Last updated: 10 February 2026
"Strong leadership and positive staff culture with robust safety, but agency staff cover nights and vacant posts need filling."
Risks to people were assessed regularly and managed... People were safeguarded from abuse. Lessons were learnt from incidents and learning was shared
There was a positive staff culture... One staff member said, 'I feel fully supported within my role at Washington lodge... always met with positivity from my peers'
Agency staff were used, particularly at night and the registered manager and provider were working to recruit to vacant posts
Staff were safely recruited and received an induction followed by training from the provider. Training was monitored and staff were supported with regular meetings and supervisions.
One relative commented, 'Since the registered manager has been in post everything has changed for the better, she is fantastic, she has guided changes within the home brilliantly.'
Per 2018 comprehensive inspection: The home had a full programme of activities in place... arts and crafts, painting... entertainers, choirs, coffee morning at church
Agency staff cover night shifts and there are vacant posts they are working to fill.
Agency staff were used, particularly at night and the registered manager and provider were working to recruit to vacant posts
Only standard induction, training and supervisions with no specialist courses or funded qualifications.
Staff were safely recruited and received an induction followed by training from the provider. Training was monitored and staff were supported with regular meetings and supervisions.
Activities programme has variety like arts, crafts and outings but no specialist or innovative approaches.
Per 2018 comprehensive inspection: A variety of activities were available... arts and crafts, painting... singers, entertainers... coffee morning every week at the local church
AI Generated
Last inspected: April 2023
Management Quality
Well-led: Good
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