Meet The Pulborough & Horsham Team

Karen Beach

Business Development Manager

Karen is the Business Development Manager responsible for Pulborough. She is a conscientious and professional person with extensive experience in care.

She is passionate about Care and giving maximum support to customers to achieve person-centered quality care. Her background and skills in Health and Social care has fetched positive results over the years in the delivering of quality care.

Karen continually praises the teamwork and the positivity among staff both in the field and in the office and is looking forward to building even greater team rapport and to empowering her team to be the best they can be.

Danut Gheorghiu

Care Manager

Having studied finance at Goldis University in Romania my early career was in finance and retail where I utilized my skills in both accounting and sales. Once I moved to UK it was at this point when I had a career change and started to work in the health care sector. Since then, I have continued to develop my skills and abilities in a variety of different roles and care settings. I have since managed services across West Sussex to include learning disabilities, mental health, forensic mental health and elderly and dementia.

I joined Caremark in January 2024 with the intention of making a further difference to a company that has already established themselves between  UK’s leading  professionals .

In my spare time I have a multitude of interests such as spending time with my family , travel and sports . I usually play basketball and golf fairly regularly. I like to travel every chance I get as I enjoy new cultures, food and places . I have a soft spot for good tacos and I always make a point to visit USA at least once a year to see friends and family but mostly for tacos! I like to keep healthy and often try various healthy regimes to enhance my performance both physical and mental.

Marta Albino

Training Officer

Marta started her career with Caremark Pulborough in October 2015 as a Care Assistant. It was quickly recognised that Marta had great managerial skills and was promoted in September 2016 to the role of a Field Care Supervisor.

Marta remained in this role until April 2019 at which point she moved to a different company working for Caremark as a Bank Care and Support Worker. In August 2019 she was offered the position of a Care Coordinator and made the decision to come back to us on a permanent basis.

As of 2022 Marta is now the Training Officer for Caremark Pulborough.

Debbie Russell

Digital Marketing & Recruitment Executive

Embarking on a journey within the care sector in 1994, my path has been one defined by a desire to support individuals facing unique challenges, particularly those with learning disabilities. Over the years, I’ve held diverse supervisory roles, gaining invaluable experience and honing my understanding of this vital sector.

Currently entrusted with the roles of Recruitment and Digital Marketing Executive, I thrive on the intricacies of connecting the right people to the right roles. It’s a dynamic task that taps into my enthusiasm for matching talent with opportunity.

My enthusiasm for Caremark’s vision runs deep, an unwavering dedication to ensure each customer receives care reflective of what we’d wish for our own loved ones. This vision drives me to advocate for positive change within our community, aligning with the profound belief in the transformative power of compassionate care.

One of the most gratifying aspects of this journey is witnessing our dedicated Care Assistants exceed expectations and give back to the local community. Their commitment to going above and beyond underscores the values that unite us in this fulfilling mission.

Claire Eady

Deputy Manager

Claire has held management roles in both Financial Services and Gatwick Airport before joining us in November 2022.

She is excited to have been able to join Pulborough office and knew she wanted to work in Care after she was heavily involved in volunteering when on Furlough.

Sarah Heaver

Field Care Supervisor for Henfield & Steyning

As a new Field Care Supervisor to the Steyning and Henfield area I bring many years of experience within many different areas within the care sector.

I live in Worthing and joined Caremark as I wish to progress my career within the care sector. I look forward to supporting the team and sharing my knowledge I have gained throughout my career so far so we can grow the team to deliver high standards for care together enabling our customers and all future customers to remain living at home for as long as they wish too and the way they choose too.

Vera Ribeiro

Field Care Supervisor – Horsham

I came to the UK in 2016 for 4 years to have a different experience outside of my country, Portugal and develop my language skills. During these 4 years, I gained experience in the health and social care industry. Due to COVID, I returned to Portugal and was there for 4 years and then beginning of this year, I decided to return to the UK.

Caremark gave me the opportunity to work as a FCS, which has been challenging but I truly enjoy collaborating with staff and engaging with our customers. I believe that by working together and supporting each other as a team, we can create a positive impact and environment that benefits both Care Assistants and customers. My focus is on building strong relationships to ensure that everyone feels valued, appreciated, and supported and that we provide the best service possible.

Charley Ayling

Field Care Supervisor for Storrington

I started my career in care when I was 18 after doing my A Levels in psychology, sociology and health and social care. I worked in a care home on a nursing floor for 2 years and then went onto work on a dementia unit where I worked up until 2023. Whilst working here I worked my way up to a team leading position where I was responsible for running the unit and guiding my staff.

I joined Caremark in 2023 as a field care supervisor. This job role has grown my confidence and I always work ensuring high quality person centred care. I take pride in my work and ensure I am a great support and listener to both our carers and customers. I am extremely passionate about my job and very proud of what I do.

Paula Byrne

Care Co-Ordinator Horsham

I am the care co Ordinator for Horsham North and South, I started with Caremark in 2020 as care support worker and moved to the Caremark office in 2022.

I worked as a carer for over 12 years and then moved into retail for 22 years, returning to caring during the pandemic.

I believe that you need to have a caring nature and people skills to get the best for my team and customers

Alex Charij

Care Co-Ordinator for Storrington, Steyning & Henfield

I started out my care career journey after deciding to have a change, going from managing a private Ambulance Company where I had been for 8 years to becoming a Care Assistant in Wiltshire Oct 2020.

I was a Care Assistant for 2 months before it was recognised.

I held the skills needed to be a Co-Ordinator. I Co-ordinated in Salisbury Wiltshire until Feb 2023 when I moved to West Sussex I joined the Caremark team as a Co-Ordinator in March 2023.

I pride myself on listening to staff and customers and doing my utmost best for them and always live by the moto’s treat how you wish to be treated and don’t expect someone to do something your not willing to do yourself.

Elle Fitzgerald

Care Coordinator for Billingshurst & Pulborough

As a dedicated Care Coordinator for Pulborough and Billingshurst, I bring over years of experience in the healthcare and social care sectors. I joined the Caremark team in June 2024, having relocated from Kent to West Sussex to continue my dedication to providing exceptional care and support.

My passion lies in making a positive impact in the Pulborough and Billingshurst communities for both my team and clients. Through my role at Caremark, I aim to leverage my expertise and compassion to contribute to a dedicated team, ensuring the highest standard of care for clients in a supportive and collaborative environment. I strive to ensure every client receives the support and services they need to lead fulfilling lives.