We believe we have created an energising and a rewarding place to work and just as we treat our clients as individuals, we also treat our care professionals with the same personal approach.
Meet a Live-in Carer
Vikki
Vikki has been a member of the Ashridge team since 2018 and is one of our most experienced live-in carers. Originally from the South of France, she began her career supporting children with special educational needs but later transitioned into live-in elderly care and has since supported clients with professionalism, consistency and respect for individual preferences. Vikki places importance on understanding each client’s personal history and maintaining the activities and environments that bring them comfort and familiarity. She says: “I get a lot from my role. I love getting to know my clients and know that I am making a difference to their lives. I learn a lot from them and hope that I make a meaningful difference to their day to day.”
Vikki is genuinely interested in people and committed to delivering high-quality care that enables clients to remain well-supported in their own homes. Outside her professional responsibilities, she enjoys travel and has spent time in Thailand and Brazil, with forthcoming visits to Australia and New Zealand planned.
Have you ever thought about becoming a visiting or live-in carer?
We’re always looking for friendly and enthusiastic people to help support older people to live life to the full. Our roles are well paid, flexible and are available across the South East of England.
Interview with Home Carer
Martin
Martin has more than 20 years of hands-on experience in the care sector.
He spent 15 years with one company before joining our Ashridge Community in 2018, where he has since become a highly valued member of the team. Over the years, Martin has supported clients both as a visiting carer and in several live-in care roles, demonstrating flexibility, dedication, and a genuine commitment to those he supports.
Through his experience and continued professional development, Martin has achieved his Level 2 NVQ in Health and Social Care, further strengthening the quality of care he provides.
Martin is naturally sociable and enjoys building relationships with his clients. He takes great pleasure in chatting, getting to know people’s life stories, and creating a warm, friendly atmosphere. He is also very fond of animals and particularly enjoys placements where he can care not only for a client but also for their beloved pets, understanding how important they are as part of the family.
Meet a Visiting Home Carer
Angie
Angie joined Ashridge more than five years ago as a full-time visiting carer, working Monday to Friday, with occasional evenings and weekends. Since then, she has provided consistent, dedicated support — in some cases caring for families through life’s most significant moments. One of her long standing clients, she first cared for a wife and, after her passing, continues to support her husband with regular weekly visits, reflecting the strong, lasting relationships she builds.
Angie has experience in both companionship and complex care, including supporting a gentleman living with Parkinson’s disease for four years. She is fully trained in palliative, end-of-life and dementia care — training she describes as invaluable. One of her most meaningful experiences has been providing end-of-life care, supporting clients and their families with compassion and dignity, while also guiding and supporting her colleagues through these difficult times.
Before moving into care, Angie worked in a different sector. After helping to care for her beloved grandmother, who lived to 104, she felt inspired to change careers and do something that made a real difference in someone’s life. Angie supports people with warmth and humour.
Interview with a visiting carer
Abida
With over eight years in care, including three years with Ashridge, Abida brings compassion, dedication, and a wealth of experience to every client she supports.
She spends 6–8 hours a day with clients and is always happy to cover extra hours when needed.
Abida works with clients with dementia or mobility issues, supporting them to stay as independent and engaged as possible. She provides personal care, companionship, and engaging activities — from puzzles and crosswords to social outings. She also works closely with live-in carers to provide double-handed care when needed.
A key part of Abida’s role is giving family caregivers a much-needed break. For example, she supports a lady who moved in with her daughter and son-in-law after her husband passed. While the family works full-time, Abida takes her on outings — like visiting the garden centre she used to enjoy with her husband — helping keep her memories alive, safe, and happy.
Every client has a unique story, and Abida tailors her care to their needs. Whether providing gentle support for a gentleman with mobility issues or companionship for someone with dementia, she makes each day rewarding.
Q&A’s – Becoming a Carer
We will always need people like you, to take care of our loved ones! For us, caring for others is one of the most important jobs you can do. Find out more about joining our team in our FAQ’s.
