Children's home run by Five Rivers Child Care Limited in Wiltshire

Inspection report for children’s home - monitoring visit: SC001452 1 SC001452 Registered provider: Five Rivers Child Care Limited

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Inspected under the social care common inspection framework

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Information about this children’s home

This home is run by a private provider. It provides care for up to six children who may experience social and emotional difficulties.

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Information about this children’s home

At the time of the inspection, one child was living in the home.

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Information about this children’s home

The manager has been in post since November 2024 and her application to register with Ofsted is in progress.

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This monitoring visit

This children’s home was judged inadequate at the full inspection on 14 and 15 October 2024. Following this monitoring visit, Ofsted has made a new full inspection judgement in line with the inspection framework. The new full inspection judgement is good.

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This monitoring visit

Leaders and managers have demonstrated that the compliance notice under regulation 13, the leadership and management standard, requirements under regulation 12, the protection of children standard and regulation 40, notification of a serious event and one recommendation are met. A new judgement has been made because of the hard work and commitment to improve the quality of care provided to the child from the managers and staff.

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This monitoring visit

The child was spoken to throughout the monitoring visit. The child said that they are happy living in the home and that they feel safe. Since the full inspection, the child has continued to do well. They are making progress in school and enjoy the various activities that are on offer to them. The child has improved their swimming skills and joined an after-school art club. This is helping to increase their social skills and interactions with peers and is, in turn, increasing their confidence. Importantly, the Inspection report for children’s home - monitoring visit: SC001452 2 child continues to trust the adults and feels able to share any worries and concerns with them.

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This monitoring visit

Leaders and managers have taken full accountability for the events that led to the inadequate judgement. In response, leaders and the clinical team have facilitated reflective sessions for all staff, enabling them to critically explore what happened, identify areas for improvement and implement strategies to prevent a reoccurrence. Despite the challenges, staff remain positive, and they are committed to ensuring that they meet the needs of the child.

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This monitoring visit

The recently appointed manager brings suitable experience to the role. She is being well supported through a structured induction plan and receives regular guidance from the responsible individual. These measures ensure that she is well equipped to lead the home effectively.

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This monitoring visit

The manager brings a refreshing approach to the role, demonstrating focus and a clear commitment to improving the quality of care provided to the child. She has made immediate and effective progress in the development of the home. Her quiet and calming presence has instilled confidence in the staff, creating a relaxed and supportive atmosphere. This positive environment contributes to a sense of ease within the home, which directly benefits the child’s well-being.

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This monitoring visit

There has been a strong focus on staff development, with a particular emphasis on safeguarding children. All staff have completed safeguarding children refresher training to reinforce their knowledge. Furthermore, staff have been upskilled through workshops and team-building activities to enhance their knowledge and skills.

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This monitoring visit

Staff spoken to were fully aware of safeguarding procedures and the whistle-blowing policy. Furthermore, the provider has provided an additional layer of safeguarding by funding a child protection agency that is independent of the provider. The staff are also aware that they can contact this independent agency should they ever feel worried about a child.

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This monitoring visit

The manager has worked hard to establish quick and effective oversight of what is happening in the home. She has gained valuable insight into her team and its strengths and areas for development. Additionally, she has reviewed the child’s risk assessment and support plans, ensuring that these are up to date and that all staff are fully informed.

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This monitoring visit

The responsible individual supports the manager in reviewing the referral paperwork for new children. They have carefully reviewed several referral documents and have appropriately declined referrals when the staff team would be unable to meet the child’s needs or when the placement could negatively impact on the child already in the home. This demonstrates a thoughtful and child-focused approach to admissions. Inspection report for children’s home - monitoring visit: SC001452 3 The overall judgement for this home is good. No new requirements or recommendations were made.

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Inspection date Inspection type Inspection judgement

14/10/2024 Full Inadequate 20/02/2024 Full Outstanding 25/01/2023 Full Outstanding 22/03/2022 Full Good Inspection report for children’s home - monitoring visit: SC001452 4

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Information about this inspection

The purpose of this visit was to monitor the action taken and the progress made by the children’s home since its last Ofsted inspection.

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Information about this inspection

This inspection was carried out under The Care Standards Act 2000. Inspection report for children’s home - monitoring visit: SC001452 5

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Children’s home details

Registered provider: Five Rivers Child Care Limited

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Children’s home details

Registered provider address: 47 Bedwin Street, Salisbury SP1 3UT

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Children’s home details

Responsible individual: Victoria Elworthy

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Inspector

Jo Birtwhistle, Social Care Inspector Inspection report for children’s home - monitoring visit: SC001452 6 and inspects 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 looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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