Children's Home run by Caring in Partnership in Trafford

Inspection report for children’s home: 2838945 1 Registered provider: Caring in Partnership

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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 operated. It provides care for up to 2 children who may experience social and emotional difficulties.

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Information about this children’s home

The provider and manager registered with Ofsted in July 2025. This is the home’s first inspection.

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Information about this children’s home

At the time of the inspection, 2 children were living in the home. The inspector met with 1 child.

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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 outstanding

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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: not previously inspected

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good

Overall judgement at last inspection: not applicable

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good

Enforcement action since last inspection: not applicable Inspection report for children’s home: 2838945 2

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: good

Children have settled well at the home and are making good progress. Staff have clear and consistent boundaries in place which help children to feel safe. One child said:

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: good

It is a really good home, the manager is great, all the staff are in it for the right reason. If you ask anyone anything, they all give the same answer. They are consistent. If I ask for anything, if they can’t do it straight away, they will work out a plan with me how to do it. I don’t like the phone contract, but I totally see how it works and makes me more responsible.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: good

Staff recognise the importance of children spending time with their families, who are welcome to visit the home. Staff have regular communication and enjoy positive relationships with families. One family member said, ‘They have given [name] their independence back; it’s great. All I want to say to them is thank you.’

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: good

Key-work sessions with children are meaningful and about a specific subject. They include the agenda of both the staff and child. Issues are addressed in a therapeutic way. Children are supported by talking about their feelings. Children have progressed in building trusting relationships with staff.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: good

Children know how to make a complaint and feel confident to do so. When they do make complaints, the registered manager deals with these appropriately and provides a written response to the child. Where appropriate to do so, suggestions are made about things that can be changed, and this helps children feel listened to and valued.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: good

Both children attend education. There are plans in place to support one child to attend lessons which they struggle with. Both children are encouraged to do homework, and they are rewarded for doing this. School staff have praised staff for excellent communication and being available for the children. One member of school staff said, ‘They have been fabulous; there is daily contact. Communication is open and honest. I can’t think of anything else they could do.’

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

Children have individual plans and risk assessments. Staff understand the current risks to children well and are also aware of likely risks that will present as the children become older. Staff are being trained on future potential risks. Relationships are being formed with relevant professionals so that if children’s risks do increase, staff are equipped to respond.

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

There have been no missing-from-care incidents, no physical intervention and no allegations against staff. Staff are trained on how to manage all these situations should Inspection report for children’s home: 2838945 3 they arise and are confident in their ability to respond appropriately. Incidents of self- harm have reduced since the children have settled into the home and have built trusting relationships with staff.

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

One child is subject to a deprivation of liberty order, which restricts their level of independence. Staff are attuned to their needs and support them to be as independent as possible. They liaise with the multidisciplinary team on a weekly basis and agree next steps. This professional collaboration focuses on increasing independence as safely as possible.

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

Staff understand how past experiences impact on children. One child is doing work with a clinical psychologist to understand their previous history. This will help them make sense of their experience and increase their self-worth in future relationships.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: outstanding

Leaders and managers use innovative practice and continually strive to improve daily experiences for children. Each child has a monthly 'Managers Milkshake' meeting with the registered manager to discuss their feelings and wellbeing. This gives each child an opportunity to develop their relationship with the registered manager and discuss their feelings and their experiences of living in the home.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: outstanding

The responsible individual has made significant efforts to meet with children and build relationships with them. Staff talk about her regular presence. The positive relationships she has with children and staff complements her oversight to ensure that children are safe and well cared for.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: outstanding

Leaders and managers are committed to developing staff practice within the home and to continually improving the outcome for children. Children, staff and professionals alike speak highly of them. One member of staff said, ‘From the top down, everyone is approachable and supportive. I feel comfortable going to them for advice or if I have a grumble, whenever needed.’

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: outstanding

Practice-related supervision sessions are reflective. It includes safeguarding scenarios and staff practice is discussed. The registered manager challenges staff when required. As staff development is prioritised, staff are equipped to meet the needs of the children. There is an emphasis on bespoke training to meet the needs of each individual child.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: outstanding

Managers are proactive about researching issues which are relevant for the child. They encourage staff to undertake their own research, which strengthens their understanding of the children’s specific needs and of the care that they provide for children.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: outstanding

Team meetings are collaborative and staff are made to feel valued and are encouraged to contribute. Recognition is given to staff for going above and beyond.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: outstanding

The registered manager has a system for monitoring and auditing all aspects of the home. He oversees all incidents and challenges practice where appropriate. The Inspection report for children’s home: 2838945 4 responsible individual produces a regular safeguarding report, which provides an additional layer of oversight.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: outstanding

No requirements or recommendations were identified during this inspection. Inspection report for children’s home: 2838945 5

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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: 2838945 6

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Children’s home details

Registered provider: Caring in Partnership

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Children’s home details

Registered provider address: Simple Insurance Solutions, 519–523 Hyde Road, Manchester M12 5FL

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Inspector

Karen Karlsson, Social Care Inspector Inspection report for children’s home: 2838945 7 regulates 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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