Meet the Team

The Leadership Team

Nicky Pooley is our Operations Manager

I joined The Grange (2016) Ltd in 2012 after previously working as an Assistant Company Secretary for a large plc. It didn’t take me long to realise that The Grange (2016) Ltd is a very special place!

As Operations Manager for the business, I head up an amazing team who work diligently to provide care, support and opportunities to the individuals we support which is second to none! My passion for the Grange is enormous. It offers something incredibly special to everyone who either work or live here.

The enthusiasm that myself and my team have for giving people the best experiences in life knows no bounds, and it is our pleasure to make sure the people we support live enriched, fulfilled and happy lives.

Tracy Branch is the Deputy Manager at The Grange

I started working at the Grange in 2014 after spending the previous 27 years working in the catering industry, I started as the cook and quickly began working support shifts and found I loved it.

I was later made a Senior and really enjoyed the challenges the role brought, I spent the next 6 ½ years in the role until 1^st April (no joke) 2021 when I successfully landed the role of Deputy Manager.

I am very passionate about The Grange and the individuals we support, I feel its an honour and a privilege to work in such an amazing place with a dedicated caring team.

Sam Wise is Team Leader for our Cranbrook Services

I joined the Grange group at the end of January 2021 as a Team Leader for the Wheatfield houses. I came from a caring background for many years.

Since joining The Grange I’ve been given the opportunity straight away to further my career and study for my Level 5 Adult Care Worker Qualification and have lots of support along the way with my position too. The whole atmosphere makes it a lovely place to work, I’m very grateful to everyone for their support and will be here for many years to come.

Janet Churchett is Senior Support Worker at The Grange

I have worked in the care sector now for nearly 20 years, from community care, dementia care and then returning to supporting adults with learning disabilities, which is where my heart lies.

I have always been incredibly passionate about the care I deliver to each individual. I have been working at The Grange since 2023 and recently became a senior.

I strive every day to ensure the individuals we support live enriched, fulfilled and happy lives.