An interview with Andy Thompson from CYP First a leading training provider based in England . Andy has extensive experience managing children's houses whereby his houses received outstanding ratings by OFSTED .

Since 2017 Andy has been training the children's services workforce via his company 'CYP First' which her co founded with his business partner . This episode looks at Andy's journey and motivation , the challenges and realities of the role , comparisons between Scotland and England , the importance of training plus much more . This is an essential listen for anyone connected to residential childcare .