Staff

Staff at King Street

King Street 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 King Street, 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 King Street 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 King Street, 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.