Meet the team

Our wonderful team comprises nurses, carers, activities coordinators, chefs, housekeepers and more. These people are here to ensure that residents enjoy their time at the home and are supported to live life to the fullest. Meet some of our staff below:

Sebastian Wiencelewski

General Manager

Hi, my name is Sebastian and I am the General Manager here at Marnel Lodge. Welcome to our website!

I joined the team in April 2019, having worked in the healthcare sector for many years. I am extremely passionate about delivering exceptional person-centred care to our residents and ensuring the highest standards of care are met. I am proud to be the general manager and thoroughly enjoy working with our residents, their families, friends and the entire team here at Marnel Lodge

Joy Martin

Deputy Manager

I have been a nurse for over 20 years and have been here at Marnel Lodge since 2012. I want only the best and highest standards of care for residents and believe that team work is an important key in doing this. In June 2018, a case study of mine was published in the International Journal of Palliative Nursing, which you can read here.

Auddie Domingo

Unit Manager

I have joined Marnel in 2013 as a Registered Nurse and since then, progressed to the role of Unit Manager. My passion is to care for my residents and to be able to help others in need. Every individual makes my day worthwhile and a smile completes it.

Jo Shuck

Senior Administrator

I have worked at Barchester for many years and can honestly say I love every day working at Marnel Lodge. I look after the home's finances, but love meeting the residents and building a relationship with their loved ones. My door is always open and I am happy to help with anything they may need.

Marek Manteufel

Activities Coordinator

I joined Marnel in June 2019, and I love being a part of such a nice team. I have lots of ideas and innovations to enhance the quality of life for those we support. Every day is different, and to understand the needs of residents, building a relationship with them and keeping in touch with their families and friends is he most essential part of the job.

Nurse Team

Nurses

Our lovely nursing team, dedicated and passionate. We called them 'little angels'.

Chris Laidler

Head Chef

Chris has been working for Barchester for 5 years now, and has been here at Marnel Lodge since it opened in 2011. Chris has just achieved his NVQ level 3 in food preparation and cookery. Chris is passionate about his job & particularly enjoys spending time with the residents here.

Keith Stokes

Head of Maintenance

I have been the Head of Maintenance at Marnel Lodge for many years and ensure that the building is maintained to the highest possible standards. I am passionate about ensuring the safety of all my care community.

Hari Mallsen & Julie Willows

Heads of Housekeeping

Hari and Julie have worked at Marnel Lodge since 2011.

Care Team

Carers

We have a large care team who are committed to delivering the highest standards of care to all our residents. As well as providing support to residents and families, they are involved in activities and trips out and are a lively bunch who love to laugh.

Christine Perry

Second Chef

Christine is our second chef at Marnel Lodge, and loves cooking classic dishes for residents at the home, including sweet and savoury desserts.

Senior Carers

Our Senior Carers are made up of Sarah Pyrah, Kerry Thomas, Lorraine Watts and Daniela Alexandru, all who are passionate about providing high quality care for those who live with us at Marnel Lodge. Always around to help, feel free to ask us any questions you may have and we'll all do our best to find the right solution.

Tracey, Chris & Kayleigh

Hairdressing & Chiropodist Team

Our Hairdressing & Chiropodist Team are always happy to help residents.

Barchy

Travel Buddy

I joined the Marnel family in May 2019. My true passion is to travel with my friends. So far, I have lots of holidays booked, but if you wish to take me somewhere special, I will not refuse. Please follow me on Instagram (barchy19) to see my recent discoveries.”

What happens now?

Are you ready to discuss your individual care requirements? Pick up the phone and talk to us, book a visit to our care home or come and take a look around our facilities.

Care enquiries

New care enquiry phone lines are open 8am - 8pm

01256 442 676

All other calls

01256 471 250

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