respects diversity and promotes equality for all families.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT - Collaborating with stakeholders to enhance the support available to families in need.