Children's Home run by New Paradigm Social Limited in Liverpool

Inspection report for children's home: 2836272 1 Registered provider: New Paradigm Social 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 children's home is run by a private company. It is registered to provide care for 2 children who may experience social and emotional difficulties.

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Information about this children's home

The home and manager have been registered with Ofsted since July 2025.

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Information about this children's home

Two children were living at the home at the time of this inspection. Both children spoke with the inspector about their experiences of living at the home.

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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: 17 February 2026

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good

Overall judgement at last inspection: requires improvement to be good

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good

Enforcement action since last inspection: none Inspection report for children's home: 2836272 2

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Inspection date Inspection type Inspection judgement

17/02/2026 Full Requires improvement to be good Inspection report for children's home: 2836272 3

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Summary of findings

Children receive warm, nurturing care from staff who know them well and are committed to helping them succeed. Staff build trusting relationships with children and create a family-like environment where children feel valued, supported and able to seek help when they need it. As a result, children make good progress from their starting points and develop confidence, emotional resilience and a strong sense of belonging.

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Summary of findings

Staff understand children's individual risks and take effective action to keep them safe. They use a therapeutic approach to help children understand risk, develop safer behaviours and manage their emotions. Staff work closely with children, families and other professionals to ensure that children receive the support they need. Children trust staff and feel comfortable sharing worries and concerns with them.

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Summary of findings

The manager provides strong leadership and has created a positive culture that places children's needs at the centre of practice. Staff feel valued and well supported. They receive regular supervision, access relevant training and demonstrate the skills and knowledge needed to meet children's needs effectively. The manager and responsible individual show a clear commitment to continuous improvement and have addressed the requirements raised at the last inspection.

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Summary of findings

Some aspects of practice require further consideration to ensure that all measures used in the home remain appropriate and proportionate. These issues do not detract from the positive experiences of children or the good progress they make. Overall, children receive good-quality care from a committed and skilled staff team that promotes their safety, wellbeing and development.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: good

Managers and staff speak about children with affection, compassion and genuine care. Staff create a warm, family-like environment where children feel comfortable, settled and valued. Children have positive relationships with staff; they seek their support during times of difficulty and trust them to respond to their needs.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: good

Children's moves into the home are carefully planned and supported. The manager works effectively with professionals to assess children's needs before they move in. Staff make thoughtful efforts help children feel welcome. For example, they prepare personalised welcome baskets containing items such as fresh pyjamas, fluffy socks and pamper products linked to children's interests. As a result, children settle quickly and begin to build positive relationships with staff.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: good

Children make good progress from their starting points. Examples include reductions in self-harming behaviours, improved engagement with education, successful involvement with therapeutic services and better access to healthcare. Staff use a therapeutic Inspection report for children's home: 2836272 4 approach and complete thoughtful direct work with children. This helps children to develop their understanding of relationships, personal boundaries, safety and emotional wellbeing.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: good

Staff understand children's health needs and advocate effectively for them. They work persistently to secure specialist support and services. Staff seek and consider children's views through regular meetings with children and 'Our Living Together' plans, which promote positive relationships and shared expectations in the home. Staff maintain effective communication with parents and professionals. Professionals speak positively about the home and express confidence in the quality of care provided.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: good

Staff celebrate children's strengths and encourage them to contribute to daily life in the home. Children regularly receive praise, encouragement and positive affirmation. This helps them to recognise their achievements, build confidence and develop a strong sense of belonging.

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Overall experiences and progress of children and young people: good

The home environment is welcoming and child focused. However, a lock has been fitted to a communal bathroom door. This does not support children's free access to communal areas of the home. In addition, bedroom door alarms are in use. While these may support children's safety, records do not clearly demonstrate individual assessment, a clear rationale for their use or ongoing review.

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

There have been no missing-from-home incidents, allegations, complaints or police callouts since the last inspection. Staff understand children's individual risks and take a proactive approach to keeping them safe. Risk assessments have improved since the last inspection and now provide clear guidance to help staff manage identified risks. Staff regularly review and update assessments following incidents to ensure that support remains relevant to children's needs.

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

Staff help children to understand and manage risk. Children take part in regular individual work on topics such as personal safety, relationships, bullying and self-harm. Staff encourage children to identify strategies that help them to feel safe and calm. They listen to children's views and adapt support in response. As a result, children develop a better understanding of risk and know how to seek help when they need it.

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

Staff use a therapeutic and child-centred approach when responding to safeguarding concerns. They focus on understanding children's experiences and underlying needs rather than simply addressing their behaviours. Children feel comfortable sharing worries and concerns with staff and seek their support during times of emotional difficulty.

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

When incidents occur, staff consistently respond appropriately. They gather information, explore triggers and context, demonstrate professional curiosity and take action to reduce future risk. The manager and staff share information appropriately and work in partnership with social workers, schools and other agencies when concerns arise. The manager ensures that learning taken from incidents informs future planning and support. Inspection report for children's home: 2836272 5 The manager considers children's needs, vulnerabilities and risks when planning admissions and considering whether children can live together safely. He identifies potential areas of concern and puts clear plans in place to help staff monitor and manage risk. This supports staff to respond consistently and helps children to feel safe and secure in their relationships with one another.

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

Staff also take a thoughtful approach to room searches when these are required to manage identified risks. They complete searches in a way that respects children's dignity and helps to maintain a homely environment. For example, staff often combine searches with practical support, such as helping children to tidy their rooms, change bedding or organise personal belongings. This helps children to understand that staff's actions are intended to support their safety and wellbeing rather than intrude on their personal space.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: good

The manager has high aspirations for children. He demonstrates a genuine commitment to improving their experiences and outcomes. He speaks about children with warmth, compassion and a clear understanding of their individual needs. The manager has created a positive and nurturing culture in the home. Records, team meetings and staff practice consistently reflect child-centred values and a strong commitment to meeting children's needs. Staff share the manager's vision and speak positively about the culture in the home. There is a strong sense of teamwork that promotes consistency and stability for children.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: good

Staff receive regular supervision that is reflective, supportive and focused on improving practice. The manager ensures that meaningful discussions take place about children's experiences, staff development and professional accountability. Staff speak highly of the support they receive from the manager. They value the guidance, encouragement and opportunities to develop their skills and knowledge.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: good

The manager and responsible individual place strong emphasis on workforce development. Staff access a wide range of relevant training and have a good understanding of how this learning informs their work with children. Training in therapeutic approaches is embedded in practice. Staff confidently apply these approaches to build relationships, support children's emotional wellbeing and respond effectively to their needs. As a result, children benefit from care provided by a skilled and knowledgeable staff team.

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The effectiveness of leaders and managers: good

The manager demonstrates good oversight of the home and has a clear understanding of its strengths and areas for development. He is receptive to feedback and takes action to improve practice where necessary. All requirements raised at the last inspection have been met. The manager has also responded effectively to challenges relating to staffing capacity. Bank staff have been used to cover a vacant post and periods of staff leave. However, the manager has taken decisive action to improve workforce stability through successful recruitment and changes to annual leave arrangements. Recruitment Inspection report for children's home: 2836272 6 processes are thorough and support the safe recruitment of suitable staff to work with children. Inspection report for children's home: 2836272 7

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Recommendation

 The registered person should ensure that children have access to all shared areas in the home. They should also ensure that any modifications to the home environment are informed by a rigorous assessment of the child's individual needs and kept under regular review. Further consideration needs to be made in relation to whether the use of door alarms on children's bedrooms is appropriate and proportionate. The lock on the downstairs bathroom should be removed. ('Guide to the Children's Homes Regulations, including the quality standards,' page 15, paragraph 3.10)

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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: 2836272 8

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Children's home details

Registered provider: New Paradigm Social Limited

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Children's home details

Registered provider address: 121 Lark Lane, Liverpool L17 8UR

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Inspector

Bethany Riley, Social Care Inspector Inspection report for children's home: 2836272 9 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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