Children's Home run by Bryn Melyn Care Limited in Shropshire

Unique reference number SC372661 Inspection date 18/03/2014 Inspector Julian Mason Type of inspection Interim Provision subtype Children's home

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Date of last inspection 18/04/2013 Website: www.ofsted.gov.uk

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Brief description of the service

This home is operated by a private care organisation, which also provides therapy and education to the young people. The home is registered to provide care and accommodation for one child or young person who has 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

The home was judged as good overall at the last full inspection in April 2013 and the four recommendations made as a result of this visit have been actioned. The Registered Manager now fully considers the wishes, feelings and views of young people and stakeholders in developing the home and in determining the quality of care provided. The home’s emergency escape plan is being practised by using different scenarios to ensure everyone learns how to respond to different situations. Updated information about external professionals who work with young people is now reflected in the Statement of Purpose, which includes details about qualifications, experience and links to professional bodies. Young people’s health including the meals and snacks they eat are now closely monitored as part of the home’s overall approach to promoting good health and well-being.

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Progress

Young people’s safety and welfare continues to be a priority for the Registered Manager and staff team. The home’s routines and practices are organised to provide an environment where improving outcomes can be achieved. Although young people continue to face difficulties because of their previous backgrounds and experiences, they are able to make progress in important aspects of their lives. For example, young people who have a long history of poor engagement at school are able to improve their attendance and attainment. Young people’s safety is also improved as they do not leave the home without permission or go missing from care. Night-time routines have also got better which has resulted in more settled and stable behaviour at these times. The home's records continue to reflect important information that is continually used to assess risks and safeguarding arrangements. Staff use feedback and information from young people, families and social workers to shape the care

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Progress

and support needed to keep everyone safe. Because of this, young people’s safety and well-being remains a key focus and priority for the team.

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Progress

Young people are encouraged to behave well and to improve their behaviour. Staff provide practical day-to-day support to young people who need help with their relationships and social interactions. The Registered Manager provides clear guidance to staff that helps to promote consistent boundaries and this approach is further supported by detailed behaviour management plans, which are kept under review. When young people's behaviour has challenged acceptable boundaries, the home's records reflect a proportionate response to these events. This includes the use of physical restraint, which is closely monitored by the Registered Manager along with other information in determining the progress young people make in comparison to when they first arrived at the home.

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Progress

Young people are provided with living accommodation that is comfortable, clean and tidy. The home has undergone some refurbishment and upgrades that includes the fitting of a new oil tank for the heating system, a new kitchen, new lounge and bedroom furniture as well as most of the interior being redecorated. Young people’s comfort and their domestic facilities have been improved because of this work. Staff continue to ensure that there are good routines in place that enable young people to access local shops and services to reduce the impact of the home being in an isolated location.

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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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