Rectory Court Care Home

What I do:
I am the General Manager of Rectory Court, and as such, I have the overall responsibility of the home with the support of my team. My role can vary from day to day, and no two days are ever the same.

My experience:
I have been working in the care industry for over 30 years, starting as a care assistant, then going back to further education to become a manager first for Suffolk County Council and then into the private sector. I have a passion for Dementia care and hold an advanced Dementia training qualification. In addition, I have a Dementia mapping qualification, which I undertook with Bradford University.

About me:
I am 55 and have been married for over 30 years to Adrian, a teacher. I have two sons, Tim and Tom, both currently studying at university. I am a highly competitive person who likes to succeed. I love to shop and find a bargain!

What I do:

I oversee the running of Leah Lodge alongside the Manager. It's our ethos to make it a family-feeling home where everybody is welcome.

My Experience:

I have been a Registered Nurse since the late 1990's with a varied experience in elderly care, which covers Clinical Nursing in a 300-bed hospital, Occupational Nursing, Private Nursing and Nurse Manager roles.

I have been with Cinnamon for 5 years now in a Care Services Manager/ Deputy Manager role, which allows me to make a difference to the people we care for and work with.

About Me:

I have been happily married for 24 years and have two beautiful daughters. Reading is the best form of relaxation for me, and my happiest time is when I explore new places and foods with my family.

What I Do:

I am the Home Admissions Advisor for both Leah Lodge and Rectory Court Care Homes.

I help families and potential residents through their journey of considering a care home for their loved ones. I consider it a privilege to be able to advise people on such a difficult and emotional journey.

My Experience:

I have worked in the luxury care sector since 2015. My role is a varied and enjoyable one. I am one of the lucky people who genuinely loves what I do.

Previous to this, I was an estate agent, working my way up from Accounts Assistant to Sales & Lettings Branch Manager after I left University.

About Me:

I am originally from the Wirral, and I moved to London with my husband in 2015 as he had a promotion and was asked to relocate. We have created a lovely life here. We now have two young children who keep us busy most of the time.

I enjoy going on holiday and socialising with friends whenever I get the chance.

What I do:

As the Lead Wellbeing & Lifestyle Coordinator at Rectory Court, I create weekly schedules focused on physical wellbeing, mental stimulation and social engagement. I organise a variety of activities, such as group exercises, music sessions, arts & crafts workshops and lot of interesting social events. Apart from activities inside the home, I organise trips out and visits outside into the community. All is aimed to bring our Residents joy and fun. Our program is based on the Residents interests so everyone can find something to enrich their lives, enabling the feeling of belonging and being valued.

My experience:

I studied at a Music Grammar School and I also hold a degree in Social Work & Social Pedagogy, which I studied in Prague. I mostly worked with children and young adults with behavioural difficulties and I aimed to improve their lives, supporting them through the challenges of living in group homes.

I have been working for Cinnamon Care Collection since 2016 and have been using all my experience and passion for helping people to create a good life for our Residents.

About me:

I am a people person and I love spending time with my family, my partner and friends. I love music; I play piano and sing so I created a community choir at Rectory Court for people who share the love of music.

In my spare time, I also like going out to concerts and West End shows. I like travelling and learning languages and I practise yoga every week.

What I Do:
I’m the head chef here at Rectory Court. I started as a 2nd chef and was delighted to become Head Chef; my role now is to work closely with my team and all our residents to provide a nutritional and healthy menu with the odd treat. I liaise with our residents to find out their likes and dislikes and provide an alternative meal of their choice if they wish. My team will always aim to please and provide a good dining experience.

My Experience:
I have many years of experience working in catering and have enjoyed every moment, learning new things all the time. I have a BETEC Level 2 in hospitality and catering and an NVQ Level 2 in kitchen services and food safety.

About Me:
When I’m not working, I spend time with my three sons and visiting my family, I like socialising with my friends and having a good meal out with somebody else cooking.

What I Do:

As a Hospitality Services Manager, I oversee the operational side of the business, ensuring excellence across maintenance, hospitality, catering, and housekeeping. At Rectory Court and Leah Lodge, I lead these teams with a focus on delivering the highest standard of service for our residents, while upholding Cinnamon's values, standards, and procedures.

My Experience:

I bring extensive experience in customer service and luxury hospitality, having worked with both private households and leading companies in the UK and Sweden. A career highlight was contributing to the Nobel Banquets in Stockholm for three consecutive years—an invaluable opportunity to refine my skills in high-profile event management.
Over the years, I've held leadership roles in hotels, Selfridges, and Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer, and worked closely with high-ranking diplomats, investment institutions, and ISS Facilities at the Cabinet Office Estate, including 10 Downing Street. There, I successfully delivered some of the most prestigious and complex events. My commitment to excellence has been recognised with the GEM Award for consistently going above and beyond—something I strive to achieve in every role.

About Me:

Originally from Poland, I spent several years living and working in Sweden before becoming a proud British citizen—one of the happiest milestones of my life. I'm passionate about travel, great food, and, above all, creating memorable experiences that bring joy to others.