Working at Ashton Way
2 Ashton Way, Sunderland, SR3 3RX
Operated by North East Autism Society
3 bedsResidential homes
Workplace Score
7.3/10
AI analysis of latest data
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PlainSight AI Review
Last updated: 9 February 2026
Score: 7.3/10
Key Finding
"Stable experienced staff and strong safety practices, although routine activities lack specialist programmes or innovations."
Safety & Risk
8/10
✓
Per 2022 IPC inspection: Staff used PPE correctly, enhanced cleaning of touchpoints, visitors screened, all assured on infection prevention measures. Per 2020: Risks managed well with positive risk taking, incidents analysed, comprehensive safeguarding.
Staff Culture
7/10
✓
Per 2020 comprehensive inspection: The registered manager was complimentary and supportive of their staff. The culture was mutually supportive. The team had been nominated for an internal 'Commitment to Excellence' award.
Staffing Levels
8/10
✓
Per 2020 comprehensive inspection: The majority of staff had worked at the service for a number of years; they were confident and experienced in their roles. There were enough staff to safely meet people's needs.
Training & Dev
7/10
✓
Per 2020 comprehensive inspection: Mandatory training was well managed and bespoke training put in place where needed. Staff received ongoing refresher training and professional development opportunities.
Management
7/10
✓
Per 2020 comprehensive inspection: Staff received good support from the registered manager and the provider. Relatives and external healthcare professionals felt the service was well-managed.
Programmes
6/10
✓
Per 2020 comprehensive inspection: Regular activities included a disco, friendship group, swimming, bowling and a range of days out.
Points to consider
The job is mostly routine care with regular activities like discos, swimming and bowling, but no specialist programmes or creative innovations to vary the workday.
Per 2020 comprehensive inspection: Regular activities included a disco, friendship group, swimming, bowling and a range of days out.
AI Generated
CQC Inspection Overview
CQC Inspection
Last inspected: March 2020
Good
Safe
✓
Good
Effective
✓
Good
Caring
✓
Good
Responsive
✓
Good
Management Quality
Well-led: Good
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