Working at Mather Fold House
Hoghton Lane, Preston, PR5 4EP
Operated by Parkcare Homes (No.2) Limited
6 bedsResidential homes
Workplace Score
6.9/10
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PlainSight AI Review
Last updated: 9 February 2026
Score: 6.9/10
Key Finding
"A supportive team culture and strong safety practices impress, but no permanent manager and basic activities hold it back."
Safety & Risk
8/10
✓
Per 2020 comprehensive inspection: The provider had robust systems in place which helped ensure people's medicines were stored and administered safely. The provider had robust policies in place which helped safeguard people from abuse. The manager regularly reviewed and updated risk management plans.
Staff Culture
8/10
✓
Per 2020 comprehensive inspection: Staff reported feeling part of a consistent and supportive team. The management team promoted a positive culture within the home. Staff told us... 'I feel I have developed skill and confidence.'
Staffing Levels
6/10
✓
Per 2020 comprehensive inspection: Rotas we reviewed showed staffing levels had been maintained. Staff we spoke with felt there were enough staff on duty to maintain the safety of the person and themselves.
Training & Dev
7/10
✓
Per 2020 comprehensive inspection: The provider ensured staff completed all necessary training. We reviewed the training records and found staff were up to date. Staff received regular supervision from a member of the management team.
Management
6/10
✓
Per 2020 comprehensive inspection: Staff told us the management of the home had improved and they found them approachable and responsive but the registered manager had transferred to another home and the service was being managed by the service manager who had applied to register with the CQC.
Programmes
6/10
✓
Per 2020 targeted inspection: The staff had developed a programme of activities based in the home... This included, exercise sessions, movie nights and a take away night. Per 2020 comprehensive inspection: Records we reviewed showed people had been engaged in a broad range of experiences and activities.
Points to consider
No permanent manager in post at inspection, though staff find the interim team approachable.
At the time of inspection the registered manager had transferred to another home and the service was being managed by the service manager who had applied to register with the CQC.
Staffing levels are adequate and staff say there are enough on duty, but no details on staff retention or agency use.
Rotas we reviewed showed staffing levels had been maintained. Staff we spoke with felt there were enough staff on duty to maintain the safety of the person and themselves.
Activities programme includes basics like movie nights and exercise sessions, but no specialist or innovative approaches.
The staff had developed a programme of activities based in the home... This included, exercise sessions, movie nights and a take away night.
AI Generated
CQC Inspection Overview
CQC Inspection
Last inspected: February 2020
Good
Safe
✓
Good
Effective
✓
Good
Caring
✓
Good
Responsive
✓
Good
Management Quality
Well-led: Good
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