Sudley Road

This comprehensive assessment was prompted by the age of the current rating and was conducted to provide a more up-to-date assessment of compliance. At the last inspection this service was rated good. At this inspection the service has remained good.

People were supported safely by staff who understood their needs. Risks were assessed and managed appropriately. There were enough suitably skilled staff to provide consistent support. Staff completed training relevant to their roles. Safe recruitment processes ensured staff were suitable for their roles. People's rights were protected. Restrictions to keep people safe were authorised appropriately and applied in the least restrictive way.

People's needs were regularly assessed and reviewed. Care plans provided clear information to help staff deliver safe and effective care in line with current best practice guidance. Staff had the knowledge and skills needed to support people effectively and worked closely with health and social care professionals to support people’s health and wellbeing.

Care was tailored to meet people's individual needs and aspirations. Support was flexible and focused on helping people achieve positive outcomes, independence and meaningful experiences. People's views and preferences were reflected in the care they received.

The service was well managed and had effective governance systems in place. Quality assurance processes were used to monitor performance and drive improvements. Records wereaccurate, up to date, and supported good care delivery. Staff felt valued, supported, and able to raise concerns. Leaders promoted an open, positive, and inclusive culture focused on continuous improvement and achieving good outcomes for people.

The service adhered to the Oliver McGowan Code of Practice. The Oliver McGowan Code of Practice sets out to ensure CQC registered health and social care staff receive high-quality, mandatory training on learning disability and autism, aiming to improve care standards and reduce inequalities

The service worked in line with the principles of Right Support, Right Care, Right Culturebest practice guidance to judge whether people received respectful, dignified, and person-centred care that promoted their independence, choices, and inclusion in the community. The provider was working in line with national best practice guidance for supporting people with a learning disability and autistic people.