Last updated: 10 February 2026
"Strong leadership, a proud and stable team where staff feel valued like family, plus robust safety, although one new recruit's file initially missed full work history."
People were protected from the risk of abuse and robust safeguarding processes were in place. Incidents and accidents were recorded appropriately and analysed to ensure lessons were learnt. People received their medicines as prescribed and the provider ensured staff were trained and competent to administer medicines.
Staff felt valued and supported and were comfortable raising any concerns. Staff told us they felt valued and supported by management and were proud of what the service had achieved. One member of staff said, 'I'm proud to work here, I love the feel of the place. It's a community, I feel like part of a family.'
The provider had recruited more permanent staff since our last inspection and continued to reduce the number of agency workers deployed within the service. Staff and relatives spoke positively about the stability of the team and the positive impact this had on people living in the service.
Staff had been provided with specialised training, tailored to understanding how to support people who may be feeling distressed or upset, in a dignified and respectful way. Staff had received medicines training and had their competency to administer medicines assessed.
The registered manager had clear oversight over the service and was committed to continuously driving improvements in people's care. People, relatives and staff spoke positively about the leadership of the service and the dedication of the registered manager.
One new staff member's file was missing full work history when checked, even though they fixed it straight away.
However, we found 1 applicant did not have a full employment history documented. Following the inspection, the provider responded promptly, evidencing the correct information was now recorded.
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Last inspected: March 2023
Management Quality
Well-led: Good
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