Working at Bakewells Care Home

2022 IPC inspection: 'We were assured that the provider was using PPE effectively and safely... making sure infection outbreaks can be effectively prevented or managed.' Per 2019: 'no blame culture... lessons learned to achieve sustained improvements.'

Per 2019 comprehensive inspection: 'One member of staff said, "It's a lovely place to work, we are one big happy family." Staff confirmed things could be discussed during supervision meetings.'

Per 2019 comprehensive inspection: 'The home continued to benefit from a long-serving dedicated staff team who worked flexibly to meet people's needs... no staff from agencies were used.'

Per 2019 comprehensive inspection: 'The registered manager had an exceptional approach to training and development. Staff spoken with confirmed that they were encouraged and supported... with further development and training... comprehensive training for caring for people living with dementia.'

Per 2019 comprehensive inspection: 'Staff spoken with were positive about the leadership of the home. One person told us, "They [registered manager and managing director] are always at the home, they are very much involved. I find them both very approachable and supportive."'

Per 2019 comprehensive inspection: 'The home employed an activity co-ordinator... "Tovertafel (Magic Table)"... visit from the "Zoo Lab"... partnership with a local school under the banner of "schools in care homes".'