Staff

Staff are issued with name badges displaying their christian names. Aronel Cottage has a high staff ratio to ensure quality time with our residents. All our staff have undertaken Induction training. We exceed 50% NVQ2 care assistants (the CQC minimum standard) Our Matron Julia is in overall charge of residents’ care, helped by trained Nurses with their team of qualified Care Assistants providing 24-hour nursing care.

One of six named nurses is your named Key Worker and are your main point of contact throughout the week.

Our staff work in three shifts, covering morning, afternoon and night duties. At each change of shift, staff are updated from your personal Care Plan.

Staff are unable to accept gifts or money, but donations can be made to the Staff Social Fund, which is put towards staff outings etc. and is much appreciated.

Management Team

• Julian Hitchcock RN, OND – Proprietor & registered manager.
• Lorraine Hitchcock NAMCW – Proprietor, Responsible Person
• Julia Mason RN – Matron/Admin
• Pat Simmonds RN – Deputy Matron
• Cheri Challoner – Training
• Graeme – Head Chef
• Judith Wheeler – Housekeeper

We do hope that you will enjoy your stay with us