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.
Sara Goodwin
General Manager
Sara Goodwin
General Manager
What I Do:
I joined Earlsfield Court in May 2021. As General Manager I am committed to ensuring our lovely residents get the very best out of life. I coordinate the team here at Earlsfield to ensure residents are safe and supported within the home.
Experience:
For over 14 years I have been lucky enough to work in the care sector. My first position was an activities coordinator and I quickly got promoted to Deputy Manager. Before entering the care sector, I worked in Portugal as a researcher in social care with unemployed women, elderly people and people with disabilities. My main passion is working with people, motivating and coaching them to be the best they can. This also applies to my lovely residents!
About me:
I’m originally from Portugal and have fallen in love with the UK and its people. Last October I married my best friend in a truly lovely ceremony. We have now relocated to the south coast in search of new adventures and challenges. In my spare time, I love clambering over old ruins, visiting castles and historic monuments. English history is something that fascinates me, especially as there is so much of it around! Our other joy is travelling around Europe (when we can) and trying out new cuisines and restaurants.
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.
Eshter Paton
Home Administrator
Eshter 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.
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.
Martin Gurney
Head Chef
Martin Gurney
Head Chef
What I do:
I am responsible for the food and beverages at Earlsfield Court. I work closely with the kitchen and dining team preparing and cooking the varied menus to keep our residents healthy and happy. I have very high standards and use only the best quality ingredients.
My experience:
I have worked for over 25 years in the catering industry in numerous care settings, providing high quality, nutritious meals for seniors. I enjoy creating individual nutritional plans for our residents and enjoy spending time with each of them to find out their favourite food and drink.
About me:
I enjoy spending time with my beautiful girlfriend and exercising our 4 dogs.
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.