Barchester Magnolia Court Care Home

Hello and welcome to Magnolia Court Nursing Home. My name is Wayne Hughes and I have been working in the care industry for over 30 years. I started working in the industry whilst at University and developed a genuine passion for making a difference to the lives of people that needed our support. Over the years I have worked in a number of roles and I have had the absolute pleasure of working for Barchester Healthcare for the last 10 years. Working with the very best in the sector has given me the tools to ensure that I can continue my passion in making a difference and ensuring that our residents are treated with respect and dignity. Promoting and understanding the person centred care needs of every resident in Magnolia Court is second to none to ensure that are residents live happy and healthy lives and I will work with the team to ensure this is in place. Feel free to come in and speak with me at any time. Read less

I graduated in 2017 with a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing. Since then, I have had the opportunity to work in both hospital settings and private care, gaining valuable experience across a variety of clinical environments. These experiences have helped me develop strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, as well as a deep understanding of what it takes to deliver quality care.

My passion for nursing stems from my genuine desire to help humanity achieve optimum well-being and receive care that is safe, effective, and truly satisfactory. I believe in treating every individual with dignity, compassion, and respect, ensuring that their needs are always at the centre of the care we provide.

As the new Deputy Manager at Magnolia Court, I look forward to supporting the General Manager in all aspects of service delivery and working closely with every member of the team. My focus will be on ensuring that all service users and residents receive person-centred care in a well-led, compliant, and supportive environment, fully in line with the company’s policies and procedures.

My goal is to bring the best to the table, to lead by example, and to continue learning and growing within the organisation. I am committed to being a strong team player, promoting teamwork, positivity, and excellence in all that we do. I am truly grateful for the opportunity that Barchester has entrusted to me and look forward to contributing meaningfully to the continued success of the home. Read less

Hello, I’m Ann Fernandez.

I qualified with a BSc in Nursing in India in 2020 and, after completing my NMC requirements, began my nursing career in the UK in 2021 as a newly qualified nurse. Since then, I have progressed through a range of roles, including Unit Manager of an advanced dementia unit and Clinical Deputy Manager.

Throughout my career, I have developed a strong passion for providing compassionate, person-centred care and supporting residents to feel valued, respected and comfortable. I have always admired Barchester’s values, high standards of care and strong, dedicated teams, so I was delighted to join Magnolia Court in May 2026 as a Senior Registered Nurse.

I look forward to building meaningful relationships with residents, their families and my colleagues, and to contributing to the warm, caring and welcoming community here at Magnolia Court. Read less

Hello, My name is Flor and I am a Senior Registered General Nurse and Nutrition Champion at Magnolia Court. I started Barchester in 2012 as a student as part of the overseas nurses programme. I enjoy my role very much especially getting to know residents and their loved ones. I had a very close relationship with my grandmother and loved spending time with her. I am very happy as I now have an extended family with all my Magnolia Court grandparents. Read less

My name is Solomon Imafidon, and I am proud to be part of the Barchester Healthcare family. I joined Barchester in 2022 as a Care Assistant, and through dedication and a passion for providing high-quality care, I progressed to the role of Senior Carer. Today, I am privileged to work as a Care Practitioner, where I continue to develop my clinical skills while making a positive difference in the lives of our residents. I am the Dementia Champion for the home.

Outside of work, I enjoy cycling. I recently completed the iconic British Heart Foundation London to Brighton cycling event in 2026. I also enjoy spending time in nature, as both help me stay active, refreshed, and maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Looking ahead, my ambition is to become a Registered Nurse. I am committed to continuing my professional development, expanding my knowledge, and providing compassionate, person-centred care throughout my career. Read less

Hello, my name is Nina and I am the new Home Administrator here at Magnolia Court Care Home.

I joined Barchester in 2016, starting at Bryn Ivor Lodge in Wales. In 2021, I made the exciting move to Magnolia Court, embracing the opportunity to be part of a new community and contribute to a different home environment. This transition has allowed me to broaden my experience and deepen my commitment to providing excellent care and support.

I began my journey as a care assistant and transitioned to an admin assistant last year. From May until October 2024, I became part of the transposing team for Enable, travelling around London to assist other Barchester care homes in the region with the important transition from paper records to digital systems, which I truly enjoyed.

I am very passionate about supporting the team to ensure smooth day-to-day operations and working closely with residents and their families, ensuring their needs are met and their voices heard. My goal is to contribute positively to the care environment, fostering a welcoming and supportive atmosphere for everyone involved.

Outside of work, I love to hike, swim, and attend concerts and festivals in my spare time.

I look forward to continuing to assist and support the team, residents, and their families at Magnolia Court. Read less

Hello, my name is Sarah, and I am a Home Services Advisor.

I also work closely with our local community, building connections and helping people feel welcome at Magnolia Court. Read less

Hello, I am Jacqueline and I joined the Magnolia Court Team in November 2024 as Head Chef.

I qualified as a chef at Hammersmith college in 1999. I had a love for cooking since I was a child, my siblings and I helped our mum in the kitchen and as we grew up and took it in turns to cook to help our mum who was a nurse.

During my career as a Chef I have cooked at a number of wonderful and interesting places such the BBC, Westminster Council and The Royal ballet. I had the pleasure of cooking for Darcy Bussell, The Lord Mayors and Princess Margaret.

I love cooking as it enables me to be creative and make people happy at the same time. I was inspired by my mum and always wanted to cook with in health care. I really enjoy meeting and getting to know residents. It makes me very happy to see the delight and enjoyment my food brings to people. Read less

I've always enjoyed practical work and have had a passion for maintenance from a young age. Joining Barchester Healthcare as a Bank General Assistant gave me the opportunity to develop my skills, and over the years I've progressed into my current role as Head of Maintenance at Magnolia Court Care Home.

I'm proud to have built my career with Barchester and grateful for the training, support and opportunities I've received along the way. My priority is to make sure our residents enjoy a safe, comfortable and welcoming home, and I take great pride in maintaining an environment where both residents and colleagues can thrive. Read less

I joined Barchester in March 2020 where I enjoy getting to know our residents and I take great pride in keeping our lovely home sparkling clean!

In my spare time, I love spending time with my family and looking after my pet hamster ‘Bob’ and my tropical fish. Read less

I joined Barchester in December 2019 as an Activities assistant and in February 2022 I became the Activities Lead at Magnolia Court Care Home. I am passionate about my job, I am a people person and nothing makes me happier than putting a smile on my Residents faces. It is a joy to work with such a great team, happy to be a part of team Magnolia! Read less

I have been working in the Activities department in care homes since 2002, starting my career at Four Seasons, then joining Barchester in 2014. I was awarded a Great British Care Award in 2013 and was a finalist at the National Care Awards in the same year, as well as being a finalist in the 2014 Great British Care Awards. I have a natural love for the elderly and enjoy every single day in their company. Read less

Hello, I'm Diana and I joined Barchester in May 2021.

I'm passionate about my role and really enjoy getting to know all of our residents and their loved ones.

I love my job and being part of the Magnolia Court family and look forward to welcoming you to our beautiful home soon. Read less