Qualifications & Accreditations

At St Mary’s, we prioritise holistic care, ensuring our team is trained to meet the spiritual, emotional, mental, and physical needs of our residents. All staff complete regular mandatory training, including Moving and Handling, Fire Safety, Dementia Awareness, Infection Control, Safeguarding Adults, MCA, Food Hygiene, and Basic Life Support.

New employees undergo a 12-week induction programme covering practical skills and the 15 standards of the Care Certificate. We support staff progression with training up to Level 2 Diploma in Health and Social Care, with pathways to Level 3 for Senior Support Workers. Our Training Support Facilitator provides personalised guidance to meet individual development needs.

Our Registered Nurses pursue external accredited training recognised by the Royal College of Nursing and receive support from Clinical Lead Nurses for revalidation every three years, maintaining the highest professional standards.

At St Mary’s, our experience is more than just years — it’s about the people, stories, families, and lives touched by quality care. Whether you’re seeking short-term respite or long-term support, you can trust our experienced team to provide thoughtful, person-centred care every step of the way.