Working at Yew Tree Cottage
15-17 Padlock Road, Cambridge, CB21 5LS
Operated by Yew House Limited
10 bedsResidential homesHomecare agencies
Workplace Score
7.4/10
AI analysis of latest data
Our AI workplace review
PlainSight AI Review
Last updated: 10 February 2026
Score: 7.4/10
Key Finding
"Friendly family-like culture, creative activities using technology, and strong staff safety awareness."
Safety & Risk
8/10
✓
Per 2020 comprehensive inspection: Staff knew how to recognise abuse and reduce the risk of people suffering abuse. They were confident the management team would address any concerns and make the required referrals.
Staff Culture
8/10
✓
Per 2020 comprehensive inspection: The atmosphere in the service was friendly and inclusive. One member of staff described the time when people returned from day placements and work as like 'the hustle and bustle of a family'.
Staffing Levels
7/10
✓
Per 2020 comprehensive inspection: Staff confirmed that they had time to support people with personal care and activities at a pace that suited the person. If people wanted to go out at a particular time the staff rota was changed to ensure there was enough staff available.
Training & Dev
7/10
✓
Per 2020 comprehensive inspection: Staff had received training when they first started working at the service and this was updated each year. Staff told us, 'I always get asked in supervisions if I would like more training. They are really good at giving me the backing and support I need.'
Management
7/10
✓
Per 2020 comprehensive inspection: The management team were approachable to both people using the services and the staff team. People and staff were complimentary about the support they received from the management team.
Programmes
8/10
✓
Per 2020 comprehensive inspection: People were supported to use technology in a way that was creative and reduced their reliance upon formal support, for example using their tablet to research social activities in the community and independently arrange to take part in these.
AI Generated
CQC Inspection Overview
CQC Inspection
Last inspected: April 2020
Good
Safe
✓
Good
Effective
✓
Good
Caring
✓
Good
Responsive
★
Outstanding
Management Quality
Well-led: Good
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