Bishops Way
Bishops Way is a service for up to 15 people with Mental Health Disorders, Dementia, Learning Disabilities, Autism, or other Complex Care needs. We support people with a person-centred approach utilising care or recovery models or enablement as appropriate. We are situated in Meltham village, which is a vibrant busy village with a range of shops and entertainment on our doorstep.
Address: Meltham, Huddersfield, HD9 4BW
About the home
We Pride ourselves with upskilled, competent, and compassionate staff who have skills and specialist knowledge to support people with complex behavioural challenges through a positive behavioural support framework. Our in house clinical Psychologist, clinical lead & Therapy team, lead and support the homes to achieve the best outcome for each individual resident. We celebrate individuality to gain the best possible outcomes.
Our Company Values and Ethos underpin all that we do. We truly believe in investing in our teams to ensure they have the right knowledge and skills, this together with their passion to make a difference, is what makes our team special, and together we can make a difference.
We have a therapy team of a Positive Behaviouralist and Service Managers to develop meaningful activities within our service to support our residents. Moving and Handling, PROACT-SCIPr-UK training to use the diversion and distraction approach, care planning, capacity assessments, community assessments and social activity support. Their experience, expertise and input ensure that the people we support receive therapeutic support to lead a safer and independent life.
Bishops Way is a purposefully designed building with 14 single bedrooms with en-suite accommodation and 2 self-contained flats provided on 2 floors. The Service has a conservatory, Bistro for informal dining, communal areas, garden areas and a cosy cinema room. We encourage all the people we support to create their own private, safe space in their room.
Service Manager
Daniel Lawrence
Dan has six years’ experience working in the Health and Social Care sector, supporting individuals with a wide range of complex care needs. During this time, he has demonstrated a strong commitment to his professional development, progressing from Support Worker to Team Leader, Deputy Manager and now Service Manager at Bishops Way.
Dan has successfully completed his Level 5 Diploma in Adult Care, further developing his knowledge and leadership skills within the sector.
Dan is passionate about providing high-quality, person-centred care and creating an environment where individuals feel valued, supported and at home. Working closely with his Deputy Manager, Dan has helped to create a warm, welcoming and homely environment at Bishops Way, ensuring the service remains focused on the needs, preferences and wellbeing of the individuals who live there.
Deputy Manager & Positive Behaviourist
Paula Nuttall
Paula has worked in Health and Social Care for over 17 years, with eight of those years spent working for The Hennessy Partnership. During her time with the organisation, Paula has demonstrated her commitment to professional development and progression, advancing from Support Worker to Team Leader and now to Deputy Manager at Bishops Way.
Paula is passionate about supporting individuals with a range of complex care needs and has a particular specialism in Positive Behaviour Support (PBS). She has successfully completed her Level 5 Award in Leadership and Management, further strengthening her knowledge and leadership skills.
Paula is also a qualified Train the Trainer for Moving and Handling and plays an important role in supporting our services to deliver safe, person-centred and bespoke care-planned activities in accordance with Health and Safety legislation and best practice.
With her extensive experience, specialist knowledge and commitment to person-centred care, Paula continues to make a valuable contribution to the individuals and teams she supports.
