Barchester Marple Dale Care Home

Hi, my name is Michelle, and I am the General Manager here at Marple Dale Care Centre.

Thank you for taking the time to look further into what Marple Dale Care Centre 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 have worked in the Healthcare sector for approximately 25 years as a Registered General Nurse, Nurse Manager, Turnaround Manager and Registered Manager throughout the Manchester & Lancashire Area, working alongside a wealth of experienced healthcare professionals.

I love my role and what I do, and I am lucky to be supported by a fantastic team that demonstrates a nurturing, warm and compassionate approach.

The home's core objective is to promote a high standard of person-centred, kind and compassionate care.

Pop in for a cuppa and speak to one of the team, you’re always welcome! Read less

My team and I strive to keep the home looking at its best and are very proud of the work we do. We ensure the home is showcased at its finest and value feedback from our residents, relatives, friends and visiting healthcare professionals and are often complimented on the cleanliness of our home. Read less

As a Registered Nurse with over 10 years of experience, I am passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred care. Worked at Marple Dale in 2021 and returned.

I work closely with the Home Manager and our dedicated team to ensure residents receive compassionate care in a safe, welcoming environment where they feel valued, respected and at home.

I am proud to be part of the Marple Dale team and to make a positive difference in the lives of our residents. Read less

I have been working in the care home sector since 2001. I was an administrator at another Barchester home – Arbour Court – for 2 years, when the home was part of Westminster Healthcare. I then came to Marple Dale as a Senior Administrator before it was owned by Barchester.

Although it is a very busy environment, I do enjoy the challenge of the role. I am here to support the staff and families, mainly in the financial running of the home, and I will always strive to work as hard as I can.

I work very closely with the General Manager and assist wherever I can.

Being part of the Marple Dale family is very rewarding, and I feel lucky to be working in such a beautiful setting. Read less

Hi. I am William, Head Chef at Marple Dale Care Home. I joined the team in 2024, and since then I have worked with the catering team to ensure a high standard of food and beverages is served daily to our residents, so they can enjoy nutritious, freshly prepared meals in an exquisite dining area, ensuring the same standard of tray service is available for those who choose not to dine in the dining area. Read less

I am proud to support our residents and families and feel that I show empathy and can make a difference in their lives. Read less

Hi, my name is Lewis. I joined the team in September 2021 as a general assistant and then moved to the activities team in January 2022. Most recently, I became Activities Team Leader in December 2023. It has been a great journey here at Marple Dale, and I can’t wait to continue. I love my role as one of the homes Activity Coordinators, and love finding out new and exciting ways to engage residents with activities and each other.

Here at Marple Dale we try to do as many different activities as we can, to keep our residents as active as possible, as it is so important to keep active. I love what I do and love knowing that our residents have so much enjoyment from such a wide variety of activities. Read less

From my very first days as a Health Care Assistant to a senior carer, I began learning that caring for someone is about so much more than completing a task. It is about seeing the person behind the care plan. It is about listening, noticing the small changes, understanding a person's history, respecting their wishes and beliefs, and recognising what matters most to them. I learned how important communication, compassion, observation, teamwork and dignity are in providing truly person-centred care. I learned how to recognise when something was not quite right, when to seek help, and when speaking up could make a difference. These were not simply skills I was learning for a job. They were skills that were shaping the nurse I wanted to become.

One of the things that meant the most to me at Marple Dale was seeing that every resident mattered, regardless of how unwell they were or what stage of life they were in. That approach resonated deeply with me. It reminded me why I had chosen a career in caring in the first place. It also gave me the opportunity to experience something that would have a lasting impact on my nursing journey.

My Home Senior General Manager, Michelle Timperley, believed in my dream from the beginning. I remember sharing my aspirations with her, and rather than making me feel that they were too big or too far away, she encouraged me to believe that they were possible. She supported me, motivated me and gave me opportunities to grow. The team around me did the same. Their encouragement helped build my confidence and reminded me that I did not have to make this journey alone.

In August 2026, I qualified as a Registered General Nurse and was able to finally wear my blue uniform and continue my lifelong dream. Read less

Hi, I am Anu. I have worked alongside the Marple Dale team since 2021 as a Registered General Nurse. I predominantly work nights to provide a safe and peaceful environment to ensure the residents in my care have a restful night. I am proud to belong to an outstanding and caring team, and I am passionate about providing high-quality care and making sure that the Barchester values are at the heart of our care. Read less

My name is Stephanie, and I joined the Marple Dale team in 2021 as a general assistant and quickly found my passion for providing care and support to our residents. I took a full-time care position and was successfully promoted to a Senior Care Assistant. I continued in this role for some time, then a position within the activities team became available as well as within our administration team, which I felt suited my career development at the time, I currently continue in these roles and enjoy my time making others happy, all our team are proud of our our home and will always be the team around our manager. Read less