Children's home run by Jasmine Gardens Private Limited

Assurance inspection report for children's home: 2711543 1 Registered provider: Jasmine Gardens Private Ltd

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Inspected under the social care common inspection framework

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Information about this children’s home

This privately owned home provides care for up to four children with social and emotional difficulties.

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Information about this children’s home

At the time of the inspection, two children were living at the home.

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Inspection date: 14 November 2024

Judgement at last inspection: requires improvement to be good

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Inspection date: 14 November 2024

Enforcement action since last inspection: none

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Information about this inspection

At this inspection, the inspector evaluated:

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Information about this inspection

 the care of children  the safety of children  the effectiveness of leaders and managers. The inspector has looked closely at the experiences and progress of children, using the social care common inspection framework. This assurance 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’. Assurance inspection report for children's home: 2711543 2

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Findings from the inspection

We did not identify any serious or widespread concerns in relation to the care or protection of children at this assurance inspection.

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Findings from the inspection

Since the last full inspection, in July 2024, three children have lived at the home. The inspector spoke to both children living at the home at the time of the inspection.

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Findings from the inspection

The home went through a period of instability before an interim manager was appointed. Staffing has improved and there is a mix of new and established staff. This has provided some consistency of care for children.

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Findings from the inspection

Children have opportunities to make their views, wishes and feelings known. One child has requested an increase in time with their family. Other children have made changes to their bedrooms in line with their preferences.

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Findings from the inspection

Staff talk positively and confidently about the children. They take a proactive approach and explore any issues in an open and honest manner. This allows children to feel safe and to approach staff when they have any worries.

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Findings from the inspection

Children live in a warm and homely environment. They personalise their bedrooms. They are active around their home and engage with staff positively. They enjoy activities at home and in the community. Children are supported to see the important people in their lives.

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Findings from the inspection

Children have access to an extensive outside area where they can play and relax. This area has outdoor equipment, including a trampoline.

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Findings from the inspection

Children enjoy good relationships with staff. There are positive interactions between staff and children.

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Findings from the inspection

Staff have an understanding of safeguarding processes. They have received safeguarding training. They are aware of how to report and escalate concerns.

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Findings from the inspection

Children have individualised risk assessments. These assessments are completed in detail and capture the specific needs and vulnerabilities of each child. They detail what staff must do to minimise these risks. There have been no instances of children going missing from the home since the last inspection.

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Findings from the inspection

There have been a low number of incidents in which children needed to be held. When holds have been used, staff make a clear and well-written record. The interim manager oversees records of incidents. This oversight means that the provider can be confident that staff continue to try de-escalation techniques before any child is held. Assurance inspection report for children's home: 2711543 3 Children understand how to make complaints. When they do, a senior member of staff or a manager oversees the investigation. Children are written to with an outcome.

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Findings from the inspection

The recruitment of new staff is not yet consistently managed well. However, safer recruitment practices and protocols are followed. This means that new staff are only employed subject to clear vetting processes. This reduces the risk of unsuitable adults working with children.

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Findings from the inspection

There are interim arrangements in place to provide oversight of the home until a more permanent manager is employed. The interim manager is well supported by a senior member of care staff.

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Findings from the inspection

Several requirements and recommendations were set at the last inspection. The provider has started to take action to address the shortfalls. The interim manager has quickly identified the strengths in the home and the areas that need further improvement and development. There are the beginnings of plans in place to drive these improvements forward.

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Findings from the inspection

Staff do not yet have all the required training to meet the specific mental healthcare needs of children. However, they have attended several other training courses, including safeguarding.

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Findings from the inspection

Staff have not yet received elements of essential training to meet the needs of one child. Mental health training has not been prioritised by the provider. While staff appropriately follow risk assessments to keep children safe, they need training to fully understand all the complexities of the child’s risks.

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Findings from the inspection

Staff supervision is regular. Team meetings are used to share updates and pertinent information.

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Findings from the inspection

The interim manager is creating a supportive environment for staff and working hard to embed an ethos in the home of positive and consistent care.

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Inspection date Inspection type Inspection judgement

31/07/2024 Full Requires improvement to be good 17/10/2023 Full Requires improvement to be good Assurance inspection report for children's home: 2711543 4

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Recommendations

 The registered person should ensure that staff are ambitious for every child in the home and that they gain skills and experience that enable them to actively support each child to achieve their potential. (‘Guide to the Children’s Homes Regulations, including the quality standards’, page 52, paragraph 10.5)  The registered person should ensure that, as set out in regulations 31-33, they maintain good employment practice. (‘Guide to the Children’s Homes Regulations, including the quality standards’, page 61, paragraph 13.1) Assurance inspection report for children's home: 2711543 5

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Children’s home details

Registered provider: Jasmine Gardens Private Ltd

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Children’s home details

Registered provider address: 81 Jasmine Gardens, Hatfield AL10 0BN

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Inspector

Simon Hunter, Social Care Inspector Assurance inspection report for children's home: 2711543 6 to 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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