Barchester Overslade House Care Home

Staff

We promote and continuously work towards a happy workplace for our staff teams, knowing it is first and foremost a home to the people we care for. 

We recruit the best to ensure we have people who love their job and put the needs of those we care for at the forefront of everything we do.

As part of Barchester Healthcare, we support our staff through a culture of celebration and recognition and provide comprehensive training and development programmes for all roles through the Barchester Business School.

At Barchester we’re proud to be the only care provider listed in the Sunday Times 25 Best Big Companies to Work for– an award voted for by staff in 2013 – the fifth time we have been listed!

Click here to meet the staff at our home.

Ms Anneke Alston

Head of Unit

I qualified in 1977 as a general and mental health nurse in South Africa. I then went on to work in an A & E department and a TB Clinic. After taking time away to raise a family I returned to nursing by training as a Community Health Nurse and worked as a Community Psychiatric Nurse for 5 years managing 5 clinics in the area. I moved to the UK in 2004 and started working immediately for Barchester Healthcare at Overslade House where I also qualified as an NVQ assessor. I love working with people and helping them. I like the atmosphere at Overslade House, it is such a happy place to work as we all work as a team and this reflects on our residents. I appreciate the fact that the Company supports its staff to deliver a high standard of care. Out of work, I like all kinds of handcrafts, travelling and visiting my grandchild in South Africa.

Mrs Violeta Beasu

General Manager

I have been working at Overslade House since 2004 and I have found our home to be extremely welcoming and a happy place to live and work in.

I first qualified as a nurse in 1996 along with my husband and practiced for 8 years in a hospital in Romania. I moved to the UK along with my family in 2004 and started my employment with Barchester Healthcare at Overslade House as a Senior Care Assistant. I then started my adaptation at Northampton University to allow me to qualify and practice as a nurse in the UK, this I completed in 2007 and I was promoted to RGN at Overslade. I then progressed to Head of Unit in 2011 shortly followed by promotion to Deputy Manager.

I have now taken up the position of General Manager at Overslade House and warmly embrace the opportunities this position will give me. At Overslade House we pride ourselves on our excellent care and skills that our staff possesses. It is my aim to maintain the happy, friendly and caring nature our home offers to our residents.

Ms Joanne Kolat-Furca

Head Chef

Joanne joined the team at Overslade House in 2004 as a Kitchen Assistant and then progressed to Head Chef. Joanne and her team offer an extensive and varied menu catering for all residents' needs. Joanne finds great enjoyment working at Overslade House and is always prepared for any special requests.

Mr Jacek Kozik

Head of Maintenance

I joined the team at Overslade House in 2007 as a Maintenance Assistant and was promoted to Head of Maintenance in 2011. I am responsible for ensuring that all maintenance is kept up to date and all equipment is tested and maintained to meet safety standards. I am aided by Paul, our gardener, who is responsible for keeping the grounds in a beautiful condition for residents to enjoy.

I spend my spare time playing 5-a-side football and I am also an avid supporter of Manchester United and Real Madrid.

Ms Helen Levine

Administrator

I joined the team at Overslade House in 2010 as an Admin Assistant and has since then progressed to the role of Administrator. Previously, I have worked for CEGELEC and Jaguar Company Vehicles. My role is to ensure that the day-to-day administration of the home is kept up to date. If you have any questions regarding the home and funding then I am always happy to help.

In 2016, I was named as a Divisional Winner for Home Administration Champion in the Barchester Care Awards. Which is something I am immensely proud of, I also managed to complete my Level 3 Diploma in Administration and Business Studies. In my spare time, I enjoy listening to live music, so much so that I manage a popular Rugby-based punk rock band.

Ms Rhuby Pablico

Nurse

I qualified as a general nurse in 1998 in the Philippines. I then worked in a Tertiary Hospital as a nurse and at Nursing School as a Clinical Instructor. I moved to the UK in 2007 where I joined Barchester Healthcare at Overslade House as a Senior Carer. After qualifying as a nurse in the UK I took up the position of Senior General Nurse on the Lawrence Sheriff Suite at Overslade House. I thoroughly enjoy my career with Barchester and my time with the residents, it is a pleasure to nurse them. In my spare time, I enjoy shopping, socialising and reading.

Ms Mandy Smith

Head Housekeeper

I joined the team at Overslade House in 1996 and I am responsible for managing both the housekeeping and laundry teams. Under my supervision and expert eye for detail, Overslade House is kept clean, tidy and presentable at all times and a prompt laundry service is delivered. When I am not at work I spend a lot of time with my family and I also enjoy travelling.

Ms Stefania Stella

Nurse

I qualified as a nurse in 2015 in Italy and worked as a nurse in a nursing home in Pedemonte, Italy. In December 2015 I moved to the UK and joined Barchester Healthcare at Overslade House as a Carer. In February I became registered with the NMC and was able to work as a nurse at Overslade House. I work on the William Webb Ellis Suite where I find the work challenging, satisfying and enjoyable. I enjoy coming to work to spend time with the residents and the staff of which are one big happy family. I spend my time away from work taking long walks with my friends and enjoying a chat and a coffee with them, I also enjoy discovering new places in England and spending time at the gym.

Mrs Genoveva Tamasi

Deputy Manager

I joined Overslade as a senior carer back in 2007. Having had over 30 yrs experience as a nurse I quickly accepted the role of nurse and head of the unit. I am thrilled to be the deputy manager working closely alongside Violeta and the rest of the team, I am naturally a caring person and am very much looking forward to the challenge of ensuring Overslade continues to progress. In my spare time, I enjoy reading and caring for my family especially my granddaughter who is a joy, I am really looking forward to welcoming my nest grandchild due soon. My door is always open should you need any help or advice I look forward to serving Overslade for many years.

Facilities

• Accepting new clients (yes)
• Accepting referrals from Local Authority(s) (yes)
• Respite care (yes)
• Emergency call systems (yes)
• Pets allowed (yes)
• Rooms with full en-suite bathroom (yes)
• TV and telephone point in resident rooms (yes)
• Access to kitchen facilities (yes)
• Secure access to the building (yes)
• Transport available at the home (yes)
• A place of worship or visiting clergy (yes)
• On-site hairdressing (yes)
• Residents may retain own GP (yes)
• Scheduled GP rounds (yes)
• Special diets (yes)