Meet the Highfield Care Home Team

My name is Alastair Kirk and I am the Deputy Home Manager at Highfield.  I have worked in the caring industry since leaving university in 2012. I have worked in a variety of roles, including Care, Learning and Development, Compliance, and Management.

Having completed a Teaching course at York St John University, I made the decision to begin working in a care home, where I quickly found a passion and a love for meeting new people and doing my part to help them and their loved ones live long, engaging and enjoyable lives. 

Developing from a Care role into a Training role, 4 years after starting in the care home, granted me the opportunity to instil the same passions and motivation I had developed to others, doing my part to set high standards and develop a new generation of Care staff.

From a Training role, I took my first role in care home Management and developed my own understanding of the ‘behind-the-scenes’ details of care homes.  I particularly enjoy ensuring care standards are being met, as well as compliance requirements, ensuring the highest level of care is being delivered to our residents.

I am a family man with 4 brilliant children, and an avid Blackpool Football Club and country music fan! I look forward to welcoming you to our home.

Hello. My name is Ruth Hardy and I am the Home Services Advisor here at Highfield.

I joined Barchester in February 2024 and I am so excited to have been appointed as the Home Services Advisor for Highfield Care Home. My roles previously have been focused on community work and delivering first class customer service.

Whether you are exploring the option of living in a care home short-term or on a more permanent basis, I will be very happy to help you or your loved ones navigate this often very difficult process. My role is to bring peace of mind to our residents and their families when making the move into care and ensuring they are happy and fulfilled during the next chapter of their lives.

How would I want my loved one cared for?  Highfield will bring a high standard of care and companionship to breathe life into everyday living with the wellbeing and individual needs of our residents being at the forefront of all of our minds.

I am privileged to be part of the team in this brand new home and I look forward to welcoming you for a chat, cup of tea and cake and a look around when our marketing suite opens in early March 2024.

Hello, my name is Claire and I am Highfield's Administrator.

I joined the Barchester team in March 2024 and I am looking forward to meeting all of our residents. 

I studied HR Management at Huddersfield University and have worked in administration since leaving school.

I have worked in care for over 5 years' and there's no other role like it. Such a rewarding sector to be a part of, which helps working in such a great setting. 

Barchester have won several awards for the outstanding service we provide, and rightfully so. I  cannot wait to have the pleasure of contributing to these future awards. 

I look forward to meeting you and answering any questions you may have.

Hello, my name is Judith and I am the Head Chef here at Highfield Care Home. 

Originally I am from Cheshire and trained as a Chef firstly at Crewe College. 

I have over 35 years' of catering experience in care and hospitality settings. 

I have passion for creating good, traditional food whilst adapting to modern trends where appropriate. 

I can't wait to provide outstanding meals to each residents' needs, wants and desires, presenting in a manner which is pleasing on the eye. 

Hello my name is India, I have worked in the care industry over 2 years in various roles.

I have chosen to work for Barchester because of the positive work place environment, the beautiful scenery of Highfield Care Home and the high standards of care proven throughout their many homes.

I am looking forward to working with our fantastic, supportive team and meeting all of our visitors and new residents alike.

Hi my name is Paula, I am a Senior Care Assistant at Highfield.

I have worked in care for over 12 years, and as a Senior for 8 of those years. 

I began my career in care as I love to look after people. I always want the best for them and to support them to maintain their individuality and independence.

I am looking forward to the re-opening of Highfield Care Home and meeting new residents and their families.