All the nurses and care help assistants were wonderful and my husband was so well looked afterPatricia H(Wife of Resident/Service User)
The staff were always welcoming in the Pirbright Unit, I felt like one of the family.Susan S(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
I found the staff very welcoming and helpful. They are always caring and interactingR G(Nephew of Resident/Service User)
All the nurses and care help assistants were wonderful and my husband was so well looked afterPatricia H(Wife of Resident/Service User)
The staff were always welcoming in the Pirbright Unit, I felt like one of the family.Susan S(Daughter of Resident/Service User)
I found the staff very welcoming and helpful. They are always caring and interactingR G(Nephew of Resident/Service User)
Situated in the beautiful village of Bisley near Woking, Princess Christian is an award-winning Care Home providing residential, rehabilitation, nursing, dementia and complex care services for 86 people, across three separate communities under one roof.
There are several lounge areas, conservatories and restaurant-style dining areas across the Pirbright, Bisley and Knaphill communities. There is also an onsite hair salon, sensory room and Physiotherapy treatment room, as well as comprehensive care facilities,...
Situated in the beautiful village of Bisley near Woking, Princess Christian is an award-winning Care Home providing residential, rehabilitation, nursing, dementia and complex care services for 86 people, across three separate communities under one roof.
There are several lounge areas, conservatories and restaurant-style dining areas across the Pirbright, Bisley and Knaphill communities. There is also an onsite hair salon, sensory room and Physiotherapy treatment room, as well as comprehensive care facilities, and beautiful purposefully designed dementia friendly gardens.
The Recreation and Well-being team ensure residents have access to tailored activities and entertainment seven days a week, to suit each person’s interests, on an individual and group basis
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Care Provided by Princess Christian Care Centre
Primary Care Categories
Older Person Care
Dementia
Physical Disability
Visual / Hearing Impairment
Length of Stay
Permanent Care
Respite Care
Care Types Provided
Residential Care
Nursing Care
Dementia Residential Care
Dementia Nursing Care
For a maximum of 96 Service Users
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Mild Dementia
Moderate Dementia
Advanced/Complex Dementia
Other Care Provided
Parkinson's Disease
Stroke
Palliative / End of Life Care
Bariatric Care/Obesity
Convalescent Care
Day Care
Accreditations
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Own Furniture if required
Pet Friendly (or by arrangement)
Smoking not permitted
Close to Local shops
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Minibus or other transport
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Gardens
Bar/Café
Phone Point in own room
Television point in own room
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£1,950 - £2,000
£1,950 - £2,000
Residential Dementia Care
£1,950 - £2,000
£1,950 - £2,000
Nursing Care
£1,950 - £2,000
£1,950 - £2,000
Nursing Dementia Care
£1,950 - £2,000
£1,950 - £2,000
Contact Princess Christian Care Centre to confirm what's included and get a personalised quote:
NHS-Funded Nursing Care (FNC) is additional to standard fees and application is completed after admission. The package we offer includes personal care, room service, medication, recreational and well-being and fitness. Fees exclude Chiropodist service, hairdressing.
The price(s) shown are provided by the care home. Contact Princess Christian Care Centre for full pricing details and T&Cs.
Funding Types Accepted
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Support you may be entitled to
If you choose a care home based in England, you may be eligible for NHS Funded Nursing Care (FNC), which helps cover the cost of nursing. This is worth £267.68 per week and is usually paid directly to the care home.
Tours
Onsite Tours of Princess Christian Care CentreUsually available on Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri(between 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM)Please contact the Home directly by email or phone. We will endeavour to arrange a suitable viewing time for you to visit our Home and speak to members of the team.
The maintain an open-hours visiting policy, which means relatives and friends are welcome to drop by and see loved ones at any time. Families are always welcome to join relatives for afternoon tea or lunch.
Princess Christian Care Centre has a Review Score of 9.7 (9.721) out of 10, based on 29 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time Princess Christian Care Centre has 162 reviews.
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Review from Theresa C (Daughter of Resident) published on 17 February 2017 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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My first visit to Princess Christian was warm and welcoming. The whole accommodation was clean. The carers are and were always just that, caring. It was a home from home and whenever I visited my mother, it was as though I was visiting her at home.
My mum did have a couple of low days but a quick...
My first visit to Princess Christian was warm and welcoming. The whole accommodation was clean. The carers are and were always just that, caring. It was a home from home and whenever I visited my mother, it was as though I was visiting her at home.
My mum did have a couple of low days but a quick chat with the staff and my next visit her mood was lifted.
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Review from Karen B (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 October 2016 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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What a lovely clean care centre. All the staff we met and dealt with were professional and helpful. Mum was always clean, hydrated and fed. She was greeted by name and spoken to in a caring manner
What a lovely clean care centre. All the staff we met and dealt with were professional and helpful. Mum was always clean, hydrated and fed. She was greeted by name and spoken to in a caring manner
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Review from Rosemary S (Wife of Resident) published on 20 September 2016 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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I was very impressed by the loving care given by the staff to my husband and family. They listened to our requests for his care and were always kind and sympathetic with time to talk with us.
I was very impressed by the loving care given by the staff to my husband and family. They listened to our requests for his care and were always kind and sympathetic with time to talk with us.
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Review from Richard C (Son of Resident) published on 7 September 2016 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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My mother was in the Princess Christian Care Centre for three weeks. You could not have had better attention all the carers were excellent and could not have done any more for you. Everyone was jolly and always had a smile on their face.
My mother was in the Princess Christian Care Centre for three weeks. You could not have had better attention all the carers were excellent and could not have done any more for you. Everyone was jolly and always had a smile on their face.
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Review from Jim F (Husband of Resident) published on 25 July 2016 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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My wife was terminally ill with a brain tumour. We approached the Princess Christian Care Centre while my wife was a patient at hospital. From our first telephone call to the care home we were treated with respect and given all the information needed to make a decision. The courtesy of the staff...
My wife was terminally ill with a brain tumour. We approached the Princess Christian Care Centre while my wife was a patient at hospital. From our first telephone call to the care home we were treated with respect and given all the information needed to make a decision. The courtesy of the staff was excellent and the manager was kind, considerate, helpful and took on the organising of the transit and care of my wife. Despite only being in their care for 8 days, my wife was most comfortable, peaceful and truly well cared for. I have no hesitation in recommending this care home.
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Review from Robert D (Son of Resident) published on 11 July 2016 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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My mother enjoyed her last year at the home and it was a pleasure to visit her.
My mother enjoyed her last year at the home and it was a pleasure to visit her.
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Review from Val (Daughter of Resident) published on 16 June 2016 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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The care given to my mum who was suffering with dementia was fantastic. They undertood all the problems that come with the illness. When my mum suffered a bleed on the brain 6 months after entertaining the home, the staff at Princess Christian treated her with respect and dignity.
She was...
The care given to my mum who was suffering with dementia was fantastic. They undertood all the problems that come with the illness. When my mum suffered a bleed on the brain 6 months after entertaining the home, the staff at Princess Christian treated her with respect and dignity.
She was always clean, her hair brushed and in clean clothes. Mum was unable to do anything for herself and could not move or communicate. The staff were in contact with me on a regular basis. I couldn't ask for more.
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Review from Sarah D (Daughter of Resident) published on 26 May 2016 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Princess Christian provided amazing care to my father during his short stay. Nothing was too much for the staff. As he was bed bound, it was lovely to see them taking the time to spend with him.
Princess Christian provided amazing care to my father during his short stay. Nothing was too much for the staff. As he was bed bound, it was lovely to see them taking the time to spend with him.
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Review from Corinne H (Daughter of Resident) published on 24 May 2016 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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My mother was a resident here for nearly 4 years. In all that time she was given wonderful care and shown great dignity at all times. As a relative I was always made to feel welcome and always had no reluctance to approach any member of staff if there were any concerns with my mother. It is a very...
My mother was a resident here for nearly 4 years. In all that time she was given wonderful care and shown great dignity at all times. As a relative I was always made to feel welcome and always had no reluctance to approach any member of staff if there were any concerns with my mother. It is a very peaceful setting, and the building although Victorian in age, is modern throughout.
I would recommend this care home to anyone.
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Review from Paul (Son of Resident) published on 9 May 2016 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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I was very impressed with the care and friendliness of the staff and the care home in general.
I was very impressed with the care and friendliness of the staff and the care home in general.
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Review from Mary (Wife of Resident) published on 2 May 2016 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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My husband was in his home for 19 months the treatment he received was wonderful. The staff were always on hand to care for his needs. They were all very attentive. Even the cleaners would stop and chat to him. I cannot fault the home at all.
My husband was in his home for 19 months the treatment he received was wonderful. The staff were always on hand to care for his needs. They were all very attentive. Even the cleaners would stop and chat to him. I cannot fault the home at all.
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Review from Dawn S (Daughter of Resident) published on 1 April 2016 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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My relative had to be moved into care quickly due to a fall and we were able to get a room for her immediately on a Sunday. Her care was excellent nothing was too much trouble. The nurses were always watching our for any change in her condition when she was referred to the GP or the local hospital....
My relative had to be moved into care quickly due to a fall and we were able to get a room for her immediately on a Sunday. Her care was excellent nothing was too much trouble. The nurses were always watching our for any change in her condition when she was referred to the GP or the local hospital. Drinks and meals were serves promptly and the menus has a range of choices. Sometimes the portion sizes were too large but this changed in due course. There are a number of activities for the residents to take part in including outings in the mini bus to local nurseries for coffee, flower arranging, crafts etc. This is an excellent care home with good care and dignity shown to all residents.
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Review from Colleen L (Resident / Service User) published on 30 March 2016 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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I have been treated with great care and support by all the staff in the Bisley Unit. I cannot thank them enough for their help since I took up residence in the home in December 2015.
I have been treated with great care and support by all the staff in the Bisley Unit. I cannot thank them enough for their help since I took up residence in the home in December 2015.
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Review from S H (Wife of Resident) published on 3 February 2016 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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My husband was there for four years. He passed away Dec 31st 2015. Through no fault of the home. I could not thank them enough and the care he was given by all and everyone concerned.
My husband was there for four years. He passed away Dec 31st 2015. Through no fault of the home. I could not thank them enough and the care he was given by all and everyone concerned.
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Review from Nicky W (Daughter of Resident) published on 28 January 2016 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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All staff were very kind, informative and supportive. Regularly made contact by phone and meetings without being prompted to do so.
All staff were very kind, informative and supportive. Regularly made contact by phone and meetings without being prompted to do so.
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Review from T H (Son of Resident) published on 28 January 2016 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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My father has been a resident for over a year. When admitted, he was in such poor health that I did not expect to still have him with us for very much longer. I am convinced that my father would have passed away many months ago if it were not for the excellent nursing and general care he receives...
My father has been a resident for over a year. When admitted, he was in such poor health that I did not expect to still have him with us for very much longer. I am convinced that my father would have passed away many months ago if it were not for the excellent nursing and general care he receives at Princess Christian.
I cannot recommend this care centre highly enough. All the staff from the cleaners, carers, nurses and management are always helpful and friendly. They treat my father with the utmost respect and dignity. My mother was understandably concerned when my father was first admitted to a nursing home, but now she is completely at ease knowing that my father is well looked after and in safe hands.
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Review from C E (Daughter of Resident) published on 21 January 2016 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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Mum was in Princess Christian for 3 weeks after a long stay in hospital before passing away. I could not have asked for a more supportive, compassionate and well run home for mum to end her days in. The staff looked after mum with such love that we felt she was almost a family member. Even down to...
Mum was in Princess Christian for 3 weeks after a long stay in hospital before passing away. I could not have asked for a more supportive, compassionate and well run home for mum to end her days in. The staff looked after mum with such love that we felt she was almost a family member. Even down to looking after us and feeding us when we stayed over night for mums final days.
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Review from D W (Wife of Resident) published on 1 January 2016 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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He was a very private man and did not mix well.
He was a very private man and did not mix well.
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Review from Sharon (Daughter of Resident) published on 15 December 2015 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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The manager and all the team are absolute angels and that's the only way to describe him and his team. The ethos of the home putting their clients first and also looking after the family involved with loved ones at life's end is unbelievable, the love and care they took with my mum and ourselves....
The manager and all the team are absolute angels and that's the only way to describe him and his team. The ethos of the home putting their clients first and also looking after the family involved with loved ones at life's end is unbelievable, the love and care they took with my mum and ourselves. The managers words to me "Everyone needs everyone else" will remain with me forever.
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Review from Christopher (Son of Resident) published on 2 December 2015 Submitted via Postal Review Card•
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I was very impressed by the professionalism, sensitivity and pro-active helpfulness of all the staff with them I had dealing. The nurses were particularly sympathetic and caring. I throughout was thoroughly informed at every stage of my mothers illness.
I was very impressed by the professionalism, sensitivity and pro-active helpfulness of all the staff with them I had dealing. The nurses were particularly sympathetic and caring. I throughout was thoroughly informed at every stage of my mothers illness.
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08 Oct 2026
Our residents enjoyed a fantastic afternoon of live entertainment yesterday as we welcomed the ever-popular Terry to our Care Home in Woking. From the moment he began performing, Terry had...
01 Oct 2026
A trip to the seaside provided a refreshing change of scenery for some of our residents recently, as we headed to Portsmouth from our Care Home in Woking for a...
26 Aug 2026
We held a fun-filled Sports Day for our team at our Care Home in Woking, followed by our staff party, giving everyone the opportunity to relax, have fun and spend...
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Ana joined the Nellsar family as Home Manager at Princess Christian in June 2026. With over 18 years of experience in nursing, clinical leadership...
Ana joined the Nellsar family as Home Manager at Princess Christian in June 2026. With over 18 years of experience in nursing, clinical leadership and Care Home management, she is passionate about building positive relationships and providing compassionate, person-centred care. Clinical excellence has always been at the heart of her practice, supported by strong leadership, teamwork, continuous learning and kindness. Ana believes Princess Christian is first and foremost her residents' home, where every individual should feel not only safe, but truly respected and valued. Together with her team, she is committed to creating a welcoming environment where residents can live well and enjoy every single day.
Nisha LeoJob Title Clinical ManagerJoined 2010
Nisha began her career at Princess Christian Care Centre (PCCC) in 2010, joining the organisation as a Qualified Nurse. From the beginning of her...
Nisha began her career at Princess Christian Care Centre (PCCC) in 2010, joining the organisation as a Qualified Nurse. From the beginning of her career, she developed a strong interest in supporting people living with dementia and has spent much of her professional life working with residents affected by dementia.
In 2018, Nisha further developed her specialist knowledge by successfully completing a Postgraduate Diploma in Dementia Studies. This strengthened her understanding of dementia care and enhanced her ability to support residents with complex and individual needs in a person-centred way.
Throughout her career at PCCC, Nisha progressed through a number of clinical and leadership positions, including Lead Nurse, Unit Manager and Deputy Manager. These roles enabled her to develop extensive experience in clinical care, team leadership, safeguarding, staff development and the day-to-day management of care services.
In recognition of her leadership and contribution to the care sector, Nisha received the Frontline Leader Award at the Great British Care Awards in 2021. This was an important milestone in her career and reflected her commitment to residents, colleagues and high standards of care.
In 2023, Nisha became a Queen’s Nurse, recognising her commitment to professional development, leadership and improving the quality of nursing care.
Following her progression through various clinical and management roles, Nisha is now working as a Clinical Home Manager at PCCC. She brings more than a decade of experience within the organisation, combining her clinical nursing knowledge with her leadership and management experience.
Nisha is known for her compassionate approach, professionalism, integrity and commitment to high standards of care. She believes in leading by example and creating a supportive working environment where staff are encouraged to develop their skills, work collaboratively and always keep residents at the centre of their care.
Her particular passion remains dementia care. Nisha is committed to ensuring that residents living with dementia are treated with dignity, respect and kindness, while their individual choices, preferences and quality of life are respected.
As Clinical Home Manager, Nisha continues to support residents, families and colleagues through approachable and compassionate leadership. She is committed to continuous improvement, effective teamwork and maintaining a culture where kindness, dignity, respect and person-centred care remain at the heart of everything the team does.
Nisha’s career journey at PCCC, from Qualified Nurse in 2010 to Clinical Home Manager, reflects her dedication to nursing, lifelong learning, professional development and compassionate leadership.
Beth FernandezJob Title Quality and Compliance ManagerJoined 2011
Beth has been a part of the Nellsar family since 2011, when joining the team at Princess Christian as Deputy Manager, until 2018. Returning in 2022,...
Beth has been a part of the Nellsar family since 2011, when joining the team at Princess Christian as Deputy Manager, until 2018. Returning in 2022, Beth assumed the role of Quality and Compliance Manager. Beth is very passionate about promoting excellent care for our residents and she is responsible for quality assurance and compliance strategies that ensure exceptional service quality, governance, and compliance. Inspired by collaboration with other teams in our Homes, Beth is driven to consistently improve the services we offer, monitoring progress and promoting positive change.
Sona JosephJob Title Pirbright Unit Manager
Sona started her career as a Nellsar trained OSCE Nurse, and she is delighted to have progressed to Unit Manager with the support of the management...
Sona started her career as a Nellsar trained OSCE Nurse, and she is delighted to have progressed to Unit Manager with the support of the management team at Princess Christian. Sona truly enjoys her role and is passionate about working directly with our residents and their families, contributing to improving their everyday lives. Sona is dedicated to ensuring that our residents’ care needs are met to the highest standards, with professionalism, compassion, and respect. Sona is also committed to fostering a positive work culture, encouraging teamwork, and ensuring that each day is as fulfilling and productive as possible; her responsibilities include supervising and mentoring junior nurses and team members, in her role as a practice supervisor. Leading the delivery of clinical care, Sona is proud to have successfully completed the Lead to Succeed course, further enhancing her leadership skills, and she takes pride in being a member of the National Tissue Viability Team.
Cosmin CristeaJob Title Head ChefJoined 2015
"My name is Cosmin Cristea, and I work as the Head Chef here at Princess Christian. Having started working at the Home in 2015, I first began working...
"My name is Cosmin Cristea, and I work as the Head Chef here at Princess Christian. Having started working at the Home in 2015, I first began working as a Kitchen Assistant, and progressed to Chef Assistant, then Chef, before being promoted to Head Chef.
I have completed many training programmes over the years, including an NVQ Intermediate Level Apprenticeship in Food Production and Cooking, Level 3 Supervising Food Safety in Catering, and all the required in-house training courses for my catering roles. I started a Level 5 Management course, and I look forward to resuming the training soon, having been interrupted as a result of the pandemic.
What I most enjoy about my job as Head Chef is having the opportunity to cook for our residents and guests; seeing the satisfaction on everyone's faces really makes me happy. Cooking and baking have become my number one passion, which encourages me to carry on and develop and learn new flavours and recipes.
Working very closely with my team, I have seen many positive changes take place over the years. Many members of the Catering Team have started to develop, including enrolling on NVQ and Nutrition Courses. The knowledge we have now, working as a team, is reflected in the quality of our residents' meals. We've achieved a five-star food hygiene rating; we consistently create new menus, and we are proficient at creating menus for residents with special dietary requirements.
Our Head of Catering, Adrian Silaghi, has been a great support to me since I began working at Princess Christian back in 2015. He has always believed in me and has been a great help. Our Registered General Manager, Mario Taherian, has also consistently encouraged and supported the Catering Team and me in new ideas and projects.
I am very proud of myself for having achieved so much in my time at Princess Christian – my professional qualifications and the recognition from our residents that they enjoy the food we prepare for them. I am also proud of my “Cooking with Chef Cosmin Club" where, together with residents, we cook together every Friday. They love to share stories and memories about cooking at home, and they enjoy sharing recipes with me. Working closely with our Activities Team, "Cooking with Cosmin" has become something we all look forward to and that brings me great joy.
Working with my wonderful Kitchen Team is a privilege. They are very keen and open to learning new skills; they trust and follow me with an open mind, whilst also developing their knowledge.
My future aspirations include restarting my Management NYQ and elevating our catering provision to a whole new level with new menus, and new puréed, minced and moist options for our residents with special requirements.
The best aspect of working as part of such a great team at Princess Christian is having the opportunity to make a difference to a person's life. Being able to bring a smile to someone's face and to work in a collective with so many different cultures, traditions, and backgrounds makes for a very interesting work life. There is a lot to discover and learn from each other if we are open to listening and sharing our knowledge."
Cristian PiticJob Title Chef and Head of HospitalityJoined 2018
Cristian first began working at Princess Christian as a Kitchen Assistant in 2018; with the support of his colleagues and Home Manager, he has...
Cristian first began working at Princess Christian as a Kitchen Assistant in 2018; with the support of his colleagues and Home Manager, he has progressed to Head of Hospitality with a wealth of qualifications including Level 3 Senior Production Chef. Consistently optimising food service, quality, compliance and customer satisfaction are at the heart of Cristian’s role and he supports his team to develop their skills with regular training. Cristian manages the Dining Team and excellent food service across the three restaurants at Princess Christian, ensuring the highest quality, taste and dining experience throughout. Cristian takes great pride in his work and cites regular feedback from residents, visitors and team members, as the key to his job satisfaction and maintaining the Home’s outstanding catering standards.
Christine FosterJob Title Head of ActivitiesJoined 2014
Christine began working at Princess Christine in 2014 as a part-time Activities Coordinator in one of the Home’s units, along with two other staff....
Christine began working at Princess Christine in 2014 as a part-time Activities Coordinator in one of the Home’s units, along with two other staff. Having completed her Level 3 NVQ in Leadership, Christine is now Head of Activities for the whole Home and has completed various training schemes including ‘Ladder to the Moon’, Namaste and ‘Daily Sparkle’.
Christine feels lucky to work in a role that is so rewarding and it brings her a lot of joy and satisfaction. Christine has grown the Activities staff team to eight people, receiving regular feedback about the wonderful person-centred care they provide to their residents; “Princess Christian is my home from home. I work with some amazing people and adore each and every one of our residents.”
Christine feels proud that the Home’s charitable group ‘Friends of Princess Christian’ has also gained more members, involving residents, staff and family members to have their say on upcoming events or fundraising ideas; She takes pleasure in witnessing improvements across all areas of the Home.
Citing her greatest achievements as completing her NVQ and being shortlisted for the Surrey Care Awards and the South East Care awards, Christine classes being able to engage with residents and make them happy every day as ‘the best achievement of all’.
Carol Job Title Activities LeadJoined 2019
Working as Activities Lead, Carol joined the team at Princess Christian in 2019. Working alongside Christine, Carol's responsibilities include...
Working as Activities Lead, Carol joined the team at Princess Christian in 2019. Working alongside Christine, Carol's responsibilities include providing person-centred care that improves our residents' physical and mental well-being. Carol looks forward to coming in to work everyday and enjoys getting to know all our residents and their families; she loves to make residents happy.
Ionela SarmasagJob Title Recruitment OfficerJoined 2016
I joined the team at Princess Christian in February 2016, and I was very happy with this opportunity. Having started as a Carer, I am now a Senior...
I joined the team at Princess Christian in February 2016, and I was very happy with this opportunity. Having started as a Carer, I am now a Senior Carer, and I love the work I do! I hope that all my training and experience can be useful to all the beginners who join our team.
During my time here, I am grateful to have had the opportunity to finish my NVQ Level 2; I have now started to work towards my Level 3, and I am also part of the Dementia Champions programme. I feel very supported in developing my skills.
Every day for me is a happy experience with my family. I’m very proud to be part of the team and working at Princess Christian. I feel the management team is very supportive and always flexible.
Martin ButcherJob Title Head of MaintenceJoined 2022
Martin joined the team at Princess Christian Care Home in 2022 after 27 years working in Facilities Management for the Civil Service. Martin’s...
Martin joined the team at Princess Christian Care Home in 2022 after 27 years working in Facilities Management for the Civil Service. Martin’s responsibilities include ensuring that he and his team continuously provide a safe and comfortable Home for our residents and team members through strategic planning, reactive repairs, and CQC statutory and mandatory compliance. Martin takes great pride in his work and the leadership of his team, knowing that residents are being well looked after and enjoying themselves throughout their later years of life.
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