Children's Home run by Cambian Childcare Limited in Leeds

Unique reference number SC428895 Inspection date 17/06/2013 Inspector Simon Morley Type of inspection Interim Provision subtype Children's home

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Date of last inspection 26/11/2012 Website: www.ofsted.gov.uk

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Brief description of the service

This children's home is operated by a private provider. It is registered to provide accommodation and care for up to three young people with emotional and/or behavioural difficulties.

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The inspection judgements and what they mean

Good progress The children’s home has demonstrated continued improvement in quality of care and outcomes for children and young people and where appropriate has addressed all requirements and the large majority of recommendations that were raised at the previous inspection. Satisfactory progress The children’s home has maintained quality of care and outcomes for children and young people and where appropriate has addressed all requirements and the majority of recommendations that were raised at the previous inspection. Inadequate progress The children’s home has failed to address one or more requirements and/or has not met the majority of recommendations and/or the quality of care and outcomes for children and young people have declined since the last full inspection.

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Progress

Since their previous inspection the service is judged to be making good progress .

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Progress

This last full inspection of the home was in November 2013. The overall effectiveness was judged to be good with good judgements in outcomes for young people, quality of care, safeguarding, and leadership and management. One recommendation was made for the manager to provide evidence of better scrutiny of records as a means of improving how strengths and weaknesses are identified.

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Progress

The manager now regularly signs off records as part of effective processes in the home, contributing to continuous improvements in the quality of care. Together with improvements made by the registered provider, for example, in care planning systems, good progress is being made in securing better outcomes for young people.

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Progress

Significant work has been completed to improve the décor and homeliness of the environment. Further work is planned to make better use of space such as the garage and attic. Young people have been included in this work and commented: 'It has been a long time coming but the home is much better now.’

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Progress

Young people have a large say in what happens in the home. They are also included in developing their care plans by writing their own. They benefit from regular, frequent one-to-one time with staff. This helps young people to talk about any issues, and have a say in their care and their future. Staff continue to support young people to access additional services, for example, health, substance misuse and careers advice agencies. This helps young people to improve specific aspects of their welfare. Stakeholders commented: 'Young people do well in this home; I give it the thumbs up.’

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Progress

Young people's progress differs with regard to their backgrounds and needs on admission to the home. However, the stability, support and quality of care which staff provide to all young people promote their good health and education and keep them safe. Particular improvements have been made with regard to young people reducing previous levels of risky behaviour.

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Progress

Care planning and practice are strong, with a clear focus on young people's outcomes and the progress they make. Young people leaving school are developing their independence well by learning to budget, shop and cook. Staff support helps young people complete a curriculum vitae and secure interviews for entry to local colleges. Young people are proud of their progress and achievements. This includes developing their interests, such as the performing arts, which include live shows where they recite personal poetry. Such opportunities and experiences help young people develop their confidence, self-esteem and emotional resilience.

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Progress

The manager supports staff to develop individually and as a team. Recent improvements have been made to how well staff work together and communicate with each other. Staff commented: 'I like working here and we have a strong team.’ Good teamwork contributes to the support and positive outcomes young people experience.

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Progress

The effectiveness of the leadership and management underpins improvements being made to the home, care of young people and the good progress they make.

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About this inspection

The purpose of this inspection is to assure children and young people, parents, the public, local authorities and government of the quality and standard of the service provided. The inspection was carried out under the Care Standards Act 2000 to assess the effectiveness of the service and to consider how well it complies with the relevant regulations and meets the national minimum standards.

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About this inspection

The report details the progress made by the provider since the last full inspection, identifies any further strengths, any areas for improvement and makes judgements as outlined in the Inspection of children’s homes – framework for inspection.

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