Meet the Epsom Beaumont Care Home team

I have been a qualified nurse for over 20 years. I have worked in the UK for many years as a nurse and as the Deputy Manager for large nursing homes. I enjoy working in the care sector and being hands-on, where I can both nurture my team and deliver great outcomes for those we support

My passion is to always ensure that anyone in our care receives the highest standard of support, and I am excited that Barchester has given me the opportunity to do this.

Gulcin is head chef at Epsom Beaumont in Surrey Downs. As a care home chef she regularly turns out meals for 55 residents, creating award winning menus that nourish and delight. She is passionate about raising the profile of catering in care and ensuring that the quality and creativity of this area of food provision is not overlooked.

Her skill at producing fantastic meals from her kitchen was rewarded when she was named Chef of the Year by the home she was working before.

Gulcin is always available to chat with any families or residents about her work and to answer your questions on the often-challenging nature of feeding those in care settings.

Leah has worked in various admin roles in different sectors both private and NHS for over 30 years. She is really excited to be working with the team at Epsom where everyone feels part of a family and where she can make a difference to residents and their families and support her colleagues.     

I am the laundry assistant here at the home and have been working here now since 2020. I enjoy coming to work and taking on the new responsibilities. My colleagues are supportive and we work together to provide the best service we can for residents.

There is room to grow in the business. I feel the home really has a family feel between staff, residents and loved ones. It’s a lovely place to come to every day.

I always said when I started working I wanted to have a rewarding job that puts a smile on people’s faces and makes their day just that little bit brighter! I started working in the care sector as a hospitality Assistant, and then became a carer and then the activities coordinator. I really enjoy getting the residents up and moving, and getting active. I enjoy learning new things about the residents and doing meaningful activities with them that they enjoy and benefit from. 

Thava Patten is our admin assistant, she looks after our front of house, she is happy to assist with new enquiries, assisting with show rounds and helping families to visit the home. Her work is to ensure all potential new enquiries are dealt with in a timely manner and she is able to assist families on a daily basis to find suitable care.