Children's home run by Blossom24 Healthcare & Training Limited

Inspection report for children’s home: 2779082 1 Registered provider: Blossom24 Healthcare & Training 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 privately owned. It is registered to provide care for up to one child with learning disabilities.

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Information about this children’s home

There was one child living at the home at the time of the inspection.

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Information about this children’s home

The home is led by a registered manager.

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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: 01 October 2024

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good

Overall judgement at last inspection: good

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good

Enforcement action since last inspection: none Inspection report for children’s home: 2779082 2

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Inspection date Inspection type Inspection judgement

01/10/2024 Full Good Inspection report for children’s home: 2779082 3

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: good

A caring environment has been created for the child. The home is well presented and has a homely feel. The child has personalised their bedroom and other areas of the house. There are pictures of the child with family and of their own artwork all around the home which further evidences the established relationships between the child and staff.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: good

The child’s care planning is extremely thorough. This includes detailed plans and assessments covering all aspects of the child’s life. They are written from the view of the child. The language used is warm and caring. The staff recognise the child’s identity, and their choices are promoted with support to maintain their family’s culture and religion. This includes attending important festivals and events.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: good

Staff know the child extremely well. They understand how the child communicates. This includes verbal understanding and use of pictures, symbols, gestures and sounds. A detailed communication book informs staff of how best to gain the child’s wishes and feelings.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: good

The child is making good progress and developing new skills, particularly in relation to independence and accessing the community. The child is learning skills such as doing laundry and making toast. They have enjoyed holidays and activities with peers, including attending a local youth club and accessing leisure centres.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: good

One-to-one sessions are held between staff and the child. These keywork sessions are planned and linked to education. This includes conversations that are specific to the child’s needs. Sessions are creatively recorded by staff and progress is celebrated. Education and learning are important for the child. They attend and enjoy school. In addition, staff support learning within the home. This is well planned with an approach that makes learning fun for the child. Activities include the child choosing stories to be read to them.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: good

Staff help the child to lead a healthy lifestyle. This includes activities that involve exercise. Regular appointments are maintained with health professionals. Medication is stored and administered safely. Records are well maintained and audited by the manager or deputy manager.

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

Staff understand risk well. Comprehensive risk assessments enable staff to identify potential risks and implement strategies to reduce them. This includes a positive behaviour support plan, which helps staff recognise triggers and respond in ways that de-escalate situations and provide reassurance when the child feels anxious or Inspection report for children’s home: 2779082 4 upset. Staff support the child to develop and use positive coping strategies. Incidents are recorded and reflected on effectively, which has contributed to a reduction in the frequency of these behaviours.

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

Behaviour that is difficult to manage is responded to effectively by staff. Playfulness and curiosity are used to support the child when upset. Incidents are managed without the need for physical intervention. The manager reviews incidents to ensure learning, which has led to changes in staff practice and a reduction in unwanted behaviour.

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

There have been no missing incidents during this inspection year. However, clear procedures are in place should this occur. The manager ensures staff have information about any risks near the home. This includes liaising with local community police and maintaining a detailed missing protocol.

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

The manager knows how to access an independent advocate if required. The child’s parent is a strong and consistent advocate. The child’s views of the home are gained creatively, including through a feedback form designed to meet the child’s understanding and abilities.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: good

The manager ensured that the recommendation from the previous inspection was actioned. There is now clear recording across all plans and reports. The recordings are child focused and show the child’s progress.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: good

Staff feel very well supported by the manager. They feel listened to and able to raise concerns if required. One staff member said, ‘I enjoy working here very much. We get all the support that we need.’

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: good

The manager supports staff from their induction onwards. This includes regular supervision with an experienced team member. These sessions are reflective and productive. They support staff well-being, areas for development and training needs. This is also addressed in regular team meetings and focused learning.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: good

An open culture is promoted by the manager. This is supported by comprehensive policies and procedures. These are discussed in supervision and in training. In addition, flowcharts highlight important areas such as safeguarding, whistleblowing allegations and complaints.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: good

The manager feels well supported by the responsible individual. They visit the home regularly and contribute to the monitoring of the home. Independent supervision is also provided to the manager. This ensures an unbiased approach to managing the home. Inspection report for children’s home: 2779082 5 Comprehensive quality assurance processes are in place. The manager has oversight of all plans and documents. Areas have been identified for continuous improvement. These are included in the manager’s workforce and home development plan. There is a focus on how the staff will develop their practice using research. Inspection report for children’s home: 2779082 6

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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: 2779082 7

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Children’s home details

Registered provider: Blossom24 Healthcare & Training Limited

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Children’s home details

Registered provider address: 33A Wrenbury Road, Duston, Northampton NN5 6YG

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Children’s home details

Responsible individual: Thandiwe Murambiwa

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Inspectors

Shaun Caplis, Social Care Inspector John McDonnell, Social Care Inspector Inspection report for children’s home: 2779082 8 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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Inspectors

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