The Team
At Merafield View, residents are supported by a multidisciplinary team — nurses, care staff and the wider home team — working together to keep care consistent and daily routines reassuring. We combine strong clinical practice with genuine compassion, taking time to know each resident as an individual. This joined-up approach supports quality of life day to day — from comfort and personal routines to mealtimes, activities and wellbeing. We also work closely with local services, including GPs, pharmacies and community partners, to support residents’ health and wellbeing.
Manager
Charlene
Charlene is an experienced registered nurse and care leader with more than 20 years’ experience in health and social care. As Manager at Merafield View Nursing Home, she leads the delivery of safe, high-quality, person-centred care within a 40-bed service.
Her extensive background in clinical and operational management spans nursing, clinical leadership and senior management roles. She is skilled in quality assurance, audits, staff development, safe staffing, admissions, assessments, recruitment, performance management and partnership working with families, community teams and other healthcare professionals.
Charlene is committed to maintaining high standards, supporting colleagues and continually improving care services. Her leadership style focuses on teamwork, clear communication and creating an environment in which residents are treated with dignity, respect and compassion.
Her professional qualifications include a Business Management Diploma, an OCR Level 5 NVQ in Management, a qualification in Mentorship and Work-Based Learning and Assessment in Health and Social Care, and an Advanced Diploma in Learning Disability Nursing.
“Charlene is committed to maintaining high standards, supporting colleagues and continually improving care services.”
Deputy Manager
Emma
Emma has dedicated more than 12 years to working in social care, building extensive experience in supporting individuals and promoting high standards of care. For the past eight years, Emma has been an integral part of the team at MV, where she has steadily developed her knowledge, leadership skills, and understanding of the care sector.
Beginning her career at MV as the administrator, Emma quickly gained valuable insight into the operational and regulatory aspects of the service. Her commitment, professionalism, and passion for resident wellbeing led to her progression into the role of Deputy Manager, a position she has proudly held for the past five years.
Emma is passionate about fostering a warm, safe, and welcoming environment where residents feel comfortable, valued, and truly at home. She is equally committed to supporting and developing staff, believing that a positive and well-supported team is fundamental to delivering exceptional care. Through her leadership and dedication, Emma helps ensure that Merafield View continues to provide a caring, professional, and supportive environment for residents and their families.
“Delivering safe, effective, and person-centred care, ensuring that every resident receives the support they need while maintaining their dignity, independence, and quality of life.”
Clinical Deputy Manager
Laura
An experienced nursing professional, Laura qualified as a Registered Nurse in 2017 and has built a diverse career across acute, community, and specialist healthcare settings. Joining Merafield View in 2023, she quickly became a valued member of the team, progressing to the role of Clinical Lead in 2024 before being appointed Clinical Deputy Manager in 2026.
Prior to joining Merafield View, Laura served as a Clinical Lead within the community, specialising in the care and rehabilitation of individuals living with complex brain and spinal injuries. This role involved working closely with multidisciplinary teams, the NHS, military organisations, patients, and families to coordinate personalised care plans. During the COVID-19 pandemic, she played an important role at the Nightingale Hospital in Exeter.
As Clinical Deputy Manager, Laura combines extensive clinical knowledge with strong leadership skills to support both residents and staff. She is passionate about delivering safe, effective, and person-centred care, ensuring that every resident receives the support they need while maintaining their dignity, independence, and quality of life.
“We are passionate about fostering a warm, safe, and welcoming environment where residents feel comfortable, valued, and truly at home.”
The Team
“We welcome you to visit, meet our team and experience the warmth and care that make our home feel truly special.”
Work with us
If you are passionate about delivering exceptional care and would like to join our team, please send your CV to info@merafieldview.co.uk
Ready for the next step?
The best way to know if Merafield View feels right is to visit. Meet the team, see the home and ask anything — we’ll guide you step-by-step with clarity and no pressure.
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