Our team at
Invicta Court

I was drawn to Care UK as it is a renowned care provider delivering high standards of care. I have been a registered nurse for 24 years and have worked in nursing homes for over 10 years. I was delighted to bring my skills to a new setting.

Being the homes Deputy Manager requires compassion and good organisation, from someone who is hardworking, kind, and passionate about providing excellent care. The most important part of the role is supporting the team to ensure that our residents receive the care they deserve.

I look forward to daily interactions with our residents, seeing them enjoy the many activities the home has to offer. I am incredibly proud to be part of such an exceptional team.

Before joining the Invicta Court team in 2019, I was a Business Administrator in another local care home. I’ve also spent many years working in marketing. I love working in the care sector, and Care UK has a great reputation for its forward-thinking approach to care. When I saw this opportunity, I was keen to get involved – it’s exciting to be part of a team that’s built a home from scratch.

Seeing residents laughing and enjoying their day gives me a huge buzz. We offer fantastic activities and social events for people to enjoy. Deciding to move a loved one into care is very difficult for families. Being able to guide families through that journey and make the transition easier is vitally important and very rewarding.

Outside of work, I have twin boys who keep me on my toes. I also enjoy reading, eating out and travelling the world. I’m probably happiest, though, simply being outside in the sunshine – when we get some!

I have worked for Care UK for the last 10 years in various roles and homes, my last role being that of a Deputy Manager.

I had previously worked for the NHS when a friend of mine, who was working as a carer within a Care UK home, suggested I may enjoy working for them. I had never worked within a care home before. I decided I would give it a try. Working for Care UK has certainly dispelled myths about care homes for me.

As Clinical Lead, I feel I have found a role which gives me a perfect work/life balance. Each day I like being able to be one of the first people to wish the residents ‘good morning’ and they often say it’s nice to see a smiley face. In this job role it is essential to be helpful, approachable and supportive to others.

The feeling I have made a difference makes me immensely proud each day.

I was delighted to join Invicta Court, as I had already worked with some of my colleagues here and was aware of Care UK as a well-established company with a good reputation.

As Lifestyle Lead it is important to be effective at planning while taking into account residents wellbeing, both physical and emotional, their needs, abilities, and interests. I believe that to work well in the role, you need to be hardworking, reliable, imaginative, and conscientious. You also need to be able to adapt quickly in any given situation. Have a caring and understanding nature and an ability to plan in advance. 

I enjoy spending time with the residents living at Invicta Court. I spend time each day getting to know them and tailoring activities to suit their individual interests and needs. Alongside the Lifestyle team, we have worked to introduce new activities and increase the number of activities in the lifestyle plan.

It brings me pride to see the activities, both small and big, through from planning to delivery and witnessing the positive impact this has on the residents. 

I first joined Care UK as I was aware of their reputation as one of the UK’s leading care providers. I have a background in hospitality, previously working in London hotels.

As Head Chef you need to be able to demonstrate strong leadership, excellent culinary skills, organisational prowess, adaptability and a keen eye for detail.

It’s my role as team leader to be constantly guiding and inspiring the kitchen team, ensuring smooth operation and creating a memorable dining experience for the residents.

My favourite moment of each day is when I craft a delicious dish and see it come to life in the kitchen and enjoyed by the residents. It brings me immense pride to be leading a happy team, maintaining high standards and achieving consistency in quality.

I first joined Invicta Court because I wanted to expand and utilise my skills and experience while broadening my career options. Moving to Care UK has been a great experience for me. I feel like a valued member of the team.

My role as Business Administrator requires efficiency, a high level of organisation, being able to multi-task, and a high level of attention to detail.

I enjoy my whole day at Invicta Court, meeting and getting to know residents and families. No two days are the same within the day, which I love.

I enjoy working with a great team of people who all have the same vision and provide an excellent level of care for residents.

I worked for a number of years in the building trade, which gave me the practical skills needed for the role. I joined Care UK when Invicta Court was first opening. I liked the idea of working in a new build, thereby helping to develop the home and see it grow. I had also heard good feedback about Care UK as an employer.

In 2023, I was lucky enough to win the Care UK maintenance person of the year award. It was nice to know that people had recognized my efforts to go that extra mile and taken the trouble to nominate me.

Working within in the home, you need to be extremely flexible and have excellent time management and people skills. You need to be able to adapt and prioritise tasks, depending on the needs of the residents, the home, your colleagues, and contractors.

My interaction with residents can often turn a somewhat ‘flat’ day into something special. Being able to listen and take an interest in their memories, both happy and sad, will always help to make my day more rewarding.