Southhouse Close Support Unit

1. By 30 March 2026, the provider must ensure the admissions process considers the ability of the service to be able to meet the young person’s needs and keep them safe. To do this, the provider must, at a minimum: a) Ensure there is comprehensive assessment and recording of matching considerations for young people moving into the service b) Ensure there is an assessment of the impact on young people in the service and the referral, when a new admission is considered c) Ensure the service has sufficient staff with the right skills and training to meet the need of all young people in the service. This is in order to comply with Regulation 4(1)(a) of The Social Care and Social Work Improvement Scotland (Requirements for Care Services) Regulations 2011 (SSI 2011/210). This is to ensure that care and support is consistent with the Health and Social Care Standards (HSCS) which state that: 'My care an2. By 30 March 2026, the provider must ensure all investigations into staff practice consider the safety, rights and wellbeing of young people. To do this, the provider must, at a minimum: a) Ensure there is clear learning, reflection and training to support staff b) Ensure decision-making processes demonstrate consideration of safeguarding young people c) Notify the Care Inspectorate timeously and provide ongoing, accurate updates This is in order to comply with Regulation 4(1)(a) of The Social Care and Social Work Improvement Scotland (Requirements for Care Services) Regulations 2011 (SSI 2011/210). This is to ensure that care and support is consistent with the Health and Social Care Standards (HSCS) which state that: ‘I have confidence in people because they are trained, competent and skilled, are able to reflect on their practice and follow their professional and organisational codes.’ (HSCS 3.14)