Working at Sandford Grove House
70-72 Machon Bank, Sheffield, S7 1GR
Operated by Sandford House Limited
18 bedsResidential homes
Workplace Score
6.4/10
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PlainSight AI Review
Last updated: 9 February 2026
Score: 6.4/10
Key Finding
"A welcoming culture and supportive managers create a positive atmosphere, but the lack of activities programmes makes it mostly routine personal care."
Safety & Risk
7/10
✓
Staff were aware of their responsibilities in keeping people safe. Policies and procedures for the safe management of medicines were in place. There were robust recruitment procedures in operation.
Staff Culture
8/10
✓
We found a welcoming, open and positive culture at the service that was encouraged and supported by the registered provider and registered manager. Staff told us there was always a good atmosphere and they enjoyed their jobs.
Staffing Levels
6/10
✓
Staff told us they felt enough staff were provided to meet people's needs. Records confirmed, during each day a minimum of two staff were provided. Three staff were provided on most days. One staff was provided during each night.
Training & Dev
6/10
✓
We checked the staff training matrix, which showed staff were provided with relevant training so they had appropriate skills. Staff spoken with said they undertook an induction and refresher training and the training was, 'Very good.'
Management
7/10
✓
Staff said both managers were approachable and supportive. Comments included, '[Name of registered provider] is excellent. We are a good team and we all work together' and 'We've got a very good manager. It's great working here. I love it.'
Programmes
2/10
✕
No activities, engagement programmes, creative approaches, or distinctive enrichment mentioned; report describes only routine personal care, risk management, and support for independent daily choices.
Points to consider
No activities programme or coordinator, so the role is mostly routine personal care.
No mention of any activities, engagement programmes, creative approaches, or staff involvement in enrichment beyond basic support.
Staffing is adequate but basic, with minimum two staff on days and one at night.
during each day a minimum of two staff were provided. Three staff were provided on most days. One staff was provided during each night.
Only standard mandatory training, no specialist courses or funded qualifications.
Staff were provided with relevant training and supervision so they had the skills they needed to undertake their role.
AI Generated
CQC Inspection Overview
CQC Inspection
Last inspected: September 2018
Good
Safe
✓
Good
Effective
✓
Good
Caring
✓
Good
Responsive
✓
Good
Management Quality
Well-led: Good
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