Last updated: 10 February 2026
"Supportive leadership and a happy culture where staff feel valued, but activities limited by fundraising and some agency staff used."
2021 inspection: Assured on infection prevention policy, PPE use, testing, social distancing; per 2018: risks and medicines managed safely.
Per 2018 comprehensive inspection: Staff said 'it's a happier, more friendly place and [staff] work together'; staff liked working at the home.
Per 2018 comprehensive inspection: Sufficient staff on duty to meet needs; fewer agency staff employed, mostly familiar when used.
Per 2018 comprehensive inspection: Thorough induction, range of training topics with regular refreshers; 2021: training in PPE, infection control, COVID-19.
Per 2018 comprehensive inspection: Registered manager provided good leadership and direction; staff felt supported by the registered manager and deputy manager.
Per 2018 comprehensive inspection: Range of activities like cricket training, zoo outings, pub visits; arranged as fundraising allowed.
No activities coordinator, so role involves basic outings like zoo trips and sports limited by fundraising.
Staff arranged as many activities, outings and entertainments for which their fund-raising efforts were able to provide the funding.
Only standard training and induction, no specialist courses or funded qualifications.
New staff received a thorough induction... Staff undertook a range of training in topics that assisted them to do their job well.
Staffing adequate but some agency workers still used to cover shifts.
Recruitment had been successful and fewer agency staff were employed. When agency staff were needed, they were nearly always staff who had worked at the home previously.
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Last inspected: January 2019
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Well-led: Good
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