Meet the team

I qualified in 1977 as a general and mental health nurse in South Africa. I then went on to working in an A & E department and a TB Clinic. After taking time away to raise a family I returned to nursing by training as a Community Health Nurse and worked as a Community Psychiatric Nurse for 5 years managing 5 clinics in the area. I moved to the UK in 2004 and started working immediately for Barchester Healthcare at Overslade House where I also qualified as an NVQ assessor. I love working with people and helping them. I like the atmosphere at Overslade House, it is such a happy place to work as we all work as a team and this reflects on our residents. I appreciate the fact that the Company supports its staff to deliver a high standard of care. Out of work I like all kinds of hand crafts, travelling and visiting my grand child in South Africa.

I qualified as a Registered Nurse in 2010 in Bulgaria with a BsN degree. I worked within an intensive care cardiac unit for 3 years at a general hospital in Bulgaria. I then moved to the UK in 2014 to work for Barchester Healthcare at Overslade House as a Registered Nurse. I especially enjoy working on the Memory Lane Unit of which I find very rewarding and challenging. In my spare time I enjoy outdoor activities and keeping fit.

I qualified as a nurse in 2015 in Italy and worked as a nurse in a nursing home in Pedemonte, Italy. In December 2015 I moved to the UK and joined Barchester Healthcare at Overslade House as a Carer. In February I became registered with the NMC and was able to work as a nurse at Overslade House. I work on the William Webb Ellis Suite where I find the work challenging, satisfying and enjoyable. I enjoy coming to work to spend time with the residents and the staff of which are one big happy family. I spend my time away from work taking long walks with my friends and enjoying a chat and a coffee with them, I also enjoy discovering new places in England and spending time at the gym.

I joined the team at Overslade House in 2010 as an Admin Assistant and has since then progressed to the role of Administrator. Previously, I have worked for CEGELEC and Jaguar Company Vehicles. My role is to ensure that the day-to-day administration of the home is kept up to date. If you have any questions regarding the home and funding then I am always happy to help.

In 2016, I was named as a Divisional Winner for Home Administration Champion in the Barchester Care Awards. Which is something I am immensely proud of, I also managed to complete my Level 3 Diploma in Administration and Business Studies. In my spare time I enjoy listening to live music, so much so that I manage a popular Rugby based punk rock band. 

Marcin joined the team at Overslade House in 2015 as Head Chef. Previously he worked for the NHS, where he gained vast experience catering for various needs. Marcin has worked as a chef for 12 years in various kitchens, from small restaurants to large hotel chains, and he and his team offer an extensive and varied menu catering for all residents' needs. Marcin finds great enjoyment working at Overslade House and is always prepared for any special requests.

In his own time, Marcin enjoys visiting the gym and spending time with his young family.

I joined the team at Overslade House in 1996 and I am responsible for managing both the housekeeping and laundry teams. Under my supervision and expert eye for detail, Overslade House is kept clean, tidy and presentable at all times and a prompt laundry service is delivered. When I am not at work I spend a lot of time with my family and I also enjoy travelling.