Our team at
Jubilee House

I came to the UK at the start of 2020 which was a challenging time as it was just as the pandemic began, but I wanted to work somewhere where I could make a real difference.

Becoming head chef was a big highlight for me. As I’m working in my second language, it feels great that I’ve been able to progress. In this role, you need to have good time management skills. We all work really hard to make sure everything is delivered when it should be. Working in a catering environment also means you need to be able to follow instructions and problem solve. Having good people skills helps too.

For us, it is important that every resident is treated as an individual with their own likes and dislikes. It is so rewarding when you see residents enjoy the meals we have prepared.

Outside of work, I really value my family time. I also enjoy playing tennis and experimenting in the kitchen.

Working in a care home is a great way to meet people from all walks of life. Residents, relatives and colleagues alike are very approachable and have a happy, caring and positive approach. I really appreciate how each day is different, and I love how residents can really make you smile. I’ve been working here for nearly ten years, so I must enjoy it! 

I have a degree in business administration, which has given me important skills required for my role, but it’s also necessary to possess those transferable ‘human’ traits like initiative, compassion, patience and good communication and organisational skills.  

I did my nurse training in the Philippines and then worked in a hospital before moving to the UK. When I moved to the UK I worked as a carer while I did UK nurse training. I joined the Jubilee House team nearly ten years ago; I love being part of our close knit home family and I’m very proud that, through hard work and determination, I’ve got to where I am today.

Jubilee House is a very special place. It feels like a second home to me now. The management is superb and the support Care UK provides is excellent. Our team cares so much for the residents, and also for their loved ones. Empathy is all-important: we understand how difficult it can be for family members when their loved ones go into a care home. Our team supports family members every step of the way.

In my spare time I love gardening, growing colourful plants and vegetables – nothing beats veg you’ve grown yourself and having a colourful display of plants in the summer time. 

I joined Care UK because I like the variation and that everyday is different. Being at Jubilee House is rewarding as I can see the positive difference my skills make to residents and colleagues.

An important part of what I do is dealing with emergencies so being able to keep calm in a crisis is key. As with most maintenance roles, you have to be diligent and be able to work efficiently on your own. It also helps to be organised as you have to plan a schedule to make sure jobs get done on time.

When I’m not at work, I enjoy travelling.

I joined Jubilee House having gained experience in another care home, as well as from working in luxury hotel settings.

As Head Housekeeper, it is essential to have good leadership skills and a willingness to lead by example. You feel good seeing the results of your hard work, achieving results, and turning this home into a homely environment.

Each day I enjoy helping residents and staff in the home. It brings me joy to have conversations and interactions with residents whilst I’m doing my job.