Last updated: 10 February 2026
"Staff feel valued and supported with strong safety practices, but IT problems with electronic care plans and training records hinder oversight."
Safeguarding procedures were followed, and staff were encouraged to report any concerns. We saw risks were being regularly assessed and managed to help keep people safe. There was an open culture within the home.
Staff told us they enjoyed working at the service, felt valued and the management team were always available for support. One staff member told us, 'I'm very happy here. The managers are supportive.'
There were adequate numbers of staff to help keep people safe. Staff told us there were adequate numbers of staff to help keep people safe.
Staff training records were up to date however managers reported ongoing issues with the electronic records kept for training with multiple systems currently in use by the organisation.
Not all the systems and support provided to the registered manager and staff were fit for purpose, including problems with electronic care planning and training records, and delayed supply of Serious Incident Review to the manager.
People had a range of activities and personal items available to them. People were supported to engage in a range of activities and their independence was promoted. Per 2017 inspection: full programme of personalised activities including community trips, music therapy, swimming.
Managers have frustrating IT problems with electronic care plans and training records that slow down oversight.
both managers and staff reported problems in using the electronic care planning system. Managers additionally reported ongoing issues with the electronic records kept for training with multiple systems currently in use
Training records need constant cross-checking because of messy electronic systems.
ongoing issues with the electronic records kept for training with multiple systems currently in use by the organisation. This had caused difficulties in ensuring accurate information was maintained with cross-checking having to take place
Staffing is just adequate with enough people to keep things safe but no word on low turnover or no agency staff.
There were adequate numbers of staff to help keep people safe
AI Generated
Last inspected: February 2022
Management Quality
Well-led: Requires improvement
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