Last updated: 9 February 2026
"Well-led managers and safe risk management, although limited daily activities and more agency staff use hold it back."
People were protected from the risk of avoidable harm because risks to people had been identified, assessed and had appropriate risk management plans in place. Medicines were managed safely.
Staff knew of their roles and responsibilities, they told us they felt the culture of the service was moving in the right direction... staff from the service's head office were providing additional support to improve teamwork and morale.
There was enough staff available to support people's needs... Staff told us there was enough staff most times. One staff said, 'We have had to use agency lately.'
Per 2020 comprehensive inspection: Staff were supported through induction, training and supervision to ensure they performed their role effectively. All new staff completed an induction programme including the care certificate... mandatory training such as safeguarding adults.
The service was well-led by a management team who had good oversight of the service. Managers were visible in the home and people told us they came around daily to greet them and ask about their welfare.
Per 2020 comprehensive inspection: activities included a walking club, coffee mornings, cooking, art and crafts, visits from children... However, there was not enough available activities throughout the day to keep people stimulated.
Staffing levels are okay but they have started using agency staff more lately.
We have had to use agency lately. Historically we barely used agency as we had our own bank and staff picked up shifts."
Only standard training like induction and mandatory courses, no specialist training or qualifications funded.
Per 2020 report: All new staff completed an induction programme including the care certificate... training considered mandatory such as safeguarding adults, infection control and health and safety."
Activities programme exists with a coordinator but lacks enough options throughout the day for variety.
Per 2020 report: there was not enough activities available throughout the day to keep people stimulated... We observed the lack of structured activities."
AI Generated
Last inspected: November 2022
Management Quality
Well-led: Good
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