Last updated: 9 February 2026
"Staff feel supported by stable leadership and receive good training, but agency staff cover vacancies and activities are limited evenings and weekends."
Individual risks to people were assessed and actions were put in place to keep them safe. Medicines were managed safely. The registered manager analysed trends in incidents and actions taken to help prevent similar incidents occurring again.
Relatives gave positive feedback about the caring attitudes of staff and the effective management of the service. Staff said they felt supported and there were clear lines of management.
The provider ensured there were enough staff to provide sufficient support to people who use the service. This included use of agency staff to cover vacancies.
The provider made sure staff received appropriate training relevant to their role. Relatives said, 'Staff are well trained in autism' and 'Staff are well trained and totally switched onto [my family member's] needs.'
Staff said they felt supported and there were clear lines of management. A care professional commented, 'there's a more stable leadership team in place now.'
Per 2018 comprehensive inspection: People had a range of educational and occupational activities during college times including work experience placements in the local community, on-site bakery and café, furniture workshops, IT, art and media sessions.
Staffing levels are good enough but they use agency staff to cover vacant shifts.
This included use of agency staff to cover vacancies. The provider endeavoured to use consistent agency staff who were familiar with people.
Activities have variety during college hours like workshops and work placements but fewer choices in evenings and weekends.
Per 2018 comprehensive inspection: People and relatives felt there were fewer activities outside of college in evenings and weekends.
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Last inspected: March 2023
Management Quality
Well-led: Good
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