Meet the Kingsland House Care Home team
From nurses and carers to chefs and housekeepers, staff in our home are here to deliver high quality care and services to those we support. Check below to meet some of the friendly faces you are likely to see when visiting our home:
Karen Williams
Hi, my name is Karen, and I am the General Manager here at Kingsland House. Welcome to our website!
I have been a nurse for over 30 years and have worked both in the NHS and the private sector. A large part of my experience has been in palliative care and I have been lucky to have been able to run the inpatient unit at Phyllis Tuckwell hospice in Farnham, and worked as a Specialist community nurse for St Catharine’s Hospice in Crawley
I moved into management of nursing homes and was the manager of the first home to get an Outstanding rating from the CQC in Surrey. I love being a nurse and have learnt so much from the people I have met and cared for in the different settings that I have had the privilege to work in.
I have been involved in various projects with Surrey University looking at ethics in Health care, and with Skills for care. The Gold standard framework has also been something I have been involved with and have been able to use what I have learnt to benefit the wellbeing of residents and increase Quality of life.
Zamo Gqanabisa
Hi, my name is Zamo, I am a senior nurse here at Kingsland House with more than 23 years’ experience working in adult care, dementia and community settings, I hold a NVQ 4 managers award & dementia training.
I am passionate and take pride in my job and I enjoy making a difference to people’s lives, it make me happy if I can make people happy that I care for.
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Shanelle Luring
I have worked for Barchester at Kingsland House since 2016. I started as a Care Assistant I have since trained with Barchester and now hold the post of a care Practitioner which I really enjoy.
Amanda Smith
I started what I didn’t realise would be my career at Kingsland House 20 years ago.
I achieved my NVQ 2 & 3 to become a senior carer and, after 10 years, I was promoted to team leader. I have now qualified as a care practitioner, which I am very proud.
I love my job and working here at Kingsland House. I am very passionate about the care our residents receive and that they live a fulfilled life here.
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Shirley Corteil
My name is Shirley Corteil and I am the Administrator here at Kingsland House. I have been here since it opened back in 1995, so I guess the length of service must say it all! There have been many changes over the years, but I can honestly say that there is never a dull moment working here!
Sayia Clark
Hi my name is Sayia, I am a Senior Nurse here at Kingsland House.
Ellie Carter
Hi, my name is Ellie and I am an Administration Assistant. I have worked at Kingsland House for a little while now, but I used to be a Housekeeper. I am very much enjoying this new role.
Emily Strange
Hi, my name is Emily and I am an Administration Assistant here at Kingsland. I enjoy seeing new and old faces as they pass by in reception or for a coffee and a chat!
Valentin (Vali) Neagu
Head Chef, Valentin Neagu, joined us in July 2013. He takes great pride in everything he cooks and bakes. Vali has a good rapport with his team.
Sarah Hiscock
Hi, my name is Sarah, and I am the Activities Coordinator here at Kingsland House. I have over 30 years’ experience in the care sector. I hold an ILM Level 5 in Leadership & Management and worked as a Facilities Manager for many years.
I am enjoying my role, encouraging the residents to engage and try new activities. I have some great ideas for events, along with providing daily activities within the home to help stimulate all the residents, either in groups or individually.
I like to have regular get-togethers with the residents to discuss new ideas and what they would like to experience, so that we can provide activities to each individual taking into account their interests, along with mind, body & soul.
I am a mum of 4 and have 2 grandchildren, and enjoy the outdoors.
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Mark Adams
My main responsibility is to keep our home and grounds looking their best, and to a high standard.
Theresa Holland
Hi, my name is Theresa, and I have worked at Kingsland House since 2010. I have worked in the kitchen, in housekeeping, and now finally I have settled as an Activities Assistant. I love my job, as every day is a new adventure with the residents.
Sophie Cox
I started working at Kingsland House in November 2015, originally as a Carer. I later became a part of the catering team, working as a Hostess, which was lovely, as I got to spend lots of time with residents. I am now Head of Housekeeping, and I love my job. The best part of being at Kingsland House is the staff and residents – they make this house a home.
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Chris Dossett
Hi, my name is Chris, and I am the Gardener here at Kingsland House.
Shanelle Lurring
Hi my name is Shanelle and I am a Senior care Assistant and training champion here at Kingsland House. I started here back in 2016 and I’m loving every minute. I have recently started an advanced carer training program so I can expand my knowledge and get more experience. One resident has even taught me how to knit!
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