Bluebird Care Ashford

I have been with Bluebird Care for a total of 7 years, starting my journey as a Care Assistant in Guildford, Surrey. I was then promoted to the role of Customer Support Assistant within the office, and from there, I continued to grow and develop, ultimately advancing to the position of Care Manager at Bluebird Care, Ashford.

Care has always been a passion of mine, and I genuinely enjoy going to work every day, knowing that I’m making someone’s day a little easier—whether it’s supporting our staff, caring for customers, or assisting their families. Since starting at the age of 18, I have achieved far more than I ever imagined. I’ve completed specialist training in palliative care, oxygen training with Dolby, and gained valuable experience that allows me to confidently lead our team in providing high-quality care.

"I’m proud to be part of a service that is well-equipped to meet the diverse care needs of the Ashford, Kent community."

With over 25 years of experience in the care sector, my journey began at the age of 15 when I worked as a cleaner in a care home. Over the course of 21 years, I progressed to the role of Care Expert and then Senior Care Expert, completing my NVQ Levels 2 and 3 along the way. During this time, I gained extensive experience working with individuals living with dementia.

After leaving the care home, I worked in two other care settings before transitioning to a private ambulance company, where I completed my FREC3 training. I joined Bluebird Care just over a year ago, initially as a Care Expert before applying for the position of Customer Supervisor.

Outside of work, I am a proud mother of three and enjoy spending quality time with family and friends. I love going for walks in parks or by the beach, appreciating the outdoors during my downtime.

"In my current role, I take great satisfaction in visiting customers for reviews and assessments, ensuring we provide the best possible care."

With over 10 years of experience in Health and Social Care, I began my career as a Carer and have since progressed to the role of Supervisor. Currently, I serve as the Coordinator and Trainer at Bluebird Care Ashford, where I take pride in recruiting new staff, conducting supervisions, spot checks, end-of-probation reviews, appraisals, and handling any incidents as part of the on-call team.

My qualifications include 'Train the Trainer' and a Level 5 in Management and Leadership, and I recently became a Dementia Friend. I'm always eager to expand my knowledge and skill set to better serve our team and clients.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending quality time with my family and two dogs, going on holidays, shopping, and having fun evenings out with friends.

I am deeply passionate about training and mentoring new staff members, helping them grow and succeed as care experts within the company.

I am thrilled to have recently joined the Bluebird Care Ashford team! I’ve returned to the care field, which holds a special place in my heart as it was my first full-time job many years ago. With this prior experience, I’m excited to reconnect with the community and make a positive impact.

I love meeting new people and hearing about their lives and experiences - I'm a great listener and enjoy the fascinating stories that others share. My role here is dynamic; I spend my time visiting our current clients, providing office support, and engaging in local marketing initiatives. This variety allows me to experience the best of both worlds.

"I am passionate about spreading the word about the help and support we can offer at Bluebird Care Ashford."