The Oasis Recovery Bradford team
Oasis Bradford detox clinic has a passionate and committed team of experienced addiction treatment nurses, key workers and recovery support workers; many of whom have overcome their own struggles with addiction. This provides us with a unique insight and understanding of addiction, the common causes, and how to overcome them successfully. Our professional clinical team combine their personal experience, training and qualifications to re-inspire our clients, give them hope and set them achievable goals to help move them away from addiction and towards recovery. Clients benefit from a warm and compassionate environment, that is completely non-judgemental.
Furthermore, we wholeheartedly support our clients through their entire recovery journey with us; assisting them as they transition from active addiction, through detox and supporting them back into successful clean and sober community living.
Here is the Oasis Bradford team:
Michelle Burgess
Centre Manager - Oasis Bradford
Michelle is a highly skilled professional and a proficient operational manager. Her background is implementing and developing services across statutory and third-sector organisations, including the NHS and HMPPS. Michelle has vastexperience in managing drug and alcohol treatment services, criminal justice services, and secure psychiatric rehabilitation units, demonstrating her strongleadership and strategic planning skills.
Michelle brings a strong academic foundation to her work and holds formal training in behavioural science, addiction studies, and therapeutic practice from Leeds University. Additionally, she achieved a Post Graduate Degree at the University of Huddersfield in 2014, and her background as a Psychosocial Practice Educator enhances her ability to deliver effective education, training, and tailored support to diverse groups.
Passionate about driving meaningful change, Michelle is committed to improving the quality of care and accessibility of services for individuals experiencing addiction and for families and communities affected by it. She strives to create impactful support services that foster resilience and promote safer, healthier lives and communities for all.
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Sarah Deaville
Deputy Centre Manager
Sarah has been working in the Substance Misuse Field for over four years. Sarah started working for Oasis Recovery in December 2013 and has worked her way up from Support Worker to Recovery Coach.
Sarah qualified as a Social Worker in July 2013 which involved different placement experience including; a Learning Mentor in a Primary School, a Mental Health Support Worker in a Mental Health Hostel and a Support Worker for a Community Drug and Alcohol Team.
Sarah has also completed her ASYE in regards to her Social Work Qualification and Person Centred Counselling Training.
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Lauren Wray
Office Manager
Lauren has been working at Oasis Recovery Communities since the start of 2023, Lauren started at Oasis as an administrator and worked her way to office manager.
Lauren is passionate about helping other people going through addiction and is keen to learn new things.
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Sophie Lawton
Therapist
Sophie began her journey at Oasis Bradford in 2021 as a student and later transitioned into a bank support worker role while continuing her studies. Over time, she progressed to her current position as a therapist.
Sophie recently completed a Master’s in Forensic Psychology, which has provided her with valuable skills and knowledge for her role.
Her passion for working in the substance misuse field has been a constant driving force, and she is deeply committed to supporting individuals on their path to recovery.
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Adwoa Wiredu
Nurse
Adwoa has been a registered general nurse for 5 years. Her background is in district nursing, disability nurse assessor, working in nursing care homes and in a high dependency rehabilitation hospital that offers psychiatric intensive care and low secure mental health services.
Adwoa joined us in February 2025 and is passionate in progressing to become experienced in the field of Substance Misuse. With determination and enthusiasm for learning, Adwoa is committed to supporting individuals in their journey to recovery.
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Jennifer Smouse
Nurse
Jennifer has been a registered general nurse for 19 years. She previously did geriatric nursing so has lots of experience in caring for others. Jennifer joined us in June 2018 and is gaining more experience every day in the Substance Misuse Field.
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Gemma Jam
Nurse
Gemma Jam has worked in various care settings, supporting individuals with different learning difficulties for nine years as a support worker. Her passion for care led her to pursue a career in nursing. In 2005, she attended Leeds College of Technology, where she completed a foundation degree in Health and Social Care. She furthered her studies at Leeds University, earning another foundation degree in 2012 before moving to Scotland to study nursing.
Qualifying as a registered nurse in 2016, Gemma gained experience working in a discharge lounge and as a community nurse. She later joined an agency, working as an agency nurse in various nursing homes across North and West Yorkshire. She is now excited for the opportunity to join the team at Oasis Bradford and looks forward to contributing to their work.
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Bernadette Seraphin-Ellis
Nurse
Bernadette has been a Registered Adult Nurse since 1993, with extensive experience in medical, surgical, and haematology nursing. She has also been a qualified midwife for 26 years and holds a BSc in Health Studies. For the past five years, she has been dedicated to working in substance misuse at Oasis Recovery Communities, where she continues to enjoy her role while expanding her knowledge and expertise in the field.
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Jane Nkosana
Bank Nurse
Jane Nkosana is a highly experienced addiction nurse with over 24 years of expertise in substance misuse treatment, mental health support, and patient education. For the past seven years, she has served as a bank nurse at Bradford Oasis Recovery Communities, bringing her passion and skills to support individuals on their recovery journey.
In addition to her nursing career, Jane is also an experienced school teacher, blending medical knowledge with education to equip students with essential life skills and health awareness. Her dual role enables her to bridge the gap between healthcare and education, providing a holistic approach to wellness, prevention, and long-term well-being.
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Waqas Maqsood
Counsellor
Waqas holds a master's degree in integrative counseling, complemented by a strong background in neuroscience. With a deep understanding of both the psychological and biological aspects of mental health, he is committed to providing comprehensive support to individuals seeking to improve their well-being.
His approach is rooted in evidence-based practices, integrating his knowledge of brain science with therapeutic techniques to address a wide range of mental health challenges. Waqas is passionate about helping others achieve balance and fulfillment in their lives, and he strives to make a meaningful impact in the field of mental health.
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Carol Difiori
Support Worker
Carol has worked for Oasis for 2 1/2 years as a support worker, she has an NVQ in Health and Social Care as well as an NVQ in Working with Children and Young People. Her previous roles include working with different charities as a Befriender to young carers, supporting and encouraging the young carer to build their confidence and self-esteem.
She feels her training combined with her own life experiences as a parent and grandparent equips her with the necessary tools and skills.
Katie Nichols
Support Worker
Katie has come from supporting addiction in her family. Katie is not from an addiction background herself but has a passion to work in substance misuse after supporting family and helping to raise a family members children. Katie came to oasis as a volunteer before becoming a support worker. Katie has since then been given the opportunity to complete an NVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care which she is currently working towards.
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Lauren Hindle
Support Worker
Lauren began her career at Oasis Bradford in 2024 as a Support Worker, following the completion of her Bachelor's in Psychology. This academic background has equipped her with essential skills and knowledge relevant to her role. With prior experience and a strong passion for working with individuals facing complex needs, Lauren is dedicated to transferring her expertise into the substance misuse field. She is deeply committed to supporting individuals throughout their recovery journey.
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Eyitayo Akinsanmi
Support Worker
Tayo has worked within the care sector for about two years, caring and supporting elderly people. Tayo joined Oasis Bradford early 2025 and has a passion for helping people get over drug and substance abuse. Tayo is working towards an NVQ level 3 in health and social care and has completed a master's degree.
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Dawn Kemp
Support Worker
Dawn has previously served as a Police Community Support Officer, providing support to people in a variety of challenging circumstances.
Having lived through her own experience with addiction, she brings a unique perspective, understanding both the professional and personal sides of the issue. Dawn is deeply passionate about caring for others and helping them navigate their own journeys through addiction.
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Sophie Pickles
Support Worker
I have been at Oasis Recovery since 2021 as a student starting off, I then went onto being a full time support worker, I enjoy helping and supporting other people.
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Percy Muneka
Support Worker
Percy joined Oasis Recovery in December 2021 having spent over 20 years in health and social care. He considers this a challenge well worth pursuing having worked in other health care settings over the years
Percy holds qualifications in Mental Health studies and a Level 3 Diploma in Social Care. Percy also volunteered within Charitable organisations for the homeless and wishes to further his studies in Mental Health in the near future.
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Donna Midgleys
Support Worker
Donna has been working within the care sector for 7 years caring for elderly people, Donna has also been doing voluntary work within the addiction field since 2009. Donna is very excited to be working in the addiction field as she has had a passion for this for a long while.
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Ellie Wormald
Support Worker
Ellie joined us in early 2025 coming from a background of 2 years in residential care, Ellie is very excited to join the team and has a strong passion for helping those with substance abuse during their recovery with aims to become the best version of themselves.
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Hadiyah Hussain
Bank Support Worker
Hadiyah began her journey at Oasis Bradford in 2023, as a student, and later transitioned into the role as a bank support worker. Hadiyah is currently working towards obtaining her qualification in Social Work and is passionate about supporting those with enduring mental health and substance misuse disorders, in their path to recovery. She is deeply committed to developing her professional knowledge base in the substance misuse field. Hadiyah has a strong interest in culturally sensitive care within mental health services, and wishes to continue her research in this subject area.
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Dawn Sheeran
Chef
Dawn has worked in catering for over 40 Years, Ranging from care homes to corporate catering. Dawn used to make buffet style meals for BBC, Bradford cathedral and many more.
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Mateusz Bezubik
Maintenance
Mateusz has always enjoyed repairing and building things for others, which led him to pursue a career in this field. Over the past few years, he has gained extensive experience working as a maintenance professional in a large company warehouse and as a house renovator, where he developed a wide range of building and repair skills.
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Jade Fawcett
Housekeeper
Jade joined Oasis Bradford in 2021. She has over 10 years of cleaning experience in both commercial and domestic settings in which she likes to keep a clean and tidy environment within her role. Since being a team member at Oasis Braford she has widened her knowledge of addiction and recovery and hopes to keep that going.
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