Children's Home run by Cambian Childcare Limited in Birmingham

Unique reference number SC412175 Inspection date 25/03/2014 Inspector Jo Stephenson Type of inspection Interim Provision subtype Children's home

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Date of last inspection 28/11/2013 Website: www.ofsted.gov.uk

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Brief description of the service

This home is owned and managed by a private organisation. The service operates in partnership with a Local Authority to provide remand services for 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

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

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Progress

The home was last inspected in November 2013. The judgement at that time was good. Progress since the last inspection is good. The service has appropriately addressed the one requirement that was made at the previous inspection. This means that positive outcomes and the quality of care for young people have improved.

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Progress

Since the last inspection, the Registered Manager has reviewed and revised the ‘house rules’ in operation at the home. House rules were previously determined by court imposed conditions that reflected the legal status of young people placed in the home. The Registered Manager now works in close partnership with local courts and court representatives. Reasonable restrictions on young people’s liberty as requested by courts, no longer contravene the requirements of the Children’s Homes Regulations. For example, young people participate in group activities within the local community. Furthermore, young people have regular unsupervised telephone contact with their extended families. As a result, young people are not isolated from their families when placed in the home. The review of the ‘house rules’ means that the dignity of young people is better promoted. Young people continue to develop their social and emotional skills because risk assessments are personalised and no longer

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Progress

generic. Subsequently, positive outcomes for young people are better promoted and this supports their well-being and welfare.

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Progress

Staff continue to work in partnership with the placing authority. This ensures that all necessary documentation is available in young people’s case files; and is kept up to date. The Registered Manager regularly meets with social workers and placement managers to effectively challenge delays in obtaining statutory records and reports. As a result, young people benefit from comprehensive and integrated care plans that reflect their individual needs. This supports young people’s development and means their welfare and safety is promoted. In addition, young people are consulted on their care and the development of the home. Young people participate in regular ‘house meetings’ and one-to-one sessions. This means that young people are encouraged to reflect on their behaviour and recognise the progress they are making. As a result, young people experience improved self-confidence and self- esteem. This further promotes their well-being.

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Progress

Internal policies and procedures have been reviewed and revised since the last inspection. For example, the organisation’s safeguarding procedure has been amended to ensure that this reflects the safeguarding protocol of the local authority. The amended policy is under consultation with the local safeguarding board and other stakeholders. Nevertheless, the Registered Manager has ensured that all staff have read and understood the changes made to this policy. As a result, staff have an excellent understanding of safeguarding issues. This means that young people are kept safe and protected from harm. Furthermore, staff are well supported in their role and receive regular and effective supervision. This means that staff practice and performance is regularly monitored and reviewed. Subsequently, young people work with staff who are able to understand their individual needs and support their development.

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Progress

Young people have positive relationships with staff and each other, and there is a calm atmosphere in the home. The home is maintained to a high standard. This provides a relaxed and comfortable environment for young people. As a result, young people take pride in their surroundings.

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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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