Last updated: 9 February 2026
"Staff feel supported by management and enjoy an open team culture, but limited activities programmes and basic training hold it back."
The registered manager ensured people were safe by making sure all staff received safeguarding training to keep them safe from harm. Systems were in place to monitor trends where accidents or incidents had taken place.
The culture in the service was open, empowering and inclusive. Staff we spoke with told us the registered manager involved them in how the home was managed and run and they worked as part of a team.
Relatives told us there were sufficient staff. Staff told us there were sufficient staff to keep people safe and we confirmed this.
Staff had access to suitable training, supervision and staff meetings. Newly appointed staff went through an induction process which included the care certificate where needed.
Staff told us they felt very supported now and the manager was always available when needed. A staff member said, 'Situations here are much improved to previous years'.
We saw evidence that showed people's interests, likes, dislikes and hobbies were promoted. For example, swimming, snooker, shopping.
No activities coordinator or structured programme, just basic outings like swimming and shopping, so the role is mostly routine personal care.
We saw evidence that showed people's interests, likes, dislikes and hobbies were promoted. For example, swimming, snooker, shopping.
Only standard training like induction and the care certificate, no specialist courses or funded qualifications.
Staff had access to suitable training, supervision and staff meetings. Newly appointed staff went through an induction process which included the care certificate where needed.
Staffing is adequate but nothing special, with no details on agency use or staff staying long-term.
Relatives told us there were sufficient staff. A relative said, 'Where two staff are needed in the community to keep my relative safe this is always in place.' Staff told us there were sufficient staff to keep people safe.
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Last inspected: February 2020
Management Quality
Well-led: Good
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