Working at The Gables

Staff consistently spoke of the enjoyment they took from working at The Gables. Comments included, 'I love working here. They're lovely to work with and they appreciate you.'

Support workers received mandatory training as well as specific training in subjects such as Dementia, epilepsy, equality and diversity, autism, positive behavioural support, suicide and self-harm. Support workers were able to enrol on NVQ level 3 courses.

The service was well-led by a registered manager who was noted as an effective communicator who genuinely cared for the staff team.

The staff team took steps which exceeded expectations to help people pursue their individual hobbies and interests. One person who had a particular enjoyment for heavy goods vehicles was able to sit in the cabin of a specific lorry.