JOIN OUR TEAM & MAKE A DIFFERENCE EVERY DAY
A career with purpose, volunteering with heart
Royal Alfred is built on the dedication and passion of its people. Whether you’re looking for a rewarding career in care, hospitality, or support services – or want to give back as a volunteer – this is your chance to be part of something special. Our 14-acre estate is more than a workplace; it’s a community where kindness, respect, and teamwork thrive.
Meet the people at the helm
Behind the doors of Belvedere House and Weston Acres, you’ll find a skilled and flourishing team creating a warm, supportive environment.
Our people come from all walks of life, bringing experience, empathy, and professionalism to every role. At the helm is our dedicated senior leadership team – offering vision, expertise, and a deep commitment to delivering the highest standards of care.
Royal Alfred careers
A career with us isn’t just about a job – it’s a chance to grow, contribute, and find real meaning in your work.
We regularly post our latest opportunities on social media and Indeed. Whether you’re an experienced care professional or new to the field, we’d love to welcome you aboard.
Why work with us?
From nursing and care to catering, estates, administration, and wellbeing – every role matters. We believe exceptional care starts with a supported, valued team.
That’s why we invest in our people – offering training, encouragement, and a workplace that feels like family. With staff retention above industry norms, many of our team are longstanding – building a community where both residents and colleagues feel right at home.
What makes us special:
- A role with purpose – Make a real difference in the lives of our residents and tenants every day
- A supportive team culture – Join a workplace where camaraderie and teamwork come first
- Ongoing development – From NVQs to apprenticeships and leadership training, we invest in your growth
- Great benefits – Competitive salaries, generous pension contributions, paid training, and wellbeing support
- A beautiful place to work – Enjoy a unique estate, surrounded by nature and a warm, welcoming team
- Every day is different – No two shifts are the same, and each one offers the chance to make a difference
Ongoing development
We don’t just say we grow our own talent – we truly mean it.
From entry-level roles to leadership positions, we support and celebrate professional development at every stage. Whether you’re working towards an NVQ, completing dementia or clinical training, or stepping into a management role, we’ll help you get there.
We’re proud to champion talent from within. Meet three of our leaders who have risen through the ranks.
“We make sure that everyone earns the London National Living Wage or above. We believe it helps us to build a stronger, more sustainable community – and that’s something we’re passionate about.”
Karen Goddard, Business Manager
Alice Mitroi RGN MSc
Home Manager
Alice Mitroi, RGN MSc
Home Manager
Alice joined Royal Alfred in 2016 as a Staff Nurse and is now our Home Manager.
“I soon realised this was a special kind of place – not your usual care home. I felt supported and at home straight away.”
She progressed to Deputy Clinical Manager in 2017 and become Home Manager in 2020. With a Master’s degree in Health & Social Care and a Diploma in Dementia Care, Alice is proud to lead a team that delivers meaningful, person-centred care every day.
Nick Potroanchenu
Estates Manager
Nick Potroanchenu – Estates Manager
Nick started as a Maintenance Assistant in 2012. Today, he leads our estates team.
“I was working on a refurbishment project here when I saw the job advert. I liked the feel of the place and decided to apply.”
Now managing a team of four plus external contractors, Nick oversees all aspects of estate maintenance and health & safety. He takes pride in keeping the home running smoothly for our residents.
Shirley Anne Campbell
Housekeeping Manager
Shirley Anne Campbell – Housekeeping Manager
Shirley joined as a Care Assistant in 2008 and now leads our housekeeping team.
“The Royal Alfred has been like a second home to me.”
With a lifelong career in care, Shirley brings compassion, resilience, and a team spirit that shines through – especially during Covid, when everyone pulled together across departments to keep residents safe. She believes good communication and continuous learning are the foundations of great care.
Volunteer with us
Volunteers are the heartbeat of our community – bringing joy, connection, and extra sparkle to daily life at Belvedere House.
Whether it’s a few hours a week or occasional support, you can brighten lives and bring genuine companionship to residents.
Ways you can get involved:
- Befriending and social engagement – Chat, share stories, or simply be a friendly face
- Activity & event support – Help with crafts, music sessions, and outings
- Skills-based volunteering – Use your professional skills to support fundraising, IT, admin, or estates
- Community engagement – Build stronger ties with local schools, groups, and our neighbours
Did you know?
%
of volunteers say they enjoy their experience
%
feel they’ve made a difference
%
say volunteering has improved their wellbeing
(source: YouGov for NCVO)
Be part of something special
Whether you’re looking to build a career or give back as a volunteer, we’d love to hear from you.
Email careers@royalalfred.org.uk
Call 01737 360106 and ask for our recruitment team.
Words of appreciation
Real voices, real impact – here’s what people say about working with us:
Such a rewarding experience.
Volunteering at the Royal Alfred was such a rewarding experience. It was great to see the difference we could make… the warm welcome from staff and residents made the day even more special.
Maggie, Bytes Software Services
An opportunity to serve again.
I wanted to join the Royal Alfred to help support a wonderful community of veterans and seafarers. As a military veteran, the opportunity to serve again gives me huge personal satisfaction. Being part of the Royal Alfred is incredibly rewarding.
Andy Mihalop, Tenant Liaison Lead
A chance to give back.
Fundraising is my way of honouring our residents and giving something back to the generation who have paved the way for us.
Damian, Deputy Clinical Manager,
Royal Alfred
Meet the Team
🩺 Meet Damian – Deputy Clinical Manager
High-quality care relies on strong clinical leadership and attention to detail.
As Deputy Clinical Manager, Damian supports the clinical oversight of the home, ensuring care is safe, effective and tailored to each resident’s needs.
Go to Damian for:
• Clinical care and quality assurance
• Care planning and risk management
• Staff clinical support and guidance
• Clinical questions or concerns
Damian works closely with the care team and residents to maintain high standards and promote best practice across the home.
Together, we’re here to support our residents every step of the way.
#MeetTheTeam #ClinicalLeadership #DeputyManager #QualityCare #ResidentWellbeing
Jan 30
🏠 Meet Alice – Registered Home Manager
A strong home starts with clear leadership and a genuine commitment to residents’ wellbeing.
As Registered Home Manager, Alice has overall responsibility for how the home is run day to day, ensuring residents receive safe, compassionate and person-centred care.
Go to Alice for:
• Overall management of the home
• Care standards and service delivery
• Safeguarding and governance
• Compliments, concerns or escalation
Alice works closely with residents, relatives and staff to ensure the home is well-led, welcoming and continuously improving.
Together, we’re here to support our residents every step of the way.
#MeetTheTeam #RegisteredManager #Leadership #CareQuality #ResidentFocused
Jan 29
🌟 What’s On at Belvedere House – February 🌟
There’s lots to look forward to this February at Belvedere House!
Please take a moment to have a look at the posters displayed around the building, which highlight all the activities, events and goings-on planned for the month ahead.
Whether you fancy something social, creative, or just a chance to enjoy good company, we hope there’s something for everyone. 😊
If you have any questions or would like to know more about any of the activities, please speak to a member of the team – we’re always happy to help.
We look forward to sharing another lovely month with you all 💙
#BelvedereHouse #WhatsOn #FebruaryEvents #CommunityLife #ResidentActivities #TogetherAtBelvedere
Jan 28
A gorgeous afternoon at Belvedere House 🌸
Some of our ladies got stuck into a flower arranging session, choosing their blooms, chatting away and creating some really beautiful displays.
Lots of smiles, laughter and creativity on show and the rooms are looking brighter already 💐
#BelvedereHouse #FlowerArranging #ResidentActivities #CreativeMoments #MakingMemories #CareHomeLife #SmilesAllRound
Jan 26
✨ Groovy vibes all round! ✨
We stepped back in time for our 1970’s themed day, and it was a real hit with residents and staff alike 🕺💃
The day was packed with fun, including a 70’s quiz and a brilliant recreation of the classic TV game show Play Your Cards Right, originally hosted by the legendary Bruce Forsyth. Our version brought plenty of laughs, friendly competition and nostalgia, with everyone keen to guess whether the next card would be higher… or lower! 🃏
To top it all off, residents enjoyed a delicious 70’s-inspired menu, featuring much-loved classics that sparked lots of memories and lively conversation around the tables 🍽️
A huge thank you to the team for making the day so special – and to our residents for embracing the theme and joining in with such enthusiasm. Nice to see you… to see you nice! ✨
#1970sThemeDay #70sVibes #PlayYourCardsRight #BruceForsyth #CareHomeLife #ResidentActivities #MakingMemories #FunAndFriendship #ThrowbackDay #TeamEffort
Jan 25
🖍️ Moments that matter 🖍️
This lovely photo captures Lydia, one of our nurses, spending quiet, quality time with a resident while they enjoyed some colouring together.
It’s these unhurried moments of companionship that sit at the heart of what we do, taking the time to talk, listen and simply be present. Activities like colouring can be calming, support focus and creativity, and most importantly, create opportunities for meaningful connection.
A small moment, but one that speaks volumes about the care and kindness shown every day 💙
#CompassionateCare #MomentsThatMatter #ResidentWellbeing #TeamWestonAcres
Jan 23
🎨 Creativity, colour and connection at Belvedere House 🎨
Our residents recently enjoyed a relaxing and creative bottle sand art session with one of our Health and Wellbeing Specialists, Daisy.
Activities like this aren’t just about creating something beautiful (although the results were fantastic!) — they also support wellbeing by encouraging mindfulness, fine motor skills and social connection. It was lovely to see residents chatting, laughing and expressing their creativity in such a calm and supportive setting.
A big thank you to Daisy for leading such an engaging session, and well done to our residents for their wonderful creations 💛
#HealthAndWellbeing #ResidentActivities #CreativeWellbeing #BelvedereHouse #LaterLifeLiving
Jan 22
It was a pleasure to welcome the trustees of Age Concern Banstead to our training room last week for their strategic planning day.
We’re always happy to support local organisations doing such important work in our community, and it’s great to see the space being used for collaboration, reflection, and forward planning.
Thank you for choosing to spend the day with us – we hope the discussions were productive and inspiring.
#Community #LocalCharity #StrategicPlanning #WorkingTogether #Banstead #SupportingOurCommunity #Trustees #Collaboration #ageconcern
Jan 21
