Working at Kings House
1 Earle Road, Bournemouth, BH4 8JQ
Operated by Together for Mental Wellbeing
19 bedsResidential homes
Workplace Score
6.4/10
AI analysis of latest data
Our AI workplace review
PlainSight AI Review
Last updated: 9 February 2026
Score: 6.4/10
Key Finding
"Strong team culture where staff feel supported and a reliable manager, but new staff checks and basic activities need improvement."
Safety & Risk
7/10
✓
Safeguarding training was mandatory for all staff, was up to date, and had included regular updates. Records showed safeguarding referrals had been made as necessary.
Staff Culture
8/10
✓
Staff told us they were a ‘team’ and worked well together. Staff were passionate about the people they supported; they told us this was because they were supported too.
Staffing Levels
5/10
!
The provider made sure there were enough qualified, skilled and experienced staff; following the inspection the manager took steps to strengthen the process around obtaining full employment histories for staff in accordance with legislation.
Training & Dev
6/10
✓
Staff received training which consisted of both online and face to face learning. This had included specific training for conditions affecting people’s physical and mental health.
Management
7/10
✓
We received positive feedback about the manager of the service. People told us they could rely on the manager; staff said 'The manager is very good, they are understanding and accommodating'.
Programmes
5/10
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Per 2019 comprehensive inspection: One of the senior staff oversaw the provision of in-house activities based on people's suggestions and interests; people pursued hobbies including music lessons, art studio and pets.
Points to consider
Staff numbers are adequate but they had to improve checks on new staff's job histories after the inspection.
following the inspection the manager took steps to strengthen the process around obtaining full employment histories for staff in accordance with legislation.
Only basic activities like hobbies, outings and in-house events overseen by a senior, no dedicated coordinator or specialist programmes.
Per 2019 comprehensive inspection: One of the senior staff oversaw the provision of in-house activities, which were based on people's suggestions and interests.
AI Generated
CQC Inspection Overview
CQC Inspection
Last inspected: May 2025
Good
Safe
✓
Good
Effective
✓
Good
Caring
✓
Good
Responsive
✓
Good
Management Quality
Well-led: Good
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