Meet Our Team
We’d like to introduce our friendly Earlsfield Court team who are determined to be the difference in senior care.
At Earlsfield Court we treat people how we’d like them to treat our loved ones – like family. We understand everyone we look after has their own needs and preferences. So we create care plans which address everything from their individual care provision and dietary requirements to their favourite foods and hobbies. And with great food on the menu every day, each day is a new enjoyable experience.
Leah Warren
Deputy Manager
Leah Warren
Deputy Manager
What I do:
My main duty is to guide the care team and ensure a high quality of care is delivered and maintained to our lovely residents. I also organise and lead the home in the general manager’s absence.
Experience:
I have worked in private healthcare for 9 years, starting out as a care assistant at the age of 18 and working my way up through the ranks to where I am currently. I have completed many training courses and NVQs along the way to enhance my knowledge and skills, so I am able to pass these on to our team members so as to ensure an excellent experience for our residents.
About me:
I have lived in Eastbourne all my life and live with my partner and two dogs Ralph and Rosco. In my spare time, I enjoy going for long dog walks and meeting with friends.
I look forward to welcoming you to Earlsfield Court and ensuring your loved ones are well cared for.
Daniel Ridgway
Home Admissions Advisor
Daniel Ridgway
Home Admissions Advisor
What I Do:
My role is to support potential residents and their families through the sometimes-overwhelming process of considering Residential Care options, through supporting from the initial enquiry stage through to moving in and beyond. Ensuring outstanding customer service at all stages. Offering support and advise with an empathetic approach.
I enjoy coming to work every day and seeing the impact our care team make to every resident. It really is the team here at Earlsfield Court that makes it a home.
Experience:
I joined Earlsfield Court in December 2022, Prior to this I held a similar role for 3 years with another luxury care provider. Before this over 15 years in Hospitality and Independent living settings.
About Me:
When not working I like to spend time with family & friends.
Esther Paton
Home Administrator
Esther Paton
Home Administrator
What I do:
Me role is to oversee all administrative task for the home, is very varied, no two days are the same and I really enjoy the variety of the role. My favourite part is building relationships with our residents and their relatives; I love hearing about people’s history.
Experience:
Before joining cinnamon care Collection, I spent 4 years in a similar role with another provider. Prior to this I worked as an account’s assistant for a Building Company.
About me:
When not at work I enjoy spending time and socialising with Friends and Family. I support football and enjoy walking my dog Bentley.
Ella Holland
Admin Assistant
Ella Holland
Admin Assistant
What I do:
Part of my role as an Administration Assistant is to cover our front desk being the first point of contact for residents, friends & families and other visitors, answering incoming calls and some light administration duties. I pride myself on my positive attitude and kind nature.
Experience:
Before I joined Earlsfield Court in my current role in April 2024 I worked in a Boarding Kennels on a farm for around a year, before this I had previously worked at Earlsfield Court as a host but re-joined the team to pursue a career in Administrator and Customer Service.
About me:
When I’m not working I love riding my horses and walking my dogs. As well as spending time with family.
I look forward to welcoming you to Earlsfield Court.
Jane Quicke
Care Assistant
Jane Quicke
Care Assistant
What I do:
My role is to look after our resident’s support with personnel care and to build caring relationships and promote their independence and wellbeing.
Experience:
I have worked in care for over 5 years mainly as a care assistant but also have work in the community. Before that I worked in customer service for over 18 years in Asda.
About me:
When not at work I enjoy socialising with friends and a good game of Bingo. I enjoy sport (watching not participating) and being with my family.
Jennifer Sivyer
Head of Housekeeping
Jennifer Sivyer
Head of Housekeeping
What I do:
I joined Earlsfield Court in July 2021. My role is to keep Earlsfield Court looking lovely and inviting for our residents and visitors maintaining high standards that go above and beyond expectations.
Experience:
I have over 10 years’ experience as a Head Housekeeping in the care sector working in a variety of difference Care/Nursing settings. I previously gained my Hospitality & Supervision & Leadership (HSL) qualification which gave me the opportunity to join the team here at Earlsfield Court, I am lucky to work here and look forward to coming to work every day.
About Me:
I feel the staff and resident are my family after losing my Husband they have been there to support me when needed and I will always support them in return. When not at work I love walking and looking for the wild Deer all around where I live.
Kevin Kelly
Maintenance Manager
Kevin Kelly
Maintenance Manager
What I do:
I joined Earlsfield Court in March 2021 as a Maintenance Manager.
My role is varied and I am enjoying the everyday tasks. I have a great working environment and am proud to be part of the team that works for Cinnamon Care.
My experience:
Prior to joining Earlsfield Court, I spent many years working as a Panel beater and sprayer in garages in my home country of Ireland and here in England. I then moved on to the building trading, eventually becoming a Maintenance Manager for Park Holidays.
About me:
I moved from Ireland in 1986. I met my wife in 1998 and settled in Bexhill. We have two children of 22 and 15. I enjoy socialising with friends and family in my spare time.