Working at 3L Care - Atherton
Bee Fold Lane, Manchester, M46 0BL
Operated by 3L Care Limited
10 bedsNursing homes
Workplace Score
7.2/10
AI analysis of latest data
Our AI workplace review
PlainSight AI Review
Last updated: 10 February 2026
Score: 7.2/10
Key Finding
"Visible supportive management fosters a proud motivated team with strong safety, but staffing stability and activities coordination lack detail."
Safety & Risk
8/10
✓
2020: Assured safe infection prevention and control. Per 2018: Effective safeguarding processes, comprehensive risks, safe medicines management.
Staff Culture
8/10
✓
Per 2018 comprehensive inspection: Staff spoke about their work with pride and motivation. Open and transparent culture promoted by management.
Staffing Levels
6/10
✓
Per 2018 comprehensive inspection: We found enough skilled staff on duty to meet people's needs.
Training & Dev
7/10
✓
Per 2018 comprehensive inspection: Bespoke training was provided depending upon people's individual needs. Staff received bi-monthly supervision.
Management
8/10
✓
Per 2018 comprehensive inspection: Management were visible and had an 'open door' policy. Relatives and staff described the management as open, honest and supportive.
Programmes
6/10
✓
Per 2018 comprehensive inspection: Social and leisure activities provided based on needs and preferences including community outings, gardening, art and board games.
Points to consider
Staff numbers are enough to meet needs, but no details on team stability or agency use to show it's better than average.
We found enough skilled staff on duty to meet people's needs. Relatives confirmed there were sufficient staff on duty at the home to meet people's needs and to maintain their family member's safety. Per 2018 comprehensive inspection
Varied activities like outings, gardening and games add some interest, but no dedicated coordinator or specialist programmes mentioned.
Social and leisure activities were provided based on people's individual needs and preferences. People were supported to maintain relationships, learn new skills and be involved in their local community. Per 2018 comprehensive inspection
AI Generated
CQC Inspection Overview
CQC Inspection
Last inspected: September 2018
Good
Safe
✓
Good
Effective
✓
Good
Caring
✓
Good
Responsive
✓
Good
Management Quality
Well-led: Good
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