Meet the Ouse View Care Home Team

From senior care staff and carers to chefs and housekeepers, staff in our home will be here to deliver high quality care and services to those we support. Check below to meet some of the friendly faces you are likely to see when visiting our home:

Rebekka Richardson

General Manager

Hi, my name is Bekky, and I am the General Manager here at Ouse View. Welcome to our website!

Thank you for taking the time to look further into what Ouse View has to offer to you or your loved one. Here is an opportunity to look at some of our staff team in the home, who all play a vital role in day-to-day life.

I am responsible for running this beautiful, purpose-built home and my passion is to provide an outstanding service for those that we support in a warm and pleasant environment.

I have worked for Barchester for over 6 years and was previously the Home Administrator for 2 years before being appointed to the role of General Manager at a sister home in March 2020.  I moved to Ouse View in January 2022 and I am looking forward to working with the fabulous team here at the home and building great relationships in the local community.

 

Sue Phillips

Deputy Manager

Hello. My name is Sue, I was Unit Manager at the home before being appointed Deputy Home Manager in May 2024.

I have been working in the care sector fsince 2010.

I have gained a vast amount of experience, knowledge and skills which I am able to put into practice at Ouse View. I am very passionate about person-centred care, and strive to consistently deliver the very highest standards of care.

Louise Thompson

Administration Manager

My name is Louise and I am the Administration Manager at Ouse View.

I joined Barchester Healthcare in 2019 and I have over 13 years of administration experience specifically within the residential care sector.

I love working in a care home setting, and prior to taking up this role at Ouse View, I was the Administrator at another wonderful Barchester home, Lindum House in Beverley.

Rachael

Activities Coordinator

We all know that keeping active is important. We have created a wonderful culture within the home and we work together to give residents the best possible experience. We are here to ensure that residents enjoy an environment that is both stimulating and socially active.

We ensure the team knows each residents' preferences, so that we can deliver a person-centered program of events and activities.

Essential to our homely feel is the strong relationships of trust we build with residents and their families and friends. The home also has its very own minibus for our numerous outings for coffee and shopping, which residents love. We also enjoy our regular clubs, virtual events and varied life enrichment programme.

Ian Snedden

Head Chef

Hello, my name is Ian, I am the Head Chef here at Ouse View.

I have over 40 years of cooking experience in 4 and 5 star hotels and have passion for teaching and creating classical and modern food whilst adapting to new trends. 

I joined Barchester Healthcare in July 2023 to be able to provide outstanding meals which are presented beautifully, tailored to each residents needs, wants and desires. 

I am a keen forager and preserve maker and thrive from new challenges. 

Kev Field

Maintenance Manager

Hello. My name is Kev and I am the Maintenance Manager at Ouse View.

Before moving into the healthcare sector, my background was in the military and construction/maintenance sectors in both the UK and Australia, and this involved refurbishment works through to major construction projects. The healthcare sector is without doubt the most rewarding and compassionate sector I’ve worked in though, and I am looking forward to supporting staff and residents at Ouse View for many enjoyable years to come.

Christine Lee

Head Housekeeper

Hi. My name is Christine and I have been working in the care sector for more than 30 years.

During that time, I have gained a vast amount of experience, knowledge and skills which I am able to put into practice at Ouse View. I am very passionate about person-centred care, and strive to consistently deliver the very highest standard of cleanliness in the home. 

Els Brown

Receptionist

Hello. My name is Els and I really enjoy working here at Ouse View as a Receptionist and administration assistant. I began working here at Ouse View in 2022 and I have previously worked for a leading retailer as a Customer Experience and Team Leader.

Providing excellent customer service is something I thrive on, going above and beyond for relatives and their families. There is no task too big or too small, I am here and happy to help and way I can.

Iain Anderson

Hello. My name is Iain, I am a Senior Carer here at Ouse View.

I have been working in the care sector for 27 years.

I am very happy to be working at Ouse View, my passion is providing support for all the team and residents we look after. I have a great personality and enjoy talking with the residents.

Paula Ward

Hello. My name is Paula, I am a Senior Carer here at Ouse View.

I really enjoy living and working in York, with over 30 years’ experience working in the care industry. This home is a wonderful place to work, it is a close nit family of staff and residents.

Cathryn French

Hello. My name is Cathryn, I am a Care Assistant here at Ouse View.

I have a great sense of warmth and will go the extra mile for each resident, a smile goes along way. Here to support the residents each day, even if that means just making an extra cup of tea and spending quality time together.

Kath Calpin

Care Assistant

Hello. My name is Kath, I am a Care Assistant here at Ouse View.

I have worked at Ouse view for many years and love my job, I enjoy working with our memory lane residents. I am always here to support the staff and residents.

Kalyani Patel

Care Assistant

Hello. My name is Kalyani, I am a Care Assistant here at Ouse View.

I enjoy supporting the residents each day, with whatever they need. Our aim is to provide personalised care for each resident, adapting to their needs. 

Katy Watkin

Hello. My name is Katy, I am a Housekeeping Assistant here at Ouse View.

I enjoy working at Ouse View, I help keep the home clean and fresh for our residents, this includes the communal areas, bedrooms and dining areas, and most days you can find me in the laundry ironing and folding our fresh fluffy towels and bedding.

Christine Todd

Hello. My name is Christine, I am a hairdresser for Barchester and come into the home here at Ouse View.

I enjoy helping residents feel and look their best, the home is a beautiful place to work, I come here once a week usually on a Wednesday.