Last updated: 9 February 2026
"Excellent management, strong training and a positive culture where staff feel valued, but occasional staffing shortages covered by agency and activities lack specialist therapies."
The provider had introduced an electronic system for the management and administration of people's medicines. Since its implementation, medicine errors by staff had been reduced significantly. Managers were able to proactively monitor medication records.
Staff told us they felt valued and appreciated by the provider... described the culture within the home, as one in which they were able to speak openly with the registered manager and management team. Staff told us they were confident that they would be listened to if they raised any concerns.
Staff told us staffing levels were generally adequate to support people effectively. Occasionally, there were shortages through sickness and other absence, which were addressed through voluntary staff overtime, or the use of regular relief and agency staff.
Staff undertook a rolling programme of training, which reflected their duties and responsibilities and people's individual care and support needs. It included non-abusive psychology and physical intervention (NAPPI) to support people with challenging behaviour... Winslow Court is Non Abusive Psychology and Physical Intervention (NAPPI) Centre of Excellence.
Staff described the registered manager as 'excellent' in and out of work. Management were described as 'visible on the floor,' and were seen on a daily basis providing support and guidance.
People continued to be involved in meaningful and stimulating activities of their choice... These included 'Yam Jams' (music and movement); Snoezelen... pottery; swimming/hydropool; farm and wood working; bowling; leisure barn; and car outings... art coordinator and facilities.
Staffing is adequate but sometimes covered by agency workers or overtime when people are off sick.
Occasionally, there were shortages through sickness and other absence, which were addressed through voluntary staff overtime, or the use of regular relief and agency staff.
Activities programme has variety like outings and art but no specialist therapeutic approaches that staff are trained in.
People continued to be involved in meaningful and stimulating activities... 'Yam Jams'... Snoezelen... pottery; swimming/hydropool; farm and wood working; bowling... art coordinator and facilities.
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Last inspected: August 2018
Management Quality
Well-led: Good
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