Nov 2023
Meet the Team at Foxby Court
Foxby Court is located in the quiet town of Gainsborough, just a few minutes away from Marshall's Yard and the town centre.
Foxby Court is a very close-knit home, the team and residents are one big family, which shows as soon as you walk through the door.
The Foxby Court team has been with the home for many years, and have progressed their careers with the trust. We decided to ask a few members of the team some questions about their career to date, what they enjoy about their role, and what they like to do in their spare time.
Meet Sara
Sara is the home's manager and has been in the role since August but has been with the trust for just under 5 years, here is what she had to say,
“I worked at Ferndene care home for over 11 years as a carer, then onto a senior carer. I worked 4 years on nights before I came back on days as Care supervisor, then I worked 2 years as Deputy Manager.
I had some time out for surgery before I became the night Deputy at Drovers call for 4 months, then onto Grosvenor house for 1 year as a senior before I took the post at Foxby Court as a senior carer. After 4 months with the OSJTC I took the Head of care role, which I have done for over 4 years before becoming the home Manager.
I enjoy working in the care sector and I enjoy helping people in the best way possible. Delivery of care is paramount, and I enjoy helping with the different care needs through the different stages in life. As I have recently become the new home manager, I am now on a new journey within my career.
Outside of work, I am married, and I have a son who still lives at home. My husband and I enjoy walking and seeing friends and going to new places. We are keen National trust members.”
Sara's compassion shows both in her commitment to the residents and her long history of working in care, we're truly fortunate to have her leading the way.
Meet Brenda
Brenda is one of the home's senior carers and has been with the Foxby Court family since 1980.
“I’ve worked at Oakdene and Foxby Court since June 1980, starting as a carer. I then progressed to care leader, and I’ve also worked as the acting Head of Care and acting Manager.
I enjoy helping to ensure residents receive the best care that they can and making sure their last years are as comfortable and enjoyable as they can be.
Outside of work, I also look after my Mum and enjoy spending time with my husband, 2 daughters, 2 stepsons, my step grandchildren and helping to look after my daughter’s animals. I also enjoy doing various crafts and going to Organ and Keyboard concerts.”
We commend Brenda's commitment to caring for others and feel truly blessed to have her as a member of the Foxby Court team.
Meet Stacey
Stacey is the home's admin assistant and looks after all the administration needs and much more. Stacey has come on leaps and bounds since starting at Foxby Court and is already a core member of the team. Here’s what she had to say,
“I started with the trust as an admin assistant in June. Before this, I worked for one of the big 6 supermarkets as a bakery manager and in other various departments throughout the store, I was with them for 16 years.
I enjoy the interaction I have with the residents, their families and all the colleagues. No two days are the same, which I particularly enjoy, and I like to help residents’ family members with any queries they have about the home. I have also been out and about in the community promoting our home.
Outside of work, I have 3 children and a husband at home, all 3 of my children attend various clubs which I love to take them to and watch them progress in different areas of the sport.”
We are delighted to have Stacey on board, and are looking forward to seeing her flourish in her new role.
Meet the Team
If you would like to meet the team in person, feel free to visit the home or come along to one of our events, where we can tell you more about all the great things Foxby Court has to offer.