Last updated: 9 February 2026
"Approachability of the manager and improved staff culture stand out, but activity plans are not always followed and high turnover causes busy shifts."
The systems to safeguard people had improved. The way people's medicines are managed had improved since our last inspection. People received their medicines in the way prescribed for them.
Staff told us the culture of the service had improved. Comments from staff included, 'Everyone is a lot happier now... it's really good', and 'Things are getting better, it's a lovely place to work.'
Staff told us there were enough staff to meet people's needs. They said at times they were busy, due to staff sickness, but usually shifts were covered. Relatives told us there had been a high turnover of staff.
Staff received regular training and were knowledgeable about their roles and responsibilities. Staff received one to one supervision and told us they felt supported.
Staff told us the registered manager was always available and approachable. One staff member told us, 'Since [name of registered manager] has come in the place has improved tenfold. I feel respected and listened to.'
People had individual activity plans in place based on their assessed needs. We found the activity plans were not always being followed by staff.
Activity plans exist but staff do not always follow them, so the role lacks variety and creative engagement.
We found the activity plans were not always being followed by staff. For example, one person who needed to have regular daily walks often was just taken out for a drive by staff.
High staff turnover and sickness covering means shifts get busy at times.
Relatives told us there had been a high turnover of staff, and changes in the staff team. Staff said at times they were busy, due to staff sickness.
Only standard training and induction, no specialist courses or funded qualifications mentioned.
New staff were required to complete an induction to ensure they had the required skills and competence... The training record showed staff received continual training in subjects to meet the needs of the people they supported.
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Last inspected: March 2020
Management Quality
Well-led: Good
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