Bradfield Residential Home

Rebecca has been part of Bradfield since the very beginning, when her parents founded the home in 1995. Having grown up alongside the business, she has developed a deep understanding of the values, commitment, and high standards that continue to define Bradfield today.

After completing her A-levels, Rebecca graduated from Canterbury Christ Church University with a BA/BSc (Hons) in Business Studies with Tourism and Leisure. She has also achieved the Registered Managers Award and holds an NVQ Level 4 in leadership and management in health and social care.

Rebecca is supported in her role by her husband, David, and together they are committed to maintaining the warm, family-focused atmosphere that has been at the heart of Bradfield since it first opened.

Outside of work, Rebecca enjoys reading, keeping active at the gym, and walking her two dogs. She is also a busy mum to three children, who attend local schools and enjoy a variety of extracurricular activities including rugby, music, dance, and singing. Balancing family life with her professional responsibilities, Rebecca remains passionate about providing exceptional care and ensuring Bradfield continues to feel like home for every resident.

David joined the Bradfield team in 2005 after a successful career in retail management. Together with his wife, Rebecca, he has played a key role in the continued growth and development of the home. The couple live within the grounds of Bradfield with their three children, allowing them to be closely involved in the day-to-day life of the home.

David holds the QCF Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Residential Management. Together, David and Rebecca manage the day-to-day running of Bradfield, combining their skills and experience to ensure the home provides the highest standards of care and a warm, family-focused environment. David's responsibilities include recruitment and admissions, advertising and marketing, financial management, contract management, and overseeing the maintenance and development of the building and grounds.

Over the years, David has successfully managed a number of building, refurbishment, and expansion projects, helping to modernise and improve the home while ensuring it continues to meet the changing needs of residents. One of his proudest achievements has been leading the expansion of Bradfield from 21 bedrooms to its current capacity of 33. He continues to oversee ongoing maintenance and development projects, ensuring the home remains safe, comfortable, and welcoming for both residents and staff.

Outside of work, David enjoys spending time with his family, keeping active, and taking part in watersports. He also enjoys supporting his children's sporting events and performances. During the COVID-19 lockdown, he developed a passion for koi carp and pond keeping, building his own pond at Generals Meadow, and giving unwanted fish from local ponds a new home. David and Rebecca's two friendly dogs, Tilly and Pippa, are regular visitors to the home, where they bring companionship and plenty of smiles to residents.

Nicky is Bradfield's Assistant Manager and a valued member of the management team. Working alongside Rebecca and David, she supports the day-to-day running of the home and deputises in their absence.

Her responsibilities include medication management, staff training and supervision, liaising with GPs, District Nurses, and other healthcare professionals, and supporting the care team to ensure Bradfield continues to deliver the highest standards of person-centred care.

Outside of work, Nicky enjoys spending time with her family, going to concerts and gigs, country walks, Zumba, eating out, and relaxing on hotel breaks. She also loves travelling with her husband, whose passion for Manchester United has earned the club an entire room dedicated to memorabilia in their home—although Nicky jokes she'd much rather have a gin bar and hot tub instead!

Kirsty has been a valued member of the Bradfield team since 2014. After many successful years as the home's chef, she took on a new challenge during the COVID-19 pandemic, moving into administration before becoming Bradfield's Compliance Manager.

Kirsty's role focuses on compliance, auditing, and quality assurance, ensuring records are accurate and that the home continues to meet the highest standards of safety and care. She also manages food ordering and helps keep the home running smoothly behind the scenes. Although her role has changed, Kirsty is always happy to lend a hand in the kitchen when needed, and her delicious Sunday roasts remain a firm favourite with both residents and staff.

Outside of work, Kirsty enjoys spending time with her family and making the most of the Kent countryside. She has two horses and loves hacking out, either on her own or with her daughter. She also enjoys long walks with her dog and weekends away camping with her family.

Morven joined the Bradfield team in August 2020 after relocating from France, where she worked as a Guest Services Manager for a well-known chalet company in the French Alps.

As Human Resources Manager, Morven supports the management team with recruitment, staff training, employee development, and a range of administrative and quality assurance responsibilities. Her lively personality is infectious, and she is always ready with a smile and a warm welcome for residents, relatives, visitors, and staff alike.

Morven lives locally with her husband and daughter. Outside of work, she enjoys walking her two dogs, visiting local pubs and restaurants, and spending time with family and friends.

Shelagh joined the Bradfield team in January 2021, bringing with her a wealth of knowledge and experience gained over more than four decades in health and social care. She began her career as an Auxiliary Nurse at the age of 17 and has dedicated over 40 years to supporting and caring for others.

As a Senior Care Leader, Shelagh plays an important role in supporting both residents and staff. Her experience, compassion, and approachable nature make her an invaluable member of the team, and she is always on hand to offer guidance, encouragement, or a listening ear. Her caring personality has earned her the affectionate nickname of Bradfield's own "Mother Teresa."

Outside of work, Shelagh enjoys spending as much time as possible with her ten grandchildren, whether that's walking, cycling, or simply making memories together. She also enjoys completing jigsaw puzzles and taking long walks with her much-loved, gentle Newfoundland dog.

Charlotte is a valued member of the Bradfield team and works as a Senior Night Care Assistant. Dependable, confident, and well-respected by both colleagues and residents, she leads by example and is committed to delivering the highest standards of person-centred care.

The night team plays a vital role in ensuring residents remain safe, comfortable, and well cared for throughout the night. Charlotte leads the team in providing support with personal care, administering medication, responding to any overnight concerns or emergencies, carrying out regular wellbeing checks, and ensuring residents are settled and reassured. She also helps prepare the home for the day ahead, ensuring a smooth handover to the daytime team each morning.

Outside of work, Charlotte enjoys spending time with her family and caring for her grandfather. She also loves socialising, getting dressed up for a party, and treating herself to beauty treatments. Charlotte lives locally with her husband, Ben, and their two teenage children.

Tanya has been a valued and trusted member of the Bradfield team since 2017. Known for her calm, approachable nature, she is hardworking, dependable, and always has a smile on her face.

As a Healthcare Assistant, Tanya provides high-quality, person-centred care to residents, supporting them with their daily needs while helping to create a warm, friendly, and welcoming environment within the home.

Outside of work, Tanya enjoys spending time with her rescue dog and going to rock concerts. She is a huge Foo Fighters fan and jokes that one day she hopes to marry Dave Grohl! Caring certainly runs in the family, as her daughter, Alisha, is also part of the team at Bradfield's sister home, Generals Meadow.

Trudy joined our team in 2022 and has become a valued member of our care team. As a Senior Health Care Assistant, she plays an important role in supporting residents with their daily care needs, promoting their independence, and ensuring they receive compassionate, person-centred care. She also provides guidance and support to colleagues, helping to maintain the highest standards of care throughout the home.

Living locally, Trudy is passionate about building meaningful relationships with residents and their families, always taking the time to ensure everyone feels safe, respected and valued.

Outside of work, Trudy enjoys spending quality time with her family, going out with her children, taking walks to relax and unwind, and playing darts with friends on Wednesday evenings.

Her experience, knowledge and caring nature make her a highly valued member of the team, and her dedication to delivering exceptional, person-centred care is appreciated by residents, families and colleagues alike.

Jackie, our Wellbeing Coordinator, joined the team in 2022 after relocating to Deal, Kent during the COVID-19 pandemic. Living locally with her partner and their cat, she is passionate about creating meaningful experiences that help residents stay active, connected and engaged.

She plans a wide variety of person-centred activities that reflect each resident's interests, encouraging social interaction, creativity and wellbeing while helping everyone feel valued and included.

Outside of work, she enjoys knitting, gardening and arts and crafts. She loves bringing these hobbies into the home, inspiring creative activities and making every day enjoyable for our residents. Her friendly personality, enthusiasm and genuine commitment to improving quality of life make her a valued member of our care team.