Meet the Crandon Springs Care Home Team

Our trained team of professionals work together to create the best possible experience for those living in the home, striving to deliver excellent care services in a warm, homely environment. You can find out more about some of our wonderful staff members  below:

Sophie Hoskins

Acting General Manager

Hello, welcome to our website. My name is Sophie and I am proud to say I am the Acting General Manager at Crandon Springs. 

I joined the team at the first opportunity as a Care Assistant in early 2021 and quickly progressed up to Senior Carer and community lead. I have since been promoted to Deputy Manager and am currently Acting General Manager for the home.

I am here to support all of our residents and relations.

Caroline McNally

Care Community Lead

I am a Care Community Lead. Compassionate committed to caring and supporting our residents. I am Proud to work at Crandon Springs.

Susan Warboys

Senior Care Assistant

Hello, my name is Susan, I am a Care Community Lead at Crandon Springs . I have a wealth of experience and moved to Crandon Springs because of the homes reputation for outstanding care.

Cate Arbeid

Admin Assistant

Hello, my name is Cate and as Admin Assistant I form part of a busy administration team at Crandon Springs. As a team we are very much the backbone of the home and I love how every day is different.

Outside of the home, I love to read, am an avid film fan and love to travel -my favourite ever holiday was to Capri! One fun fact about me is that I used to work in the film industry as a production organiser!

Karen Jackson

Administrator

Hello my name is Karen, I am the Admin Manager here at Crandon Springs.  I feel very privileged to be a part of the team and making a difference in our resident’s life.  No day is the same here, which I absolutely love!

When I'm not busy keeping the home running smoothly, I love to travel and explore new places, am a big Manchester City fan and love music.  I will often be one of the first faces that you'll see here, so I look forward to welcoming you into our wonderful home.

Emily Merchant

Activities Coordinator

Hello, my name is Emily and I’m the Activities Coordinator here at Crandon Springs.

My focus is on on creating a full and engaging life enrichment schedule for our residents ensuring their days are filled with mental and physical well-being.

I have a background in teaching and was a childminder for 10 years. I believe in intergenerational connections and regularly include opportunities for residents to interact with the younger generations.

My goal is to create a vibrant, active environment for our residents. When you stop by please do come and say Hello!

Stuart Constable

Head Chef

My name is Stuart and I am proud to say I am the Head Chef here at Crandon Springs Care Home in Wells.

I have a wealth of experience in the kitchen and look forward to bringing my passion and flare for our residents to enjoy!

We have a strong passionate team here at Crandon Springs and we are looking forward to welcoming our residents to their new home.

Peter

Maintenance Manager

I previously ran my own property maintenance company for many years and, after relocating, have joined Crandon Springs Care Home. It really is a stunning home with lovely residents and staff and I work hard to maintain its high standards, everyday.

Louise Hoskins

Head Housekeeper

Hello, my name is Louise and I am proud to introduce myself as the Head Housekeeper here at Crandon Springs Care Home.

I have worked within the hospitality industry for the last 10 years and have found a passion for housekeeping. I understand the urgency and importance of my role whilst maintaining the highest level of cleanliness and standards throughout the home.

I love my role, it gives me a real sense of satisfaction and pride. Alongside my career, I am extremely passionate about supporting and volunteering at The German Shepard Rescue Centres locally.

I look forward to welcoming you into our home.

Charlotte Compton

Administrator assistant

Hi, my name is Charlotte. I am the Admin Assistant here at Crandon Springs. I joined the busy administration team here once I returned from maternity leave, after having my beautiful daughter. Although you'll usually find me as the friendly face at reception, you may see me locally representing my local skittles team or performing at the Carnival, where I have been both a club and committee member for over 10 years. Some of our residents often remind me of the time they watched me perform whilst dressed as a pumpkin!

Tereka Nubu

Care Assistant

Tereka Nubu is a caring and dedicated care taker at Barchester Health Care Home .With a Diploma in Social Work and Social Administration, I have a deep understanding of the needs of the elderly and am committed to providing compassionate care to all individuals.

Gigi-Cristian Oprea

Care Assistant

My Name is Cristian, my wife is a Nurse. Caring is in our blood. I am a care assistant who enhances our resident’s lives, striving to be my best every day.   

Alison Hill

Care Assistant

My Name is Alison, I light up the home with my contagious smile. I am a care assistant and enjoy every day with our lovely residents and fellow colleagues.

Mia Hurst

Care Assistant

My Name is Mia Hurst, I started as a general assistant and found my passion in Caring. I love the environment I work in and proud to be part of the home. I was awarded Employee of the month.

Liza Brown

Care Assistant

Hi, my name is Liza.

I qualified as a Teaching assistant and worked within the Education sector for nearly 10 years, although I enjoyed my job I felt it was the right time for a career changed.

I have worked within the care sector for 5 years, working within the community to enable people to stay in their homes for as long as possible and now as a carer assistant in Crandon Springs.

Lorraine Girbett

Care Assistant

Hello! My name is Lorraine and I am a Care Assistant here at Crandon Springs. I am so proud to be able to say I work in such a beautiful setting with an outstanding team

Tanya Chapman

Care Assistant

Hello! My name is Tanya. I am a Care Assistant here at Crandon Springs and I am very proud to say that I have worked for Barchester for many years, having previously worked for another of our residential nursing homes before relocating to Wells. I feel so lucky to be able to say that I work in such a beautiful setting with an outstanding team. When I am not working, I enjoy walking and love to take advantage of the wonderful local countryside, smelling Lily of the Valley with it's beautiful bell-shaped white flowers.

Katherine Cork

Activities Assistant

Hello, my name is Kath and I’m the Activities Assistant here at Crandon Springs.

As part of the Activities and lifestyle enrichment team, I help in organising our daily activities, ensuring that all of our residents have a variety of activities to choose from each day. I love enriching our residents’ lives by providing meaningful and engaging activities and, having been both a teacher and care assistant in the past, have a wealth of experience behind me. You'll rarely find me without a smile and I'm very family orientated, and I love how both the residents' and colleagues Crandon Springs feel like a second family to me!

Elliott Allen

Second Chef

Hi, I am Elliot the Second Chef here at Crandon Springs in Wells.

Having worked in the hospitality sector for 15 years, I have a lot of experience. I felt immediately at home when I arrived at Crandon Springs and wanted to give everything I could to those who need it the most.

I look forward to welcoming you into our home soon.

Michael Angus MSc

Music Therapist

Hello! My name is Michael Angus and I am the Music Therapist here at Crandon Springs in Wells.

I have a masters degree in Music Therapy and I am also registered with Health and Care Professions Council.

Look forward to meeting you!

Peter Rusbridger

Volunteer

Hello, my name is Peter and I am a volunteer here at Crandon Springs!

I am a retired Vice President of a large telecommunications company and have since lived in the Caribbean for many years. I love spending time with all of our residents, we have coffee mornings together, history sessions and musical therapy!

I look forward to seeing you soon.