Children's home run by Continuum Support - Care Services Limited

Inspection report for children's home: 2750122 1 Registered provider: Continuum Support - Care Services Limited

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Full inspection Inspected under the social care common inspection framework

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Information about this children’s home

This home is owned by a private provider and offers care for one child who may experience social and emotional difficulties.

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Information about this children’s home

One child was living in the home at the time of the inspection.

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Overall experiences and progress of

children and young people, taking into account

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good

How well children and young people are helped and protected good

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good

The effectiveness of leaders and managers good

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good

The children’s home provides effective services that meet the requirements for good.

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good

Date of last inspection: This is the first full inspection since registration.

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good

Overall judgement at last inspection: not applicable

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Enforcement action since last inspection: none

Inspection report for children's home: 2750122 2

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: good

At the time of inspection, one child had recently moved into the home. The child was known to staff, as they had lived in one of the providers other homes. Education, activity and health plans were being put in place at the time of the inspection.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: good

The child moved into the home under well-planned arrangements, ensuring a smooth and supportive transition. The staff prepared for the child's arrival, coordinating with relevant agencies to address all aspects of the child's needs. This thorough planning ensured a welcoming environment where the child could feel safe and secure from the outset.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: good

The child’s views are important to staff. The child is consulted on changes to the home and has helped choose how their bedroom is decorated. Staff encourage the child to plan activities for their evenings and weekends. This enables the child to pursue their own interests and try new things.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: good

Staff have a proactive approach and commitment to providing personalised care for the child. They understand how to support the child to settle into their new home. The child is given a staff rota so they know who will be caring for them. Knowing who will collect them from school and when they go to bed, helps the child to feel secure. This means the child is building trusting consistent relationships with staff.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: good

The consistent support, clear boundaries, and the application of the providers therapeutic approach have contributed to some improvements in the child’s behaviour and emotional well-being. The child is starting to engage more positively with staff with an increased ability to express their feelings constructively. This progress indicates that the strategies put in place by the staff are effective and that the child is benefiting from the care and support provided.

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How well children and young people are helped and protected: good

The manager and staff have clear safeguarding knowledge. When significant incidents occur, detailed incident reports provide a clear account of events, actions taken, and outcomes. This thorough approach ensures that incidents are properly addressed and staff can prevent further incidents.

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How well children and young people are helped and protected: good

The trained staff team are aware of the procedures to follow if the child goes missing from the home. They are vigilant in monitoring the child's whereabouts to prevent such incidents. In the event the child does go missing, staff would promptly initiate the response plan. This ensures a swift and effective response, prioritising the child's safety and well-being. Inspection report for children's home: 2750122 3 Risk assessments are comprehensive and address potential and actual risks faced by the child. Staff understand specific risks relating to the child. This knowledge allows them to put in place strategies to manage risks, ensuring the safety and well-being of the child.

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How well children and young people are helped and protected: good

Safe recruitment processes are used to ensure that suitable staff are employed in the home. The manager oversees the careful recruitment of staff. This includes necessary background checks and taking up references. This reduces the risk of children being cared for by people who are not able to keep them safe.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: good

The manager is suitably experienced and qualified for the role. She has high aspirations to provide the child with high-quality care. The manager leads a committed, cohesive and enthusiastic staff team. The manager has a nurturing approach to supporting the staff. This contributes to a family orientated atmosphere in the home.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: good

Leaders and managers have clear understanding of their responsibilities. The manager has focused on staff training and ensuring the home is safe and a welcoming environment. This means that the staff were fully prepared for the arrival of the child and have decorated the home to a high standard.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: good

The manager ensures that staff are supported to complete any required training. Training tailored to the needs of the child, ensure that staff have the skills to provide effective care. The manager has plans for staff to build on their development and progression. Staff who are new to the home, have good inductions which are overseen by the manager. New staff have a clear programme of training.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: good

Staff say they feel well supported by leaders and managers. Team meetings show that staff reflect on their practice and the needs of children. Staff benefit from regular supervision, covering a broad agenda including safeguarding scenarios. Supervision sessions are reflective, offer staff support and guidance and consider the needs and progress of children.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: good

Feedback from other professionals is positive. One social worker said that although it was early days for their child, staff had supported the child to make progress and had ensured boundaries to keep them safe.

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Information about this inspection

Inspectors have looked closely at the experiences and progress of children and young people, using the 'Social care common inspection framework'. This inspection was carried out under the Care Standards Act 2000 to assess the effectiveness of the service, how it meets the core functions of the service as set out in legislation, 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'. Inspection report for children's home: 2750122 4

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Children's home details

Registered provider: Continuum Support - Care Services Limited

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Children's home details

Registered provider address: Sinclair, 300 St. Marys Road, Garston, Liverpool, L19 0NQ

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Inspector(s)

Sally Mitchell, Social Care Inspector Inspection report for children's home: 2750122 5 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, further education and skills, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children's services, and inspects services for children looked after, safeguarding and child protection.

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Inspector(s)

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Inspector(s)

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