FEVACA Supported Accommodation

Inspection report for supported accommodation provider: FEVACA Supported Accommodation 1 FEVACA Supported Accommodation Registered provider: Fonjock’s Social Work Practice Limited

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Inspected under the social care common inspection framework

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provider

The service registered with Ofsted on 14 September 2023. It provides accommodation for up to 16 looked-after children and care leavers across four shared houses and three single-occupancy flats.

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provider

At the time of this inspection, three children aged 16 to 18 were living in the properties.

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A registered service manager registered with Ofsted in June 2023 and left in Dec 2024. An acting service manager has been in post since September 2024 and has submitted their application to register with Ofsted.

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Inspection dates: The inspection was announced on 15 September 2025 and started that day. The inspector was on site on 17 and 18 September 2025.

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Outcome

Consistently strong service delivery leads to typically positive experiences and progress for children. Where improvements are needed, leaders and managers take timely and effective action. The next inspection will be in approximately three years.

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Summary of findings

Leaders and managers are fully focused on what is best for children.

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Summary of findings

Children receive individualised support from experienced staff, which leads to positive outcomes.

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Summary of findings

The staff support children safely and effectively as they move towards independence.

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Summary of findings

Equality, diversity and inclusion are integral to the whole service. Inspection report for supported accommodation provider: FEVACA Supported Accommodation 2

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Overall experiences and progress of children

Children are safe and thrive in their accommodation. They speak fondly of the staff and provide examples of how they have been supported.

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Overall experiences and progress of children

Children experience stability in their lives through a core team of staff who promote consistent support and the development of strong relationships. Children know they have dependable adults around them whom they can approach for support at any time. This enhances children’s sense of security.

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Overall experiences and progress of children

Staff help children develop practical life skills, such as budgeting, cooking and cleaning. This is reflected in the support plans, which children are fully involved in developing.

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Overall experiences and progress of children

The physical environment is homely and comfortable, and it is maintained to a high standard. Children personalise their bedrooms to reflect their individuality, and they spend time in the communal areas. Children have everything they need to develop their independence as well as to experience living harmoniously with others. One child said they had never felt more comfortable anywhere else.

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Overall experiences and progress of children

Children understand the importance of education, training and employment. Most are engaging well in the education provided at the home and are planning their careers. Staff help children overcome barriers to achieving their goals and prepare for the world of work. This was particularly evident when children described the individual support that they have received to access opportunities that directly reflect their ambitions.

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Overall experiences and progress of children

Children are encouraged to spend time with people who are important to them. Staff understand the complex nature of some family dynamics and how these can affect children. Staff focus on providing consistent, reliable and trusting relationships with children. They also encourage children to engage in social activities, with some having gym and ice-skating memberships.

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How well children are helped and protected

Children say that they are safe. There is a stable staff team, which provides consistency in support and allows staff to build strong relationships with children.

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How well children are helped and protected

Children’s safety is prioritised by staff, and there is a coordinated, multi-agency approach to managing risks. Although incidents of children going missing have been high, there has been a reduction in incidents as children have developed their relationships with staff and a sense of ‘home’. Staff take time to explore the reasons why children have gone missing or not complied with curfews.

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How well children are helped and protected

Serious incidents in the homes are rare. Staff know the children well, which helps them understand their triggers and assist in de-escalating situations. Staff help Inspection report for supported accommodation provider: FEVACA Supported Accommodation 3 children write a plan about how they wish to be supported when they are or are not feeling well. This has a valuable focus on ensuring that the child’s voice is heard and a personalised plan is in place to support them when needed.

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How well children are helped and protected

Staff manage safeguarding concerns effectively and share these in a timely manner with the children’s social workers. Staff set clear and consistent boundaries, which contributes to children feeling safe. Managers monitor these boundaries regularly to ensure that appropriate responses and actions are taken to safeguard children.

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How well children are helped and protected

Staff understand children’s vulnerabilities. They recognise signs of increased risk for children who are vulnerable to exploitation. Staff share concerns appropriately and work closely with other professionals to safeguard children. A local police missing persons adviser stated:

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How well children are helped and protected

‘They have actively participated in strategy meetings for young people in their care, working collaboratively with police, children and young people’s services, and placement teams to develop effective missing prevention plans. Additionally, they’ve been very open to visits from both myself and our community policing team, welcoming opportunities for officers to engage directly with the children and offer further support.’

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How well children are helped and protected

Leaders and managers regularly review the location assessments in consultation with other professionals. They also include children’s views when considering the continued suitability of the areas where the homes are situated.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers

The leadership and management team is effective and competent. Together, all the managers have created a positive ethos. The nominated individual is hands-on and works effectively with the staff team. Staff say leaders and managers are visible, approachable and supportive.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers

The nominated individual is currently filling the registered service manager post. She is inspirational and dedicated and has demonstrated her commitment to children receiving high-quality support to develop their independent living skills. She brings to the roles a farsighted perspective for the development of the supported accommodation sector. She provides opportunities for providers to meet and enhance their knowledge and practice. She promotes the effective implementation of the quality standards by staff.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers

The training provider the organisation uses for level 3 and level 5 qualifications stated:

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers

‘It is also very refreshing to note that FEVECA staff are competent with their knowledge of the quality standards and how they apply their practice to the standards. This is quite rare, as I often find that staff from other organisations, especially level 3s, have limited or no understanding of these regulations.’ Inspection report for supported accommodation provider: FEVACA Supported Accommodation 4 Leaders and managers are strong in workforce development, enhancing staff skills, providing training opportunities and sustaining retention. Staff turnover is low, and many staff members have worked for the provider for several years, which provides continuity for children.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers

The arrangements for staff induction, supervision and practice reviews are effective. Supervision considers and prioritises children’s needs. Staff speak highly of the support they receive from the managers.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers

Since registration, the managers have been working to enhance the quality of records and to evidence the team’s good, child-focused practices. The voice of the child is clearly captured in records and plans.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers

Leaders and managers ensure that children remain at the heart of the organisation. They inspire staff and ensure consistent good practice across the service. They know the children well, and they carefully monitor their experiences, progress and outcomes. They prioritise reflective practice and have a clear action plan to further the service’s development.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers

No requirements or recommendations were raised at this inspection. Inspection report for supported accommodation provider: FEVACA Supported Accommodation 5

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Information about this inspection

Inspectors have looked closely at the experiences and progress of children 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 Supported Accommodation (England) Regulations 2023. Inspection report for supported accommodation provider: FEVACA Supported Accommodation 6

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Supported accommodation provider details

Registered provider: Fonjock’s Social Work Practice Limited

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Inspectors

Clare Hannah, Social Care Inspector Inspection report for supported accommodation provider: FEVACA Supported Accommodation 7 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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