The Derian House Care Team includes registered children’s and adult nurses, learning disability nurses, play specialists, clinical support workers, physiotherapists, social worker, family counsellor, bereavement support, sibling support worker and volunteers.
Senior Management

David
Chief Executive
My career started in the travel industry and over a period of 30 years I worked for private and corporate organisations ending my travel career with a large listed business.

Lynn
Director of Clinical Services
I have more than 30 years of nursing experience working in a number of hospitals across the country in Paediatric Intensive Care and Paediatric Oncology.

Luke
Head of Facilities and Infrastructure
As Head of Facilities and Infrastructure I am responsible for the management of services and processes that support the core operation of Derian House.

Ben
Head of People and Culture
I have a passion for working alongside people and improving the way in which they interact with our organisation.

Caroline
Head of Income, Marketing and Communications
As Head of Income, Marketing and Communications it’s my job to make sure everybody knows about the good work we do at Derian House.

Andrew
Head of Retail and Online Sales
As Head of Retail and Online Sales my aim is to present our customers with a vibrant, service-focused experience in all of our shops.

Diane
Head of Finance
I am a qualified accountant and have worked at Derian House Children’s Hospice since 2014.

Vanessa
Head of Governance and Compliance
As Compliance Manager for the hospice, it’s my job to protect the legal and ethical integrity of the charity.
Senior Care Team

Ruth
Hospice Manager

Dawn
Family and Young People Services Manager
As the Family and Young People Services Manger my role is to oversee the Family Support Team, Play and Wellbeing team, Youth Work and Transition Support within the hospice.

Clare
Community Service Manager
As the Community Service Manager my role is to support the community teams to ensure families have choice…

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What Our Families Say...
The most perfect place for peace and support at such a difficult time when losing a son and grandson.
The stuff that goes on behind those doors is heart-warming.
What an amazing place full of amazing people!
We are very grateful to be a part of the Derian family.
We cannot thank you enough for looking after us all through the toughest time.
Thank you for helping us make memories with our little girl that we will treasure forever.
We will be forever grateful.
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