Baycroft Great Baddow

Paul has been working in the health and social care sector since he was fifteen and has an incredibly wide range of experience. He has worked to help older people, those with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, children and young adults.

Paul has a wealth of service management experience under his belt. He has a real passion for, and commitment to, delivering a person-centred care package with the safety of his residents at the forefront of his mind.

“I’ve always wanted to work in this sector, actually since I was 4 years old,” said Paul. “It’s such a rewarding job and being able to help other people lead fulfilling lives is something special. A personal career highlight was when I supported a young adult in a wheelchair achieve his dream of snowboarding.

I qualified as RMN in September 2014, working in inpatient mental health services for older adults for 3 years as my first staff nurse position. Now working at Baycroft, as I wanted to move away from inpatient services and have more direct input in people’s care and be more “hands on” as well as continue my clinical skills being a nurse involves.

I have worked in care and health services for nearly 10 years since starting work as a carer at age 16. I honestly love my job and don’t see it that way, it is another home away from home - I do what I love best = care.

I am very lucky to be given this opportunity to be working in a such a lovely home and with the support of my wonderful new family here at Baycroft

Hi, my name is Fisayo (Fee-Sir-Your) Akadri. I am the new Care Manager at Baycroft Great Baddow, Chelmsford. I have been working within the care sector for the past 14 years in various roles that involves providing care support to people of diverse ages (and background) with mixed physical and mental health needs. I have been working in Baycroft Great Baddow as a Registered Nurse for the last 2 years prior to my current role.

I am delighted about this new role as it will allow me to focus on one of my main passions in care, which is the continuous provision of a good standard of care to our residents. I aim to achieve this by ensuring that families are informed and involved in the care delivery process, and their feedbacks are reflected in the quality of care received by their loved ones from our team.

Those who have met me can testify that this is what I am all about. I look forward to meeting you (if we haven't met) and doing more for the residents and the service.

Wendy Twydell

Customer Relationship Manager.

Making the decision to find care for an elderly family member or a friend is often emotional and unsettling. You need to feel confident that they will be comfortable and well cared for and my role as Customer Relationship Manager is to give you all the information and guidance you require to ensure you make an informed decision.

Working closely with families to understand their needs and the type of care they require, I will be able to offer advice on the services offered together with the facilities depending on health requirements together with financial commitments, to ensure a smooth and happy transition for all involved.

I would be delighted to welcome you for a visit and answer any questions you may have

Having worked in various hospitality and customer service sectors which include catering, IT, and travel, this is my second time working in a care home.

The skills and experiences I have gained over the years, as well as those from doing voluntary and charity work have moulded me into someone who listens and does his best to understand what people are really saying. I’ve a very supportive nature and work hard to work with others towards better outcomes for everyone. Oh, and I’m equipped with a good sense of humour! Approachable and friendly, please always be sure to say hello to me when the opportunity allows.

Hello, My name is Kathy Dale and I am the Lead for lifestyle and wellbeing at Baycroft, Great Baddow.

I have had a varied Career when I left school I worked for the Royal Mail as a typist and then became a secretary. When my children were born I even became a part-time post woman.

When the children started school, I was lucky enough to become a Teaching Assistant at their school and then moved to a school secretary there too.

However, my passion and vocation is working in the care sector – I have worked in the community as a domiciliary carer and also in Nursing homes as a carer and a senior carer. I have also been an activity coordinator too. I love working with people with dementia, trying to make life a little more special for them and 4 years ago became a Dementia Champion.

I want to put a smile on residents faces and feel so privileged and lucky to be working with the dream team at Baycroft.

Lisa has worked in the care sector for nearly 20 years. Her experience has included the provision of care for a wide range of people, starting as a Healthcare Assistant & then developing into a Senior.

Lisa then moved over to administration within the social care sector & found her hands-on experience of providing care very beneficial to her new role. Valuing integrity in the workplace led her to choose Baycroft as her preferred employer.

Lisa has 2 grown-up children, 2 granddaughters & a dog. In her spare time, she loves to spend time with them, as well as gardening, reading & the movies. She also recently learned to ski.

Hello my name is Christopher, Head Chef to this beautiful care home Baycroft in Great Baddow

I started my career straight away after leaving school in 1991, working in various prestigious establishments.

In 2001 I decided to return to college and study patisserie. I worked in a few famous establishments including Harrods, where I received 'The Chairmans Award For Excellence' during my role as head of pastry in the Georgian restaurant.

I founded my own company in 2007 that supplied high-quality desserts and gateaux across central Essex. I won the award of 'New Small Business' from the 'Mid Essex Business Awards' in 2009.

I left my patisserie in 2014 to spend more time with my 3 children. I am now with Baycroft to continue producing a standard of excellence.

Adam Broadway – Sous Chef

My love of food began at a young age, my Mother is a caterer and watching her in the kitchen inspired me.

My career began working as a Commis Chef at a Bar/Restaurant in Leigh on Sea, working my way up to Chef de Partie. It was here, the Head Chef, previously of Harvey Nichols, taught me my creative passion.

I then moved to a Golf and Country Club catering for Weddings whilst serving the bars and restaurant. Here I was lucky to work with a Head Chef formerly awarded a Red M in the Michelin Guide. He educated me to be inspired and excited by the prospect of food and its multitude of possibilities.

Baycroft allow me to be creative, I am excited to deliver restaurant standard food, using locally sourced produce, meeting with our residents to ensure their needs are always met.

My name is Lee Stacy

I joined Baycroft in 2018 as their Maintenance Manager , I love what I do, I have had over 15 years of experience working in the care sector as maintenance manager so I bring to the home plenty of enthusiasm and understanding to our residents, but most of all perfectionist in my job role helping and supporting the home as well as making the residents room their own.

Baycroft has given me the chance to work in such a beautiful home with up to date fixtures and fittings, I will do my best to make sure we keep this in pristine condition and with up to date health and safety regulations in the home.

The one constant thing during my working life is that I have always worked in environments working with and looking after people.

 I originally trained as a Cook in the Royal Navy, then worked in retail for a few years before embarking on a 22 year career in the Civil Service. I am now supposedly semi-retired since 2013 and for the last few years I have been trying to find something where I can combine both my catering training and my love of social interaction with people.

Whilst I'm employed in the Kitchen I get to spend a lot of time with our residents and their families and during this interaction my light-hearted and humorous side comes to fore. I try to balance serious conversation and stimulation with humour and for me there is no greater satisfaction than talking to people and not only hearing and listening to what they have to say but to also hear them laugh and see them smile.