Children's home run by Cambian Childcare Limited in Hammersmith and Fulham

children and young people since the most recent full inspection

This home was judged requires improvement at the full inspection. At this interim inspection, Ofsted judges that it has improved effectiveness . There have been a number of notable improvements since the time of the last inspection. These have been made as a result of requirements and recommendations made at the time of the last inspection. The home now benefits from the registration of the new manager of the home. The manager has a clear vision for the service and how to gain improved engagement from young people. As a result, they gain from improved outcomes.

p.2

children and young people since the most recent full inspection

The system of taking appropriate referrals and evidence of matching to the existing group of young people are much better. Meetings held with the local authority now fully take account of the registered manager’s views when making placements to the home. The manager reports that changes have taken place nd, as a result, young people are now making good progress, and that some of the behaviours evident at the last inspection are no longer evident. This is good, because it has managed to stabilise some of the young people who were resident at that time. This also ensures that the home admits young people only if it can meet their needs, as outlined on the statement of purpose. This is now done by undertaking impact assessments to determine the suitability of any new placements.

p.2

children and young people since the most recent full inspection

The manager has worked alongside the staff in order that they are clear about how to identify and act upon concerns that young people may be at risk of harm. Contact details of the local authority designated officer are clearly displayed upon the office wall, as are the procedures to follow in the event that there were concerns. The manager has clarified the understanding of the staff, both in supervision and staff meetings.

p.2

children and young people since the most recent full inspection

Complaints are now suitably addressed, and some minor improvements have been made regarding the neighbours. All staff have received training in dealing with complaints and are clear about how to respond should any be made.

p.2

children and young people since the most recent full inspection

The statement of purpose has been reviewed so that the practice of taking a referral through to making any placement to the home is consistent with the home’s policies. All notifications of significant events are notified to the appropriate authorities, including any outcomes. This is positive; because once this happens the placing authority can ensure that further action is taken on any notifications, if any is required.

p.2

children and young people since the most recent full inspection

The overall appearance of the home has steadily improved. The young people have been very much involved in this. This is an improvement, because it gives them a sense of ownership of their home. One matter outstanding is the replacement of the soft furnishings to the lounge. This is unfortunate, as the room remains less homely than it could be.

p.3

children and young people since the most recent full inspection

Systems are in place to ensure that all staff, including any bank staff and the manager, receive regular supervision. The manager now ensures that any bank staff have supervision at least every month. Any new staff are appropriately qualified or are enrolled on the level 3 diploma for caring for children and young people. This is important to ensure that staff have a good understanding of young people and their individual needs. All employment checks are screened by the manager, and she intends to audit all the files as part of the home’s development.

p.3

children and young people since the most recent full inspection

Independent visits to the home are undertaken routinely. The manager now has the opportunity to respond to any matters raised, with a clear action plan to address those matters.

p.3

children and young people since the most recent full inspection

The young people in the home are now making good progress. Offending behaviour, self-harm and periods of missing from care have been significantly reduced, educational placements are promptly sought and young people are engaging well with individual arrangements. Relationships between young people and staff have also improved, and young people speak enthusiastically about the new manager, who is clearly having a positive impact.

p.3

Information about this children's home

The home is one of a number of homes provided by a private provider in collaboration with a local authority. The home provides care and accommodation for up to six young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD).

p.4

Recent inspection history

Inspection date Inspection type Inspection judgement

p.4

Recent inspection history

30/07/2015 CH – Full Requires improvement

p.4

Recent inspection history

12/02/2015 CH – Interim Improved effectiveness

p.4

Recent inspection history

13/01/2014 CH – Interim Satisfactory progress

p.4

Recommendations

To improve the quality and standards of care further, the service should take account of the following recommendation(s):  Continue to ensure that broken furniture is removed and replaced (‘Guide to the children’s homes regulations including the quality standards’, page 15, paragraph 3.9).

p.5

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’.

p.6

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.

p.6

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 ‘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 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk .

p.6

Information about this inspection

achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, work- based learning and skills training, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It inspects services for looked after children and child protection. If you would like a copy of this document in a different format, such as large print or Braille, please telephone 0300 123 4234, or email enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk . You may reuse this information (not including logos) free of charge in any format or medium, under the terms of the Open Government Licence. To view this licence, visit www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence , write to the Information Policy Team,

p.7

Information about this inspection

The National Archives, Kew, London TW9 4DU, or email: psi@nationalarchives.gsi.gov.uk .

p.7

Information about this inspection

Interested in our work? You can subscribe to our monthly newsletter for more information and updates: http://eepurl.com/iTrDn .

p.7

Information about this inspection

Store Street Manchester M1 2WD T: 0300 123 1231 Textphone: 0161 618 8524 E: enquiries@ofsted.gov.uk W: www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ofsted

p.7