Meet the Westvale House Care Home Team

Our staff are what hold the home together. Each one of these team members are dedicated to providing high quality care and services to those we support, and ensuring that residents enjoy all aspects of life at our home. See below to meet some of our friendly faces:

Jackie Bray

General Manager

Hi, my name is Jackie, and I am the General Manager here at Westvale House Care Home. Welcome to our website!

Thank you for taking the time to look further into what Westvale House has to offer to you or your loved one. Here is an opportunity to look at some of our staff team in the home, who all play a vital role in day-to-day life. I have worked for the healthcare sector for many years and bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the home.

Quality of care that all my residents receive is my passion and I aim to ensure that all the residents in my care receive the best and most person centred care possible.

If you are looking for care for yourself or a loved one, please do get in touch and I look forward to welcoming you to our home, you’re always welcome!

Clement Asiedu

Nurse

Hi, I'm Clement and I'm a Nurse here at Westvale House. I started here as a Care Home Assistant Practitioner in September 2022, and have since qualified and worked my way up to Nurse.

My role is to ensure all of our residents feel safe, secure and loved and that their families feel content in the knowledge their loved ones are being well cared for. As a team, we ensure we maintain a professional, relaxed and friendly environment, and we work hard to promote a homely atmosphere. I love working at Westvale House.

Maria Neculai

Registered General Nurse

My name is Maria and I've been a Nurse here at Westvale since 2016. Being a nurse is a profession that never stops giving and everyday is different. Since I've been here for a number of years, I know the residents well and am able to care for them like they are family. I am proud to be a member of the Nurse team at Westvale.

Denise Henry

Administrator

Hi, my name is Denise and I joined Westvale House as Home Administrator in August 2023. 

It is my role to support the General Manager by maintaining the administration and financial systems within the home. I enjoy working as part of a company that values and is dedicated to its residents and their care. Every day is different from the last, and there's always something to look forward to.

Joanne Sherwood

Activities Coordinator

Hi, I'm Joanne and I'm the Activities Co-ordinator at Westvale House! I joined the team in December 2023 and absolutely love my role. Getting to spend time with our residents every day and getting to know each of them more and more, is such a privilege.

I get to create and tailor our activities to the preferences of each individual resident, making sure they're all doing things they'll absolutely love, and that brings me and the rest of the team so much joy. Making each of their days special is what I believe my job is all about.

Lesley Hardy

Head Chef

Hi, my name is Lesley and I'm Head Chef here at Westvale House. I started working here in 2023, and absolutely love my job. My passion is cooking and baking, and trying new ideas so I love that I get to explore and create new menus. Every day is different, and exploring the likes and wants of residents' food choices makes it so exciting. There's not a request we haven't had!

Outside of work, I love to walk my dog Cooper, who is just a year old Boxer. I also like to read, going to darts and rugby tournaments, and visiting my children and grandchildren who live over in Ireland.

Barry Hindley

Head of Maintenance

Hi, I'm Barry and I'm Head of Maintenance at Westvale House. I joined the team in 2019 as a Kitchen Assistant, and in November 2023 moved over to Head of Maintenance as this is where my passion is. I love being a helping hand in every corner of the home, and I'm always around for team to rely on.

Most of all I love the interaction and variety my role provides, and I feel privileged to be able to make a difference in people’s lives by ensuring their home is maintained and presented to a high standard.

Pam Gannon

Head of Housekeeping

Hi, I'm Pam and I am Head Housekeeper here at Westvale House. I have worked at Westvale for a number of years and then took the position as Head Housekeeper in 2021. Me and my team strive to keep the home looking its best, and ensure residents' rooms are always clean and tidy. I work hard to make sure our home always meets Barchester's high standards and create a warm and friendly atmosphere for residents, families, team and visitors.

Outside of work I love spending time with my two horses and enjoying downtime with my family.

Dale Raby

Admin Assistant

My name is Dale and I've been Admin Assistant at Westvale House since 2021. 

A big part of my role is supporting colleagues and staff members daily, and especially so when meeting & greeting residents' families and friends, and visiting health care professionals.

Being a member of the wonderful staff team at Westvale House is something I am proud of, and I will always be here with a warm welcome and happy to assist with any enquiries you may have.

Joy Jovinal

Senior Care Assistant

Hello, my name is Joy Jovinal, and I am a senior care assistant on the ground floor here at Westvale House.

I have worked here at Westvale house for the past 19 years and I have seen many changes but what always remains the same is the level of high stranded care which we deliver as a home to all our residents and the friendliness of the staff. I am really honoured to work here at Westvale house for Barchester health care and look forward to welcoming you to our home.

Outside work I enjoy shopping and dining out with friends and family and always ready for a sing-a-long at the karaoke.

Robyn Wightman

Carer

Hello, my name is Robyn Wightman, and I am a carer on the ground floor here at Westvale house.

I have worked here for 16 years as a care assistant and hold my leave 2 in health and social care.   Every day is different and I really enjoy working here. I take time to get to know each resident personally and that’s what makes this home great.

Outside work I love spending time with my family and trying my hand at different art projects.