Children's home run by The Qalb Short Break Services Ltd in Tower Hamlets

children and young people since the most recent full inspection

The home received a judgement of Outstanding at the full inspection. At this interim inspection Ofsted judge that it has Sustained effectiveness .

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

Two recommendations resulted from the full inspection; the home has successfully addressed these. There are no requirements or recommendations resulting from this inspection.

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

A policy outlining CCTV use is now in place. This gives clear guidance for parents and professionals and signed consent evidenced. Parents report feeling increasingly assured by the extra monitoring.

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

Independent monitoring of the home occurs monthly. It offers regular consultation with parents. The Registered Manager has recently updated the home’s policies in accordance with the new quality standards. These continue to support the successful development of the home.

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

A warm, caring environment supports families using both the day and short break service. Recent registration for post 18-service provision supports effective longer term planning for young people.

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

Recent redecoration meets the specific needs of the young people using the service. The home celebrated world autism day with a party. This allowed parents to network amongst themselves and professionals specialising in areas such as the use of Makaton. It encouraged education for parents and improved their care of young people.

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

Staff morale remains strong. The Registered Manager continues to lead a stable team of committed child centred professionals. She is due to complete her level five qualification in May. Staff receive a broad base of training and value regular supervision. The Registered Manager consistently reviews training provision. During this inspection, she accessed training on the radicalisation of young people following a suggestion by the inspector.

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

Young people benefit from staff consistency and a broad understanding of their behaviours. There is no restraint used in the home, staff use excellent, well- established de-escalation skills to address challenging behaviour and keep young people safe.

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

Young people make progress in all areas. Thorough risk assessment and one to one staffing provision supports a diverse range of activities. Schools and parents support the regular review of goals and targets. One young person recently succeeded in dressing himself for the first time.

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

Feedback from parents and professionals remains positive. One social worker comments, ‘They are thorough in their assessment and care planning for children and always ensure that parents and carers are happy with their service.’ ugh in their assessment and care planning for children and always The home supports young people exclusively from the host local authority. This ensures clarity over referral criteria. In the event that overnight provision is not appropriate, young people are sign posted towards day provision. Young people benefit from small carefully assessed overnight groups.

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

Strong multi-agency working supports effective safeguarding. Communication is regular and effective. When concerns arise, staff liaise well with allocated social workers to conduct home visits and propose safety plans. ensure

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Information about this children's home

A limited company owns and operates this home. The host local authority fully funds the home, for the exclusive use of families and children who live in this inner city borough. The home is registered to provide short breaks for up to five children and young people with emotional or behavioural difficulties, learning disabilities, physical disabilities and sensory and communication impairment. It specialises in providing services to children and young people who have an autistic spectrum disorder or attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder.

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Recent inspection history

Inspection date Inspection type Inspection judgement

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Recent inspection history

27/02/2015 Interim Improved effectiveness

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What the inspection judgements mean

At the interim inspection we make a judgement on whether the home has improved in effectiveness, sustained effectiveness, or declined in effectiveness since the previous full inspection. This is in line with the Inspection of children's homes: framework for inspection.

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Information about this inspection

Inspectors have looked closely at the experiences and progress of children and young people living in the children's home. Inspectors considered the quality of work and the difference adults make to the lives of children and young people. They read case files, watched how professional staff work with children, young people and each other and discussed the effectiveness of help and care given to children and young people. Wherever possible, they talked to children, young people and their families. In addition the inspectors have tried to understand what the children's home knows about how well it is performing, how well it is doing and what difference it is making for the children and young people who it is trying to help, protect and look after. This inspection focused on the effectiveness of the home and the progress and experiences of children and young people since the most recent full inspection.

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Information about this inspection

This 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 Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and the Guide to the children's homes regulations including the quality standards. the guidance raising concerns and making complaints about Ofsted, which is available from Ofsted's website: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted . If you would like Ofsted to send you a copy of the guidance, please telephone 0300123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk .

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