Working at The Meadows Short Break Centre
19-21 Grove Meadow, Welwyn Garden City, AL7 2BE
Operated by The Jubilee House Care Trust Limited
4 bedsResidential homes
Workplace Score
7.0/10
AI analysis of latest data
Our AI workplace review
PlainSight AI Review
Last updated: 10 February 2026
Score: 7.0/10
Key Finding
"Hands-on managers and a supportive team create a positive atmosphere, although basic activities and standard training limit variety and development."
Safety & Risk
7/10
✓
Relatives confident people safe; risks identified, planned and managed; medicines managed safely with two staff checks.
Staff Culture
8/10
✓
Staff said 'it is a very supportive place to work' and 'a good team we are definitely supported and help each other'; relatives spoke warmly of atmosphere.
Staffing Levels
7/10
✓
Staff told us there were always enough staff to meet people's needs; relative said 'There are always staff around and they have time for [relative]'.
Training & Dev
6/10
✓
Staff said training was good and appropriate to the people they supported; 'We also get regular supervision'.
Management
8/10
✓
Staff said 'The managers are very hands on' and 'it's a really good place to work'; registered manager promoted positive open culture.
Programmes
4/10
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People supported to participate in activities in and outside home reflecting interests; monthly meetings discussed activities enjoyed and outings when transport available.
Points to consider
Only basic activities like outings and relaxation choices, no coordinator or specialist programmes to make the job more varied and fulfilling.
People were supported to participate in activities in and outside of the home which reflected their interests and preferences. One relative said 'There is a lot of choice for people to relax but also to have time alone if they wish'.
Only standard training and regular supervision, no specialist courses or funded qualifications for career development.
Staff said training was good and appropriate to the people they supported. One staff member said 'We also get regular supervision and can talk to the managers at any time'.
AI Generated
CQC Inspection Overview
CQC Inspection
Last inspected: December 2017
Good
Safe
✓
Good
Effective
✓
Good
Caring
✓
Good
Responsive
✓
Good
Management Quality
Well-led: Good
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