Last updated: 9 February 2026
"Inspiring leadership, supportive culture, excellent training and innovative activities, although staff retention details are unclear."
There were risk assessments in place, which gave staff clear instructions as to how to keep people safe... Medicines were safely managed. Staff had received training and their competencies were tested annually. There were regular audits.
One member of staff said, 'The staff team here are lovely and work well together; we are all here for the 'guys'. 'This is a great place to work'... [Registered manager] door is always open, they are fair and encourage us to contribute our ideas.
People could be assured that they would be supported by sufficient numbers of staff. Records showed that people received their care in the way they needed to maintain their safety. Staff readily volunteered to cover extra shifts if needed.
Staff training was relevant... based around current legislation and The British Institute for Learning Disabilities (BILD) best practice guidance... The provider invested in their staff... 'stepping stones' program... 'career ladder' opportunities for staff.
A registered manager who inspired their staff and led by example managed 78 Polwell Lane. They often worked alongside staff to ensure they maintained their knowledge of the people they supported.
supported people to try new experiences, such as chair yoga, music therapy, sailing and travelling abroad... The registered manager agreed... to have a summerhouse built... big enough to house their own soft play ball pool... 'Owls to be hold'... Jeepers Creepers.
Staff numbers meet needs with extras covered by volunteers, but no details on staff staying long-term or agency use.
People could be assured that they would be supported by sufficient numbers of staff... Staff readily volunteered to cover extra shifts if needed to ensure that people knew the staff that supported them.
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Last inspected: March 2018
Management Quality
Well-led: Good
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