Meet the Orchard House Care Home Team

I am an experienced Deputy Manager/Clinical Lead who has worked as part of the Barchester family for many years. I have worked as a Deputy Manager in a fellow Barchester home, a Registered Nurse and prior to undertaking my nursing degree, I enjoyed working as a Healthcare assistant here at Orchard House. I have recently obtained my Associate Fellowship in Higher Education due to my work within teaching leadership and management skills in nurse education. It is lovely to be back and I am really excited to be working with our wonderful team and residents at Orchard House. Please come and say Hello, I am really looking forward to meeting you all!!

Hello, my name is Chris Brien, I'm a Care Practitioner and I am the Memory Lane Community Manager. 

Hello, I'm Helen, and the Head of Bluebell Community here at Orchard House.

Hi, My name is Becky, I am the Head of Valentine Community. I have worked at Orchard House for nearly 10 years. I’ve been a nurse for 29 years and previously worked in the hospital. I saw an advert on the fencing of Orchard House stating they were recruiting nurses and thought I need a change so I will pop in and look around. Next thing I know I am working here at Orchard House and never looked back. Having never worked in a Nursing Home before I wasn’t sure how I was going to get on, but I must be doing ok as I’m still here and still love it.

I joined Orchard House in November 2019. This has been a new venture for me, having spent most of my career within childcare and education settings.

I work on reception and support the administration processes within the home. I really enjoy working at Orchard House and love my new role and the opportunities this gives me for being with the residents and their families.

Everyday, I find something new to learn and look forward to continue to develop my knowledge and skills further.

In my spare time I love to keep fit and enjoy walking, running and swimming. I enjoy dance and have taken part in several local carnivals on the Island within a samba dance group.

Hello My name is Kelly, I am the Head Of Senior Care at Orchard House. I started my career in care over 12 years ago instantly fell in love with supporting people to live enriched lives. I am passionate about delivering high quality person centered care as well as empowering people to use life skills to encourage and promote independence. I pride myself on attention to detail in very aspect of care I deliver.

I was the Manager of BHS in Newport.

I moved to the care sector around 15 years ago and have been an Administrator and Book Keeper.

I have 5 children and lots of grandchildren with some on the way!

Hello, I’m Katie Schlepp, and my job as the Head of Lifestyle is more than a career; it’s my passion. Every day, I have the pleasure of enhancing lives and creating moments of joy for our residents. It’s a privilege to be a part of this community where we celebrate life in all its richness, from organizing engaging activities to fostering connections and ensuring our residents well-being, I’m dedicated to making every day extraordinary. Our residents happiness and comfort are what drive me, and I’m committed to ensuring that your time at Orchard House is nothing short of wonderful.

Hi, I’m Lewis Pavey, I’m the activity assistant at Orchard House. I Moved to Island with my family from south Wales about 8 years ago. My work experience has been in education and care. I’ve always had a passion for activities. In my spare time I do a little amateur dramatics and I have been apart of several productions and events across the Island.

Lee was born on the Island but spent 20 years in the Merchant Navy travelling around the world.

Lee joined at the young age of 16 years as a ‘pot washer’. He worked his way up to ships cook and gained his chefs qualification as part of the Merchant Navy Training scheme, which equates to degree level!

Whilst on ‘manoeuvres’ Lee was part of the crew of the QE2 sailing around the world taking in the Americas, Egypt, Australia and Asia.

After Lee came out of the Navy, he came back to the Island, but sticking near to all things maritime has worked at 6 different Yatch Clubs, including:

Seaview, Royal Island, Royal London, Royal Ocean and Brading.

Hi, I’m Carol King, I am the Hospitality Service Manager at the Orchard House. I have worked here since 2006 and enjoy running the housekeeping and laundry team. I also support the chefs and the kitchen team. I enjoy all the hustle and bustle which comes daily at the Orchard. My hobbies are walking, cooking and a read of a good book.

I am Elyse Rose, thrilled to introduce myself as the Speak Up Champion at Barchester Orchard House Care Home. My mission is to empower and support all our incredible workers to voice their thoughts and concerns, even when other avenues seem unavailable.

A harmonious workplace is built on open communication, and together, we can make Orchard House an even better place to work and care for our residents.