Our team at
Weald Heights

I have a nursing degree and have worked in the UK’s care sector since 2009. I started out as a care assistant and I’m proud of the fact that, eight years later, I’m a deputy manager in a fantastic care home. I love seeing the work I do making a difference to people’s lives – it’s very rewarding. It’s always a good feeling going home knowing that I’ve done my best.

Weald Heights is a beautiful home, and we have a great team of people looking after lovely residents. While I’m just starting out at the home, I’m looking forward to being part of its success.

I decided to join Care UK as I find the care industry a rewarding place to work and was delighted to see Weald Heights being built in my local community. I felt that I had local knowledge of the area and the experience necessary to form part of a valued team.

Prior to my role at Care UK, I worked in Human Resources Management and then worked as an Activities Coordinator, and In House training for other care homes. In my role as customer relations manager you need to be versatile, empathetic, caring and ensure that you can meet the individual needs of the resident and their relatives.

My favourite part of the working day is seeing the residents enjoy their new home, whether it is taking part in an activity, talking to care team, or by being involved with things around the home but most of all to see them smile and laugh. I enjoy meeting prospective residents and their families and showing them our beautiful home.  It is lovely to see them on their first day and introduce them to all the team that make Weald Heights a very happy and special place to work.

My biggest career highlight is seeing residents gain confidence, improve their wellbeing and maintain their independence in a safe and welcoming environment.

I have been a nurse for over 9 years, and prior to starting at Weald Heights, I worked on various surgical wards.

I had some prior experience working in care homes, having done so before qualifying as a nurse. I thought it would be interesting to try to combine my skills and take on a nursing role within a care home.

To be a successful Clinical Lead I think you need to have very good medical knowledge and skills, be very well organised and be able to work well in a team.

I’ve always enjoyed being able to support others in developing their knowledge and skills and helping them improve the care they give. I enjoy working with such a friendly team and getting to know the residents. Supporting the team to provide high-quality care to residents is the most important part of my job.

I am an experienced activity coordinator with 12 years’ experience and am thrilled to be working for Care UK as their Lifestyle Lead at Weald Heights. Care UK puts so much emphasis on providing fulfilling activities for residents, as part of the care we provide – it is an inspiring approach.

I love being with people and I am happiest just being with the residents, enjoying the activity we are doing. I am really enjoying supporting all our residents to get the most out of every day and I am looking forward to doing more of the same

I joined Care UK as it was a good opportunity to combine my catering skills with a career that makes a difference to people's lives. I was previously second chef at Weald Heights and embraced the challenge of stepping up and being Head Chef.

Taking on the Head Chef role, it is not only important to have very good technical skills, it is essential to have good leadership skills and the ability to organise time and workload. It makes me proud that we can create menus that bring joy and improve the residents' quality of life with our food.

As Head Chef, it’s my responsibility to ensure all dietary requirements are met, as well as meeting hygiene and safety standards in the kitchen. Whilst also providing high quality food for all.

My favourite part of every day is interacting with the residents. It is incredibly rewarding getting to know each individual, and residents always show plenty of appreciation for the food and work we put in!

I’ve been working as a housekeeper for seven years and through sheer dedication to the role I’ve worked my way up, until, five years ago, I had the opportunity to run my own department.

I pride myself on being very organised, making sure that my team and I are always on top of everything we need to do each day. Working at Weald Heights is a fresh and exciting challenge, and I’m looking forward to learning more and going above and beyond for the residents, my colleagues and the home as a whole.

Hi everyone. I joined Weald Heights by popular demand, when a number of residents said they'd love to have a dog around the place. My mum, whose owner works at Weald Heights, had me and my brothers and sisters soon after.

I was naturally the cutest of the bunch so it only took Maria, the Home Manager, to see a picture of me to know that I'd be a perfect companion for the residents, and a natural asset to the home.

I've settled into care home life very well. There's always a lap to sit on, someone to make a fuss of me, and a treat to enjoy. As I relax and get used to everyone, I'm also letting people see my more mischievous side. I like to keep everyone on their toes!

I waited for four years for a role to open up at Weald Heights– I used to pass it every day and hope that I could find a perfect role at Care UK! I wanted to work for an employer that invests in its people, where I’d be seen as a person and not just a number on the payroll. This is why Care UK is different.

When you love what you’re doing, it doesn’t feel like you’re working. The time goes so quickly, and you end up looking forward to the day ahead.

There are so many parts of my job that I love, from the gratitude from my colleagues when I help them, to seeing someone progressing in their career with us and knowing I had a part in it.

I look forward to continuing to see the smiles from residents that greet me in the morning, to hear their stories and laughter and experience the friendliness of my colleagues.

In the time I have for myself, I’m learning to play the guitar. Learning my favourite rock songs is so relaxing!