Support team

Rachel joined the practice in 2007 as a receptionist at our Hyde surgery. At the end of 2008 she moved to our main Ashton surgery to become the practice manager. In her spare time she enjoys walking Bobby, her Cocker Spaniel, and keeping fit.

Jayne joined the practice in June 2017. She has always worked in an office based environment so thoroughly enjoys the huge variation to her role as practice administrator of the surgery. Outside of work, Jayne enjoys spending her time with her family and rescue dog called Pebbles. She also enjoys being creative and crafty, creating sweet treats.

Rebecca came to our practice over 20 years ago. She began her career with us as a nursing assistant, lasting 17 years, covering the multitude of tasks a nurse is expected to do. After leaving to have a family Rebecca returned to work part time at our Ashton surgery as an office administrator.

Sylvia began her career at Gourley Veterinary Surgeons in September 2012, and now works full time at our Ashton surgery. She looked at her new role as an exciting new venture as she had never worked in the veterinary sector before. She spends her spare time with her family and their mischievous Shih Tzu’s.

Marie joined the Gourley Vets team after taking an early retirement from her job as a social worker to pursue a new career. She is based at our Newton Heath surgery where she enjoys being a receptionist as she has the opportunity to meet new people and their wonderful pets. Marie loves how each animal has it's own characteristics; some are shy, cheeky and very playful, and some are very quiet. Her highlight of the day is when she gets to pet them! Marie has always been a lover of all pets and has a dog herself at home.

Catherine joined the team in September 2017, after working as a receptionist for the NHS for several years. She is based at our Droylsden surgery, and enjoys her job as it is varied and interesting and no two days are the same. In her spare time Catherine enjoys working with her partner on his family’s farm, which involves looking after the dairy, cattle and goats. She and her partner also enjoy travelling to Turkey.

Amy joined the team as a receptionist in April 2018 and is predominantly based at our Ashton surgery. Previously she had enjoyed time working in bars and restaurants. Amy loves the varied aspects of her role. Cats and owls are her favourite animals.

Jane joined the team in April 2015. Having previously worked in the banking industry, veterinary life was a very different career path. Jane enjoys interacting with the clients and their pets. In her free time, Jane spends time with her family and her numerous cats and rabbits. Jane works part time at our Hyde surgery.

Wendy joined the team at Gourley in October 2016 and loves working with animals and interacting with the clients. Her spare time is spent with her husband; they love to travel and enjoy music festivals. Wendy has a son who bought a new addition to the family in the form of Figo the Dachshund. Wendy works at our Hyde surgery.

Michelle joined the practice in 2008, working full time at our Ashton surgery. She finds her work here is varied and encounters new objectives most days. She has always had a passion for animals and currently has several cats, two of which are Gourley rescue pets. Michelle’s main passion has always been horses to which her dream came true in 2010 when she became the owner of a beautiful fell pony named Jet, who takes up the majority of her time outside of work.

Sarah joined the team here at Gourley in December 2017, and works at our Stalybridge surgery. She loves the variety of her role and enjoys the client and pet bond. Her favourite part of the job is welcoming new clients and sneaking a cuddle with their pet when she can. In her spare time, Sarah is busy with her two children and their numerous activities.