Hi, my name is Sarah, and I am Deputy Home Manager, previously part of the senior care team here at Woodhorn Park. I commenced my career as a Care Assistant in 2001 and progressed to becoming a Senior Carer 6 in 2021.

I gained my NVQ Level 2 & 3 in qualifications during this time, in addition to a dementia and person-centred care qualification. I enjoy all aspects of my job role, especially leading a team in the delivery of high quality, person-centred care, ensuring we make a difference in an individual's life.

Hello, my name is Emma Saunders and I am proud to be the Administrator here at Woodhorn Park.

Previously, I worked as a commercial manager for Sainsbury's, prior to transferring to administration, as I enjoy working alongside people. I have achieved an NVQ Level 3 in Business Administration and NVQ Level 5 in Management and Team Leading.

Hello, my name is Jeanette, and I am proud to say that I have been a part of the team since 2001 as a Team Leader. I commenced my career at Woodhorn Park as a Senior Care Assistant and Activities Coordinator, eventually progressing to the role of Team Leader.

I am passionate regarding high standards of the care and resident well-being. I enjoy seeing the transformation of an individual due to companionship and feeling valued. I lead the team by example and support new members of the team.

We all know that keeping active is important. We have created a wonderful culture within the home and we work together to give residents the best possible experience. We are here to ensure that residents enjoy an environment that is both stimulating and socially active. We ensure the team knows each residents' preferences, so that we can deliver a person-centered program of events and activities. Essential to our homely feel is the strong relationships of trust we build with residents and their families and friends. The home also has its very own minibus for our numerous outings for coffee and shopping, which residents love.

I joined Barchester Healthcare in June 2008 as a Care Assistant. I thoroughly enjoyed looking after the Residents and spending time chatting to them and doing daily activities.

I later gained my NVQ’s and BTech Level 2 in Dementia Care and in 2009, I completed my medication course and was promoted to Senior Carer.  With this newly promoted role, I gained a lot of knowledge on Care Planning and other daily activities that helps me look after the Residents on a daily basis.  I continue to enjoy my job and enjoy any training that helps with my continued development that enhances the delivery of great Quality of Care to my Residents within the Home.

Hi, My name is David and I am delighted to be part of the Woodhorn Park team as Head Chef. I am passionate regarding the delivery of high quality catering and dining experience for all our Residents. I have had a number of years in the catering sector and keen to work hands on alongside team members and develop menus listening to what our Residents would like to eat and enjoy and offering choices for them.

My name is Cheryl and I am the Head Housekeeper here at Woodhorn Park – and I have enjoyed my role since 2012.

I take great pride in maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout our home. I strive to maintain Individual resident abilities and support those who wish to continue to take an active part in household duties, such as setting the tables, dusting and putting their laundry away. I want their home to be a ‘home from home’ and I am very proud to be a part of their daily lives.

Hello, my name is Bob and I am the Head of Maintenance at Woodhorn Park – a post that I have held since 2006.

I have achieved qualifications in plumbing, electrical systems, painting & decorating and joinery, in addition to a Barchester NVQ qualification.

In my spare time, I am a Class 2 Chef in the Army Reserves, so when I am not at work, you can find me cooking up a meal in the middle of a field for a small army of hungry people

Hi, My name is Lynsey and I am happy to be a new member of the senior care team at Woodhorn Park.

I have been working in care since leaving school in 2002. I have experience working in various healthcare environments within a senior care role. I have also worked within the care sector in Kentucky and Ohio while I lived in the USA.

I have a GNVQ in Health and social care and also gained my NVQ level 3 in health and social care. I enjoy working in the care sector as I get great job satisfaction from helping individuals maintain an independent lifestyle and provide care that is of a high standard and person centred to suit their needs.