Working at The Old School House
2 Norwood Road, Sheffield, S5 7BD
Operated by Valeo Limited
4 bedsResidential homes
Workplace Score
6.4/10
AI analysis of latest data
Our AI workplace review
PlainSight AI Review
Last updated: 9 February 2026
Score: 6.4/10
Key Finding
"Supportive management, positive team culture and strong safety practices, although limited activities and minimum staffing hold it back."
Safety & Risk
7/10
✓
Staff trained in safeguarding, robust recruitment with DBS checks, safe medicines with audits and pharmacist review, risk assessments in plans
Staff Culture
7/10
✓
Staff told us there was always a good atmosphere, they enjoyed their jobs, felt part of a good team and listened to
Staffing Levels
6/10
✓
Minimum of three staff during each day and one at night; staff told us they felt enough staff were provided to meet people's needs
Training & Dev
6/10
✓
Staff training matrix showed relevant training including induction and refreshers; staff said 'The training is really good'
Management
7/10
✓
Staff confirmed the registered manager was available via mobile and approachable; 'The manager is great. We are a good team and we all work together'
Programmes
4/10
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Activities included swimming, meals out, day centres, pubs, parks, shopping trips and coastal outings using a mini bus
Points to consider
No activities coordinator or specialist programmes, so the role involves mostly routine care with basic outings like shopping and park visits.
Records showed people participated in activities such as swimming, meals out, day centres, visiting pubs and parks.
Staffing meets minimum levels but nothing extra, with no details on low staff turnover or spare hands for personalised care.
during each day a minimum of three staff were provided. One staff was provided during each night.
Only standard training and induction, no specialist courses or funded qualifications mentioned.
Staff were provided with relevant training to ensure they had the skills needed to support people.
AI Generated
CQC Inspection Overview
CQC Inspection
Last inspected: July 2018
Good
Safe
✓
Good
Effective
✓
Good
Caring
✓
Good
Responsive
✓
Good
Management Quality
Well-led: Good
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