Jan marks 30-year career in the care sector
Willowbank Care Home in Carnoustie marked a heartfelt moment recently with a fond farewell to long‑serving Home Manager, Jan Robertson.
She retired after an extraordinary career spanning more than three decades in care.
And as a huge Formula One enthusiast, the team brought along Jan’s favourite driver, Lewis Hamilton, to make her day.
To celebrate her retirement and honour the impact she has had on so many colleagues, residents and families throughout the years, Jan’s team organised a special gathering, including thoughtful gifts, some of her favourite tasty cream cakes.
But the ‘icing’ had to be her very own, life-sized cardboard cut-out of Lewis Hamilton.
Her team describe Jan as an inspiring leader, a steady mentor, and the motivating force that has shaped Willowbank.
As owner BCG’s longest‑serving home manager, she has been instrumental to the home’s growth, development, and unwavering commitment to high‑quality care.
Her leadership extended beyond Willowbank and 2010, Jan took on the role of home manager at the BCG’s Clement Park home in Dundee, bringing her trademark compassion to a new team. However, Willowbank remained close to her heart, and she returned in 2012.
Jan said: "It has been my life’s honour to work alongside so many remarkable people, and be a part of our residents’ lives – and their families’.”