Our team at
Darlington Court

I have a level five in health and social care and chose to work for Care UK partly because of the terrific support offered, but also to be part of a really great team.

Although we are all here to give residents the very best care, my role as deputy manager also means I am here to support colleagues. As well as being a supportive leader, you need to be compassionate and have empathy and understanding.

It is wonderful to see the positive difference we can make to those we care for. In particular, when residents take part in activities they have chosen, you can really see the benefit on their wellbeing.

When I’m not working I love going on holiday and seeing the world. I also enjoy reading and spending time with my family and friends.

I began work as activities coordinator at Darlington Court in 2012 having always wanted to work for a large company. I believe that to be a successful activities coordinator you need to be a positive, honest and happy person and be able to put yourself in the shoes of the residents.

Working with a great team and all the wonderful residents at Darlington Court is my favourite part of the job.

In my spare time I enjoy socialising and spending time with my family. 

I was working as a Head Housekeeper in a four-star-rated hotel before I decided to join Darlington Court. I had worked in the care sector previously, and I wanted to come back as I missed the personal side of making someone’s room perfect to live in.

My role is to ensure the home is clean and safe for residents, and I love working alongside my team to make the residents’ rooms perfect. In this role, you need to be friendly, detail-orientated and a team player, as well as a leader.

When the residents can relax and enjoy a clean environment and a friendly chat with the team, I feel proud of what I do.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my dog and socialising with friends.