Working at Fernbank Nursing Home
Finchley Way, London, N3 1AB
Operated by Mr & Mrs K Bhanji
30 bedsNursing homes
Workplace Score
6.6/10
AI analysis of latest data
Our AI workplace review
PlainSight AI Review
Last updated: 9 February 2026
Score: 6.6/10
Key Finding
"Strong safety practices, supportive management and good training for staff, although some agency staff use affects stability."
Safety & Risk
8/10
✓
Risks associated with people's health and care needs had been clearly identified and assessed, with specific guidance... The registered manager reviewed all accidents and incidents to identify trends.
Staff Culture
7/10
✓
Care staff told us that the registered manager was very supportive... 'I really feel supported.' Regular staff meetings enabled staff to share experiences.
Staffing Levels
5/10
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Throughout the inspection we observed there to be sufficient staff available to meet people's needs safely; spoke with one agency care staff.
Training & Dev
7/10
✓
Staff received a comprehensive induction... mandatory training... specialist bespoke training was also available... regular supervision every two to three months.
Management
7/10
✓
Relatives told us that they found the registered manager to be open and approachable. Feedback included, 'She [registered manager] is very, very approachable... makes things happen'.
Programmes
6/10
✓
Per 2019 comprehensive inspection: Full-time activities coordinator organised a range of activities... regular visits from a local church as well as students from a local school.
Points to consider
Staffing is adequate but they use some agency staff to cover shifts.
We spoke with... one agency care staff.
AI Generated
CQC Inspection Overview
CQC Inspection
Last inspected: May 2022
Good
Safe
✓
Good
Effective
✓
Good
Caring
✓
Good
Responsive
✓
Good
Management Quality
Well-led: Good
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