tearmann care
nurturing new hope
Established in 2025, Tearmann Care is a specialist care home dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing sanctuary for children aged 6–13 who have experienced complex developmental trauma and attachment difficulties.
our name
Tearmann comes from the Gaelic (Irish) word meaning sanctuary or boundary.
our mission
To offer healing and sanctuary to children affected by relational and developmental trauma.
our vision
To become the leading provider of specialist care to children affected by trauma.

Safety

Trust

Collaboration

Respect

Empowerment
Tearmann Cottage is a bespoke, modern house designed to contribute to reducing the impact of trauma. Every aspect of the home is designed to reduce rather than induce feelings associated with trauma.
...highly skilled social workers don't just respond to crisis - they create the conditions for lasting change, navigating complexity with compassion, courage and clarity.
40+
years of combined experience in social work
We are a team of experienced social work professionals and senior practitioners with over
40 years of combined experience working directly with children and young people. Our
background spans both the public and voluntary sectors, where we specialise in supporting
children who present with complex and challenging behaviours. As Therapeutic Crisis
Intervention (TCI) and Restorative Practices leads, we are dedicated to promoting safe,
nurturing, and trauma-informed environments.
- Residential Social Worker
- Residential Care Worker
- Residential Care Worker (waking night)
Transparency & Integrity
Foster a culture of honesty, trust, and openness in all interactions, creating a positive and supportive environment.
Safety & Accountability
Maintain high standards of care through reflection, learning, and accountability, ensuring continuous improvements.
Curiosity & Growth
Cultivate a learning culture by prioritising staff development, ongoing training, and integrating insights from research.