Meadow Lodge Home Care Services

Hi, I’m Rachel Taylor, the Registered Manager here at Meadow Lodge Branch. I began my career in social care as an office junior and have worked my way up over the years. I’ve been part of the social care sector for 15 years, ever since leaving college.

Throughout my journey, I’ve gained extensive experience across a variety of roles, giving me a strong understanding of both the administrative and hands-on aspects of care. I’m passionate about creating a positive and empowering environment for our team, one where everyone feels valued, supported, and encouraged to grow.

Social care can be a challenging profession, but it’s also one of the most rewarding. I believe in celebrating staff achievements and recognising the incredible dedication and compassion our team demonstrates every day. Together, we strive to deliver the highest quality of care and make a real difference in the lives of the people we support.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family, walking my dog, and riding my horse, which help me unwind and maintain a healthy work-life balance.

I have seen the business over the years and how Adult social care has changed.

My daily duties are arranging new care packages for people in the community, and speaking to social workers. Reviewing care packages, and communicating with the council on a daily basis. I Have a Level 5 Diploma in Health & Social Care.

I enjoy spending time supporting staff in the community I am a good listener.

In my home life, I have 2 x children also 2 x grandchildren that I enjoy spending time with.

Hi! I’m Maddie, I’m 20 years old, and I’ve recently joined the team as an HR Apprentice. I’m excited to be part of such a supportive environment where I can grow my skills and gain hands-on experience in all areas of Human Resources.

In my role, I support the team with day-to-day operations, assist with recruitment and onboarding, and help ensure everything runs smoothly behind the scenes. I’m particularly looking forward to developing my knowledge of employee relations and understanding how HR contributes to both people and business success.

Outside of work, I love spending time with my family and friends, and I’m always planning my next trip I love to see new places. I’m always happy to chat, so feel free to reach out if you need anything or just want to say hello!

I have worked at Meadow Lodge for 12 years. I started my employment with Meadow Lodge in March 2014 as a community carer working in a few different areas, including Castleford, Normanton, Pontefract and Knottingley.

After a few years, I went on to become a field supervisor for the Castleford/Normanton area. I have recently had a job role change to Quality Assessor and no longer work as a carer in the community, although on a few occasions I have gone out to help cover work, as I still enjoy this side of work.

My duties as Quality Assessor that I am responsible for quality assessment, including monitoring and supporting new members as well as existing staff. I carry out individual risk assessments for both carers and clients. I support staff in all aspects of moving and positioning, and I have recently completed my Moving and Positioning Train-the-Trainer training. I support staff with any struggles they have, such as support with medication and manual handling.

I have 2 A - levels in health and social care, which I gained whilst at college.

I live with my partner, I have 2 children and 2 dogs. I enjoy spending time with my family and socialising, seeing new places and going on holidays.

Hi, my name is Kerri. I have worked in Elderly adult care for around 24 years, from the age of 17. Although I have worked in other roles outside of the care sector, working in care gives me a sense of belonging. Over the years, I have gained a wealth of knowledge, skills and experience. I have worked in both care homes and domiciliary care, as a carer, senior carer and now in my current position as care coordinator at Meadow Lodge Home Care Services. In between all this, I completed my degree in Health, Well-being, and Social Care, which I am incredibly proud of.

My role as a coordinator requires me to manage my own team of carers to coordinate care calls for our service users on a daily basis. It also includes liaising with carers, service users and their families as well as other healthcare professionals involved in delivering their care. I am also responsible for taking on any new care packages where possible, carrying out meet and greets, building care plans and auditing care plans, MAR charts, as well as carrying out reviews and supervision

I have been in my current position at Meadow Lodge for around 18 months now. I would love to continue building my career in care, and maybe one day work in a managerial role

When I am not at work, you may find me running around the streets. Running is a passion of mine; it’s my escape and what keeps me sane. I have also taken up walking. I also have a very busy home to keep with a Husband and 3 grown-up children.

My name is Tracie and I have worked for Meadow Lodge since 2012 when I joined as a community carer. In May 2017 I furthered my Meadow Lodge career by joining the office team as a coordinator, more recently I accepted the role of Senior Care Coordinator.

I am married to Jonny and I have two children, Jack and Liam, we also have a dog called Max. I enjoy spending time with my family and I like to go shopping.

I love Christmas it's my favourite time of year.

My name is Tizzy I have worked in care since I was 16 years old, I have had a few other jobs but care has always been my passion. I have worked in domically care in the community and the office has a care coordinator.

I have been at Meadow Lodge since November 2022 as a care coordinator I find the office staff easy to get along with and the most important staff the carers on the front line are always happy to help.

I am married to Rob and we have a daughter Chloe who is almost 9 years old In her words “MEADOW LODGE (NCCN) ARE THE BEST “She says this because since mummy started working for them she has been happier. I also have three old stepchildren and 1 granddaughter we have a dog called OZ who is a nutter. I enjoy going out for walks and just spending time with my Family

Hi Everyone, My Name is Emma.

I have worked in the health and social care sector for 9 Years Supporting young adults with challenging behaviour, a wide variety of care needs and a learning disability. I started in this job industry in 2015 when I was 18 and began my journey as a Support Worker with no experience, after 2 years in 2017 I became a senior support worker within the same company. In 2020 I moved on to a new challenge with another service as a senior support worker before becoming successful as a deputy care home manager in 2021.

I chose to change my career path in 2023 when I came on to apply and recently accepted the role as a care coordinator with Meadow Lodge Home Care services to widen my experience within the Health and Social care sector. I look forward to seeing what the future holds within my role at Meadow Lodge Home Care Services.

I have my NVQ level 2&3 in health and social care and am currently on with completing my NVQ level 4 in health and social care. I have no children, I love spending time with my family, socialising and going away on sunny holidays.

My name is Magdalena, and I have worked for Meadow Lodge since 2021, when I joined as a carer. I really enjoyed building relationships with the residents and being part of the care team. Earlier this year, 2025, I progressed into the role of Coordinator for Knottingley, which has given me the opportunity to take on new responsibilities and continue supporting both staff and residents.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, and I like visiting new places and going on holidays!

I’ve been a carer for the past five years and have recently taken on an exciting new challenge in the office as a Care Coordinator. I’m passionate about delivering high-quality care and ensuring that every service user receives the support they deserve. I also take pride in keeping my CPD up to date so I can continue growing and developing within the care sector.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my partner, our two young girls, and our two dogs. We love going on long walks together and making the most of family time.

I’ve been a carer for the past five years and have recently taken on an exciting new challenge in the office as a Care Coordinator. I’m passionate about delivering high-quality care and ensuring that every service user receives the support they deserve. I also take pride in keeping my CPD up to date so I can continue growing and developing within the care sector.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my partner, our two young girls, and our two dogs. We love going on long walks together and making the most of family time.