Children's home run by Dame Hannah Roger‟s School

children and young people since the most recent full inspection

This home was judged Good at the full inspection. At this interim inspection Ofsted judge that it has Improved effectiveness .

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

Following the previous full inspection in November 2015, the acting manager is now registered with Ofsted. The impact of the registered manager’s work has significantly improved the quality of care and experiences for young people. In a short period of time the registered manager has successfully dealt with the one requirement and the three recommendations set at the previous inspection. The new monitoring systems and procedures that she implemented are now embedded and support improvements.

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

The registered manager has ensured that the arrangements for dealing with medication are now safe and effective. The implementation of a ‘non-touch’ medication policy and the recording of stock balances, has significantly contributed to the reduction of medication errors. A member of staff said, ‘the new system took a while to get used to but, it is much safer’. As a result, young people receive the correct medication and their health needs are well met. The registered manager has implemented the procedures for the safe recruitment and selection of new staff. Those employees who are responsible for selecting new staff have undertaken safer recruitment training. They rigorously scrutinise the employment history, skills and experiences of staff before formally offering a position to work at the home. The managers meticulously assess recruitment information during the interview process to determine the suitability of new staff

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

and to protect young people from unsuitable adults. In addition, equality and diversity is carefully considered.

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

The registered manager, nurses and care staff deliver highly supportive, nurturing care to young people. The atmosphere in the home is relaxed and the living accommodation is well maintained. Careful consideration has been given to refurbishing the young people’s main bathrooms. New sensory lighting, colourful picture displays and a wide range of toys means young people’s bath times are fun and relaxing. A new activity coordinator has been appointed. As a result, young people benefit from enjoying a wide range of activities; these experiences develop their talents and broaden their interests. High staffing levels provide the young people with individualised care and good opportunities to join in with groups activities. The inspector observed young people enthusiastically enjoying a musical story performed by care staff. The staff team has an excellent understanding of each young person’s unique and complex needs, and their vulnerabilities. Young people remain at the very centre of

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

staff member’s practice. Feedback received from a visiting social worker is positive. She said, she is very satisfied with the quality of care provided and how well the young person’s needs are met. The registered manager’s effective leadership has been instrumental in developing the care staff’s performance. She effectively monitors practice and used her findings to provoke discussions with the team about improving care giving. One-to- one formal supervision sessions enable new and existing staff to reflect on their work with young people. This work has empowered and enabled staff members to develop their skills and has enhanced their understanding of the young people’s changing needs. As a result, the staff team has delivered improved outcomes for young people.

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

Staff are provided with up-to-date information on how to meet the current and changing needs of young people. Streamlined care and health plans are good quality. Records are clear, concise and objective. Night care staff have been given additional responsibilities to keep care plans up-to-date and to archive out of date records.

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

The registered manager now has a more accurate understanding of the progress and achievements of young people. The appointment of an administration assistant has resulted in the development of an electronic system that clearly defines young people’s aims and achievements. This system helps the staff to review the young people’s targets and focus key-worker sessions on their specific needs.

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children and young people since the most recent full inspection

The registered manager has high aspirations to improve the service further. However, the written development plan does not reflect her creativity and ambition for continued improvement. For example; targets relate to policy reviews, staff refresher training and regulatory requirements and omit outcomes for young people.

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Information about this children's home

Dame Hannah Rogers is operated by a charitable trust, providing care and education for young people with physical and learning disabilities.

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Recent inspection history

Inspection date Inspection type Inspection judgement

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Recent inspection history

24/02/2015 CH - Interim Declined in 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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