Temple Ewell Nursing Home

Mitesh serves as the Director and Nominated Individual for the entire Crownwood Healthcare Group, leading with a clear vision to continuously move care forward across all Homes within the organisation. His focus is rooted in delivering truly person centered care,care that is not only high in quality but also authentic, compassionate, and responsive to each individual’s needs. Driven by a genuine passion for improving the lived experience of every resident, Mitesh champions an approach that helps people maintain as normal and fulfilling a life as possible, regardless of their health challenges. He believes in empowering residents, respecting their choices, and creating environments where dignity, independence, and well being come first. To ensure this ethos is consistently woven into every aspect of Crownwood’s services, Mitesh works closely with the Director of Care Services, the Head of Services, and all Registered Managers. Together, they uphold rigorous standards, strengthen compliance, and drive ongoing improvement,ensuring that every Home within the Group reflects the highest levels of safety, professionalism, and heartfelt care.

The Crownwood Healthcare Group is guided by the expertise and compassion of our Director of Care Services, Gillian Burnham, who has been an integral part of our organisation since 2015. A First Level Registered Nurse with more than 20 years of dedicated experience in care home management, Gill brings not only exceptional clinical knowledge but also a deep, genuine love for delivering high-quality nursing care.Throughout her career, Gill has managed both local and national services, consistently upholding and exceeding CQC regulatory standards. She is well-known for cultivating strong relationships with local healthcare partners, residents’ families, and wider multi-disciplinary teams,relationships built on trust, respect, and a shared commitment to excellent care. Gill also holds a City and Guilds Registered Manager’s Award and is proactive in staying informed of the latest local and national care initiatives. Her forward-thinking approach ensures that our homes remain at the forefront of best practice, innovation, and person centered care. Above all, Gill’s passion for nursing is at the heart of everything she does. Her warmth, mentorship, and unwavering dedication set the tone for our care culture and help ensure every resident is treated with dignity, compassion and genuine kindness.

Appointed Head of Services in September 2025, Pete Bowley is a key member of the Senior Management Team at Crownwood Healthcare Group. Working closely with Gill and Mitesh, Pete plays a central role in shaping how services are delivered across the organisation, supporting seamless operations, championing best practice, and driving continuous improvement in every home and service line. Pete’s journey with Crownwood began in 2015, following his earlier years at Temple Ewell Nursing Home starting in 2010. From his first role as a Healthcare Assistant through to Nursing Associate, Deputy Manager (2017–2022), and later Training and Technical Manager (2022–2025), Pete has built a career grounded in compassion, capability, and a deep commitment to quality care. What truly sets Pete apart is his passion, for people, learning, and service excellence. He is dedicated to empowering staff at every level, ensuring they have the training, technical support, and confidence to deliver outstanding care. Even in his senior leadership position, Pete remains hands-on with group-wide training and continues to be a go-to source of guidance for teams across the organisation. Modern in his approach and driven by a belief that great care starts with great people, Pete brings energy, experience, and a forward-thinking mindset to Crownwood Healthcare. His leadership remains a vital part of ensuring the Group continues to operate at its very best.

Matthew joined the Temple Ewell team in January 2023, Matthew has a wealth of experience and a passion for EOL and Dementia Care, Matthew is always looking for ways to better improve and enrich the lives of our residents Matthew is looking forward to taking Temple Ewell forward ensuring the home offers the highest standard of nursing care and continuing to make improvements to the facilities at Temple Ewell.

Kathy has been at Temple Ewell since December 2015. She joined Temple Ewell as a Staff Nurse and was promoted to Clinical Manager in April 2017. Kathy has been a qualified nurse for over 30 years, working in both community and hospital settings. She has been able to bring her vast experience to the Home, to enhance practice and help to enrich the lives of our staff and residents. Kathy is also our student nurse mentor, supporting two students during term times. Kathy is a passionate and empathetic nurse who demonstrates a deep understanding of the needs of our residents.