Meet the Team

Rachel is a dedicated Care Home Manager with a passion for person-centred care and creating a supportive, high-quality environment for residents and staff. Focused on compliance, compassionate leadership, and enriching daily life.

My name is Petra, I am the Deputy Manager at Holme House Care Home, I am a fully trained Mental Health Nurse.  Prior to becoming a Nurse I worked in the care setting as a care assistant working with adults with complex needs, mental health needs, dementia and cognitive impairment as well as learning and physical disabilities. Throughout my many roles I have gained an insight and understanding into the importance of valuing and offering the best person-centred care in order to help people live a meaningful and fulfilled life.

What I enjoy most about my role is knowing that I make a difference to peoples lives and their families daily.

Outside of work I am a busy mum to 2 beautiful young children, I also enjoy shopping and travelling.

Hi, my name is Ruqaiyah Ajaib, and I have recently started at Holme House as a Level 3 Business Administration Apprentice.

I am really enjoying my role within the admin team, where I am developing my skills and gaining valuable experience in a professional care environment. My role allows me to support both staff and service users with day-to-day administrative tasks, ensuring everything runs smoothly and efficiently.

My favourite part of the role is being able to help others by providing clear information and support whenever needed. Working as part of a friendly and supportive team motivates me to deliver the best possible service and continue learning throughout my apprenticeship.

Since joining the team, I have been made to feel very welcome and part of the Croftlands family. I thoroughly enjoy my role as Croftlands Manager and love getting to know the residents, families, and staff.

I have a varied employment history including criminology, administration, home care and running my own business, which I feel have all given me the skills and opportunity to be able to carry out my role here at Croftlands.

I am Wendy Lawson Deputy Manager/Clinical Lead.I have worked at Croftlands for the last 14 years. I work hard at delivering a quality service and supporting our team.

Hey I am Sarah, I have worked here at Croftlands as an Administrator since summer 2025. My role here is incredibly varied and no two days are ever the same. My background in homeless services shaped my commitment to helping those who are vulnerable. I feel fulfilled knowing that I contribute to the behind scenes day-to-day running of the care home for all our residents and their family.

Outside of work when I am not at Croftlands I enjoy being out in nature in the woods, foraging for herbs and other ingredients to make natural homemade remedies. I follow a shamanic and spiritual path that is devoted to inner healing as well as guiding others towards connection, balance and inner transformation.

Hi, my name is Libby, I started my business admin apprenticeship here at Croftlands Care Home in September 2025. I studied business and health and social care in college and gained a merit and distinction.This is my first role in a care environment, and I am enjoying my new role, as well as learning new things every day. I am committed to my role, motivated, and eager to learn.

Hi, my name is Amelia. I started working at Croftlands in May of 2026 after finishing my degree in Criminology at the University of Huddersfield. I have a Level 3 NVQ in Business Administration, which I completed while working at Barnsley Council.

This is my first role within a care environment and I am keen to support the residents and staff at Croftlands however I can. I have a varied employment history, from administration and marketing to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, all of which have provided me with key skills to contribute to the team here at Croftlands.