Innovate well
Innovation defines Berkley Care Group.
We strive to enhance the lives of our residents by continually examining and re-looking at how we design and build our homes, from their locations to the construction materials, from the type of food we serve to the artwork in the foyer. To continually innovate in a sector where new homes are being built at a rate of knots is a challenge we intentionally set ourselves.
Our philosophy
Discover from our Chief Executive Andrew Winstanley how we are innovators in the care home sector and why we are passionate about care in the UK.
Our homes
We build and operate bespoke homes that support our residents to live well in and be proud to call home. Berkley Care is an award-winning group of luxury care homes and with three of our five accredited homes being rated as ‘Outstanding’ by the CQC. All our homes are consumer-led in their design and service with the only truly all-inclusive hospitality package.
Our people
It’s the people at Berkley Care that turn our purpose-built building into homes and make them a fantastic place to work. Our highly experienced Home Managers and their professional teams offer the very best support to our residents to encourage them to maintain their independence, live happily and to provide personalised care whenever needed.
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Be green
Here at Berkley Care, our care is extending to the planet and how we can help be more eco-conscious across our homes.
We’re actively trying to reduce our carbon footprint with various evolving strategies, that include recycling in all homes, reducing our reliance on plastic medication pots, plastic drinking straws and replacing them with paper and using technology to create efficiencies, specifically in our wage slips, and creation of care plans for residents.
Luxury Care Home Portfolio
Our people
It’s the people at Berkley that make this a fantastic place to work, to live and to spend time in. Some of our key people committed to the happiness of residents and staff.
AndrewWinstanley
Chief Executive Officer
Andrew joined Berkley Care Group in January 2020 on the back of two decades’ experience gained in the hospitality and care sectors. An MBA-qualified business manager, Andrew spearheads the strategic and organic growth of Berkley.
LauraTaylor
Chief Operating Officer
Laura Joined BCG in June 2021 bringing with her 20 years experience in the care sector, working across a variety of different settings, most recently as Operations Director for Bupa’s Retirement living business Richmond Villages.
Laura is responsible for leading the Operations, quality and sales teams at Berkley Care Group. Laura is passionate about putting the customer first and ensuring that the group consistently delivers the highest standard of care and hospitality to residents
SimonPenfold
Chief Financial Officer
Simon joined Berkley Care Group in June 2021 with more than 25 years of experience in the health and social care sector. Most recently Simon was Chief Financial Officer at Elizabeth Finn Homes, a role he held for almost 10 years. An FCCA qualified accountant, Simon is responsible for leading the finance team at Berkley Care Group and the day to day financial administrative and operational functions of the business, including budgeting and setting objectives for performance and growth.
Leah-MarieSmith
Chief HR Officer
Leah joined Berkley Care Group in 2021, bringing with her over 17 years in the care sector within a variety of roles, most recently as a Director of HR. Leah is a value-focused leader who leads our strategic and operational People strategies, with a particular passion for developing individuals and organisations, whilst constantly striving to deliver the best employee experience.
AmandaTanner
Regional Operations Manager
An incredible record as a care home manager, achieving the highest CQC rating possible while manager at Shinfield View (Outstanding in all five areas of the inspection). We are delighted to have been able to promote Amanda within the group.
AmandaValentine-Bunce
Sales & Marketing Manager
An experienced marketing manager who has worked for some of the biggest brands in the country. She drives enquiry and occupancy levels across the group and heads up our team of dedicated Customer Relationship Managers in each home.
DanielRoberts-Green
People & Culture Manager
Having worked in learning and organisational development for the majority of his career, Daniel joined us in December 2020 as Head of People and Culture to drive our employee agenda as we continue our growth journey. Daniel is passionate about people, identifying how organisations can attract, embed and retain the most talented individuals in the sector.
LouiseAtherton
Clinical Governance Manager
An RGN with thirty years’ post-registration experience, Louise has worked predominantly in care home and hospice settings at a Senior Clinical Lead level. She holds a post-registration degree in specialist care home nursing practice and has held Quality and Governance roles. She is a member of the National Care Home Nurses Forum and the Community Nurses Executive Network.
CraigSummers
Group Training Manager
Craig joined Berkley Care Group in November 2020 as The Group Training Manager following 12 years’ experience working in Health & Social Care Settings in various roles including Registered Manager & Regional Manager. Craig has obtained numerous Training & Teaching Qualifications and has a passion for learning and development, ensuring he drives and supports the success of colleague’s training, learning and continuing professional development throughout their journey with Berkley.
VanessaAldridge
Personal Assistant to the CEO
Vanessa has over 20 years of experience in Customer Services and experience gained in Facilities Management and National Housing Building sector inclusive of a wealth of knowledge in managing a winning team to achieve common goals through her leadership. She has excellent organisational and communication skills. Throughout Vanessa’s career she is passionate about making a difference and adding value to her role and the business, she strongly believes in the Berkley Care Group Mission to deliver first-class care.
Andrew Winstanley
Andrew joined Berkley Care Group in January 2020 on the back of two decades’ experience gained in the hospitality and care sectors. An MBA-qualified business manager, Andrew spearheads the strategic and organic growth of Berkley.
Simon Penfold
Simon joined Berkley Care Group in June 2021 with more than 25 years of experience in the health and social care sector. Most recently Simon was Chief Financial Officer at Elizabeth Finn Homes, a role he held for almost 10 years. An FCCA qualified accountant, Simon is responsible for leading the finance team at Berkley Care Group and the day to day financial administrative and operational functions of the business, including budgeting and setting objectives for performance and growth
Amanda Tanner
An incredible record as a care home manager, achieving the highest CQC rating possible while manager at Shinfield View (Outstanding in all five areas of the inspection). We are delighted to have been able to promote Amanda within the group.
Amanda Valentine-Bunce
An experienced marketing manager who has worked for some of the biggest brands in the country. She drives enquiry and occupancy levels across the group and heads up our team of dedicated Customer Relationship Managers in each home.
Daniel Roberts-Green
Having worked in learning and organisational development for the majority of his career, Daniel joined us in December 2020 as Head of People and Culture to drive our employee agenda as we continue our growth journey. Daniel is passionate about people, identifying how organisations can attract, embed and retain the most talented individuals in the sector.
Louise Atherton
An RGN with thirty years’ post registration experience, Louise has worked predominantly in care home and hospice settings at a Senior Clinical Lead level. She holds a post-registration degree in specialist care home nursing practice and has held Quality and Governance roles. She is a member of the National Care Home Nurses Forum and the Community Nurses Executive Network.
Craig Summers
Craig joined Berkley Care Group in November 2020 as The Group Training Manager following 12 years’ experience working in Health & Social Care Settings in various roles including Registered Manager & Regional Manager. Craig has obtained numerous Training & Teaching Qualifications and has a passion for learning and development, ensuring he drives and supports the success of colleague’s training, learning and continuing professional development throughout their journey with Berkley.
Award-winning care homes
Care Awards 2020 Winner & Finalist, Cumnor Hill House and Shinfield View
Top 20 Recommended Care Home Group 2020 Berkley Care Group
Top 20 Recommended Care Home Group 2019 Berkley Care Group
Top 20 Care Homes in South East England 2019 & 2020, Shinfield View Care Home
Top 20 Care Homes in South East England 2019 & 2020, Shinfield View Care Home
Winner – Care Home Awards 2017 Best for Architecture or Interior Design
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