Our staff

Pauline Gunnell

Pauline has been employed at My Choice for over five years and progressed to Deputy Care Manager at Kestrel House in February 2016. Pauline was then promoted and commenced her role as Registered Care Manager at Kingfisher View on 2nd May 2017. Pauline has increased her knowledge and professionalism and has an extensive background in Social Care.

Pauline worked as an SEN Assistant for seven years, Residential Care Worker for six years and a Family Support and Inclusion Manager. Pauline then started her own business for a short while to then return back into residential care services. Pauline has worked with a wide variety of young people with differing needs and has developed behaviour management plans and implemented transition plans. Pauline has strong leadership skills and develops staff members to ensure they reach their full potential.

Pauline has an extensive educational background. She has achieved her Certificate in Counselling Skills, BSC Hons in Psychology, Diploma in Therapy and Counselling, NCFE Safeguarding Children and Young People. Pauline is the Team Teach Instructor for the Company. She is also one of the two the Outcomes Star trainers. Pauline has completed the Diploma Level 5 Leadership and Management Award. Pauline is also completing the Therapeutic Practitioners Award.

Michelle Allen

Michelle has been employed at My Choice for over 7 years.

Michelle has worked within the care sector since 2002, roles including Social Care Assistant, Registered Domiciliary Care Manager and Registered Service Manager at Mencap. She has gained a wealth of experience and progressed within My Choice, starting her employment in September 2012 as a Senior Residential Support Worker to Deputy Care Manager at Ivy Cottage and to her current position as Care Manager at Pebble House. Michelle has achieved her Level 3 Diploma and Level 4 in Health and Social Care. Michelle has also commenced her Diploma Level 5. Michelle has attended numerous training courses to maintain her CPD and has a wealth of experience supporting vulnerable young people.

Declan Lola

Declan has been employed at My Choice for approaching 14 years.

Declan has over 15 years experience working with young people and their families, 8 years in residential settings. Declan has developed his career with My Choice from Residential Support Worker to his current position as Registered Care Manager. Declan is currently undertaking his Open University Degree in Social Work and has achieved the NVQ Level 3 in Care and Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management with Young People.