Staff

Staff at Dragonby Road

Dragonby Road has a staff team comprising a Registered Manager, a Deputy Manager, Team Leaders and Support Workers, working closely with a dedicated Clinical Team (see Therapeutic Services).

Recruitment and training: Before joining us at Dragonby Road, people’s employment histories are thoroughly checked, references  taken up and Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks carried out.

Our colleagues are carefully recruited, trained and supported to provide safe,  consistent and person-centred care. Each team works closely with clinical colleagues so that support is informed by each person’s communication, sensory, emotional  wellbeing and behavioural support needs. Colleagues complete a structured induction and ongoing learning programme, including role-specific training, coaching,  mentoring and professional development. Managers also access leadership and management development to support effective practice.

Health

All the people we support at Dragonby Road have access to a wide range of community services, including:

• General Practitioner
• Dentist
• Chiropodist
• Optician

Each person has a medical assessment when they come to Dragonby Road, followed by annual check-ups carried out by the local GP. Each also has a Health Action Plan. Additional and/or specialist support can be accessed as required, for example, in relation to  epilepsy or specific nutritional needs.

The people we support are encouraged to lead a balanced lifestyle and are assisted in choosing and preparing healthy, nutritious meals and in taking regular exercise.