Meet our team

I have been working in social care for over 30 years, starting my career as a Support Worker, I have since undertaken various roles in the sector with several providers, covering both Adults and Childrens services. I am a qualified Social Worker and for the last 20 years I have been operating within senior management teams overseeing both operations and development functions.

I joined Swanton Care in 2017 and until recently was the Executive Director for Quality & Ethos, having previously been the Chief Operating Officer and Responsible Individual.

I am extremely committed to ensuring that the people using our services receive the highest quality of support provision possible, and that they, along with all of our teams, are given opportunities and support to develop and succeed.

I joined the finance team at Swanton Care in September 2021 as Chief Financial Officer.

My experience before that was in companies providing domiciliary and complex care at home. The transition to Swanton Care has given me the opportunity to be embedded in the ethos in our residential and support living services, not just a finance figure in head office! I am passionate about empowering our teams to deliver our person-centred, high quality service. We can do this via personalised pricing models to achieve our goal that Every Moment Matters.

I joined Swanton to lead the people strategy and oversee recruitment, HR, learning and development and communications. I was impressed by Swanton’s ETHOS and how it can be seen in all of its support settings.

I credit a previous Managing Director for recognising where my skills were best placed. Following an appraisal, it was suggested that I was better with people than numbers, this quickly saw me move from the banking and finance and into HR.

That conversation pathed the way for my career in HR. Although I have worked in different sectors, I have a real passion for social care where I have spent over 20 years in various HR roles, working in a large national not for profit organisation, charities and small regional companies. These roles have seen me working within settings that support a range of needs; older person, nursing, learning disabilities, Autism, mental health, forensic and secured accommodation.

I believe that for children and people we support to achieve the best outcomes, their support teams need to work in an environment that truly empowers them through development, coaching and wellbeing.

I joined Swanton Care as Finance Director in summer 2024, bringing with me extensive experience across a variety of finance roles. Prior to this, I was part of the finance team at a national provider of residential and supported living services, where I gained valuable, sector-specific insight and transferable skills that I’ve carried into my role at Swanton.

Since joining, I’ve had the opportunity to work closely with our Services and see first-hand how Swanton’s ethos and values are embedded throughout the organisation. It’s a real privilege to be in a finance role where your work can contribute to making a positive, meaningful impact on people’s lives.

My focus is on ensuring Swanton has the financial strength and resources needed to deliver high-quality care and support, while maintaining the long-term sustainability and commercial health of the group. I’m also committed to supporting and empowering the team, fostering a culture of empathy, respect, and trust—always keeping the people we support at the centre of every decision we make.

As Managing Director for the South at Swanton Care & Community, I bring over 20 years of experience within the social care sector. My career began as a Support Worker in 2003, and since then I have progressed through a range of operational leadership roles, including Keyworker, Registered Manager, Area Manager, Regional Director, and Divisional Director. This journey has provided me with a strong understanding of frontline care, effective leadership, and the importance of delivering high-quality, person-centred support.

Throughout my career, I have specialised in services supporting people with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs. I am passionate about developing outstanding services, empowering colleagues, and creating environments where the people we support can thrive, achieve their goals, and live fulfilling lives.

I hold a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management, an ILM Level 5 qualification, a Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Leadership and Management, and a Postgraduate Certificate in Strategic Leadership. I am also a Chartered Manager (CMgr). With a particular interest in Positive Behavioural Support, I remain committed to continuous learning, innovation, and improving outcomes for the people we support.

In addition to my operational leadership responsibilities, I have extensive experience as a Responsible Individual, providing governance, oversight, and assurance across regulated services. I believe that great care starts with great leadership, and I am dedicated to building strong teams, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring quality is at the heart of everything we do.

Outside of work, I enjoy horse riding, keeping active, travelling, and spending time with my family and pets.

I joined Swanton Care in July 2026 as Managing Director for the North, bringing more than 30 years of experience in health and social care. I began my career as a Support Worker and have held senior executive  leadership roles since 2006, with experience across both residential and supported living services. I am passionate about leading high-performing  operational teams that deliver exceptional, person-centred care and  support. By championing Swanton Care’s PRIDE ethos, I am committed to  creating environments where people are empowered to live fulfilling,  independent lives, while supporting colleagues to provide the highest standards of care every day. Working collaboratively with colleagues,  families and partners, I focus on driving  continuous improvement, achieving positive outcomes and ensuring every person receives  high-quality, person-centred support tailored to their individual needs.

I have spent nine years working for a highly awarded national live-in care provider, working predominantly with older people and people living with dementia. During my time there I held a variety of roles, both operational and strategic, including Care Manager, Quality Manager and latterly Director of Quality Assurance responsible for both the Quality and Compliance and Learning and Development Teams.

I worked most recently for a North-West based provider of residential and supported living services for people with learning disabilities and autism who specialise in supporting individuals with complex behavioural needs.

I'm passionate about creating structures which result in demonstrable improvements in health and wellbeing outcomes for the people we support and have extensive experience in developing and utilising digital technology to deliver such improvements.

In my spare time I'm on the board of two charities; Talkback; a Berkshire charity providing education and life skill opportunities for people with learning disabilities and autism, and Age UK.

As IT Digital Services Director, I lead Swanton’s digital strategy—overseeing our systems, data, and digital infrastructure, alongside a fantastic team that keeps everything running smoothly.

I began my career as an Orthotist in the NHS but quickly found myself drawn to the world of digital systems, starting with support for an electronic patient records system. That early experience sparked a passion for technology that ultimately led me into Digital Services.

With over two decades of experience in healthcare—particularly in the mental health and learning disability sector—I’ve developed a broad skill set spanning project management, systems architecture, service delivery, and data and analytics. I’ve also worked across nearly every business function, from Operations and Finance to Clinical and HR.

I’m passionate about harnessing digital tools to build a more efficient, future-ready workforce. Staying ahead of the curve with new technology and innovations is something I genuinely enjoy—and it’s exciting to bring that energy to a role that makes a difference.

I’ve worked in property and facilities management for over 30 years, with experience spanning commercial leadership and large-scale estates projects. I joined Swanton in 2020 as Estates Project Manager and was proud to become Group Estates Director in 2024.

In my role, I oversee the development and upkeep of our estate across the UK, ensuring every environment is safe, supportive, and built around the needs of the people we support. I’m passionate about creating spaces that promote wellbeing, independence, and dignity.

Looking ahead, my focus is on futureproofing our settings—through thoughtful design, sustainability, and innovation—to support the delivery of great care for years to come.

Over the past 25 years, I’ve committed my career to supporting children, young people, and vulnerable adults. My background spans various sectors, including education, youth work, youth offending, and learning and physical disabilities. I’ve also worked within foster and residential care, as well as in social care inspection, regulation, registration, and enforcement.

Throughout my career, I’ve held numerous operational and management roles, along with senior leadership positions in the private sector, local government, and civil service. I am passionate about helping children and young people reach their full potential and take immense pride in fostering improvement and achieving positive outcomes.

I joined Swanton Care and Community in July 2019 as Interim Regional Director and became Registered Manager of Southfields a short time later. During early 2024 I was then promoted to Divisional Director of Scotland. I have over 18 years operational management experience across all sectors of health and social care in Scotland. Professionally, I remain a Registered Mental Health nurse and as such I also lead and coordinate our Mental Health First Aiders across all of our services nationally.

My drive is to lead and support my team to provide person led care through empowering the people we support to achieve their potential and aspirations in life. We work in collaboration with all our partners in order to provide the very best service we can. As a former Scots Guardsman, I feel it is important to make a difference in young people’s lives and have been an Adult Volunteer with the Army Cadet Force for several years.

I joined Swanton Care & Community in September 2021 as the Regional Director for the East Anglian region and have since stepped into the role of Divisional Director for the East of England.

I have been a Registered Nurse (RNLD) for over 25 years and have enjoyed a varied and rewarding career across a wide range of services and senior leadership roles. My experience spans operational management, service development and quality oversight, all focused on supporting people with learning disabilities and complex needs.

I hold an MBA and an APMP qualification, strengthening my approach to strategic leadership, service improvement and effective programme delivery.

I am incredibly proud of the teams I work alongside and the passion they bring to supporting the people in our services. Making a positive difference — both to the lives of the individuals we support and to our colleagues across the division — remains at the heart of everything I do.

I bring over 15 years of experience in the social care sector, having started my career as a support worker in 2009. Over the years, I have held various leadership roles, which have given me a deep understanding of both the challenges and rewards of delivering high-quality care.

I’ve had the opportunity to collaborate with technology companies to develop assistive technologies, and most recently, I served as a Strategic Leader overseeing 130 services across residential, respite, domiciliary, and ISL provisions. My dedication to ensuring that care is personalised and tailored to each individual’s unique needs is central to my work, and I firmly believe that every voice matters and deserves to be heard.

I started my career in 2003 as a bank support worker and I have worked hard to progress, I was promoted within a year to a Team Leader, then a Registered Manager, I make it my mission to ensure that every person has a voice and a person-centred plan in place.

I joined Swanton Care as a Registered Manager in 2019 and I was delighted in 2022 to be promoted to the Regional Operations Director for the Central and Yorkshire Region for Swanton Care.

It’s my passion to ensure that I provide the guidance to my teams to enable them to care for people we support at an outstanding level. I am committed to making a difference to the lives of the people we support and my team whilst being present in each area of my region, making the time to visit each home as much as possible.

I have worked in the Health and Social Care sector for nearly 25 years, building my career across a range of regions including the North East, the Midlands and the South. Throughout this time, I have primarily supported individuals with autism, learning disabilities and mental health conditions, alongside people with a range of other needs.

My career has always been driven by a commitment to providing high-quality, person-centred care, supporting people to live as independently as possible and to have real choice and control over their lives. I have also always seen myself as a strong team player, offering support, guidance and encouragement to colleagues — values that have stayed with me since my early days as a Support Worker.

I hold a Level 7 qualification in Leadership and Management and have previously worked as a trainer in Mental Capacity Act (MCA) and Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS). I have also held Nominated Individual status and have worked in a wide range of operational roles, giving me a broad understanding of service delivery and leadership within care.

Over the years, I have been proud to contribute to positive quality outcomes, service development and growth, helping to create high-quality homes where people feel safe, supported and empowered to thrive.

I lead with a strong belief in giving people the best lives possible and ensuring everyone has a voice that is heard and respected. This is something I am deeply passionate about and look forward to continuing as part of my journey with Swanton Care.

With over 40 years’ experience across the private and third sectors, I have dedicated my career to supporting adults and children with learning disabilities and neurodiverse needs. Beginning my journey as a Support Worker, I have gained extensive operational and strategic expertise through a wide range of roles, shaping my approach to leadership and quality improvement.

I am passionate about creating environments where people can truly thrive — places where every moment, and every achievement, matters. My values are rooted in dignity, opportunity and meaningful outcomes, ensuring the individuals we support experience the highest standards of care.

I hold a BA (Hons) in Health Studies, specialising in learning disabilities and the opportunities and inequalities that individuals may face. My academic and professional background continues to inform my commitment to inclusive, person‑centred practice.

I am dual‑registered with the CQC for our Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole branch, where both services under my leadership currently hold Good ratings. I am proud to lead with a focus on quality, consistency and continuous improvement across our division.

My career in care and support has been shaped by a lifelong commitment to supporting people with diverse needs, inspired from an early age by a close friendship with someone with Down syndrome that remains important to me today. I began working in the sector at 16 as a child and young adult outreach worker, which led to roles across mental health, learning disability services, dual diagnosis and adult supported living.

I have held a range of leadership roles, including Deputy Manager and Registered Manager, and later managed a large nursing service supporting adults with complex learning and physical disabilities. Working alongside dedicated teams, I have supported services to significantly improve quality outcomes, including achieving strong CQC ratings.

I have since progressed through senior operational roles, including Operations Manager and Head of Quality Assurance, and now serve as a Divisional Director. Alongside this, I hold a Diploma in Operations Management, further strengthening my leadership capability and strategic focus.

Driven by compassion, quality and a deep belief in the potential of the people we support, my career continues to be shaped by the same passion that sparked it in childhood.

I joined Swanton Care in September 2006 as a Support Worker at Maesteilo care home, since then I have gradually progressed through to Team Leader, Deputy Manager, Home Manager and most recently progressing to Regional Director of Wales in July 2022. Throughout my time with Swanton care, they have supported me through my level 3 and level 5 management qualification in Health and Social Care.

I have supported people with Learning Disabilities and Autism for over 16 years, the knowledge and skills gained during this time is invaluable and has supported my progression through to my current role. My philosophy is to provide person-centred care that embraces safe and meaningful care for the people we support, encouraging growth and opportunity. I am a strong believer that working together works best and working in partnership with the people we support brings more positive and meaningful outcomes.
During my seven years of being a Manager, I have helped developed 4 members of my team who then progressed to Deputy or Managers.

Encouraging my team to develop and grow always bring smile to my face and I look forward to continuing this throughout my role as Regional Director.

I bring over 25 years of experience in social care, supporting both children and adults with learning disabilities and complex health needs. Much of my career has been spent in children’s residential care, where I’ve focused on safeguarding, supporting family connections, and helping young people live fulfilling, ordinary lives.

Most recently, I was a Registered Manager where our team achieved an Outstanding rating across all areas — a reflection of our commitment, development, and the quality of care we provided.

My background also includes working as an Accommodation Team Leader within a domestic abuse service — a crisis management role centred on ensuring the safety and wellbeing of both adults and children. Alongside this, I’ve carried out Regulation 44 visits, maintaining strong links with children’s services.

I hold an NVQ Level 3 in Care, NVQ Level 4 in Management, and a Social Work Diploma in Children and Families, along with additional Health and Safety qualifications. These provide a solid foundation for supporting best practice and creating safe, nurturing environments.

Above all, my priority is — and always has been — the safety and wellbeing of the young people we support. I’m passionate about developing our teams, promoting good practice, and ensuring every child has the opportunity to thrive.

I began working in Social Care sector since January 1996, this was soon after I finished my degree in BSc Behavioural sciences. I commenced employment as a support worker with a not-for-profit organisation working with adults with learning disabilities. This was during the time when Ely hospital in South Wales was in the process transitioning people from hospital to resettle in the community into supported living accommodation.
I continued my employment with the organisation, developing in my career with various roles across the organisation, working with different models of support including supported living, respite, community support and residential manager roles.

I have worked in senior management roles for the last 15 years mainly in operations and quality assurance. I have been a Registered Manager since 2014 with two providers in the last 27 years.
I am a trainer and been the organisational lead for person centred practise, ensuring that people supported live lives to their full potential and are encouraged to have greater choice and control. I feel passionate that people are at the forefront of their own support provision ensuring that the quality-of-service provision is exceptional.

I have recently joined Swanton Care, South East Wales as the Regional Director in August 2023 and look forward to working within this organisation to continue my career development supporting people and staff to reach their goals and aspirations.

I joined Courtyard Care in October 2025 after more than 20 years in health and social care, where I progressed into management and leadership roles. My experience has focused on supporting young people with complex needs, including learning disabilities and autism.

I hold qualifications in care, management, and therapeutic approaches, and I’m passionate about making a positive difference in young people’s lives—celebrating achievements and creating meaningful experiences along the way.

It’s a privilege to work alongside residential teams, families, and professionals to help young people reach their potential. I look forward to supporting managers in their professional development and continuing to create positive memories for every child we care for.

I am delighted to join Courtyard Care as Regional Director for the South, bringing with me over 20 years’ experience in the social care sector. My career has spanned respite care, children’s end-of-life care, complex behaviours and learning disabilities, giving me a broad and compassionate understanding of the challenges faced by the children, young people and families we support.

Throughout my career, I have held senior leadership roles, including managing children’s homes and overseeing multiple services operationally. I am passionate about maintaining high-quality standards and ensuring positive outcomes remain at the heart of everything we do. During my time as a Registered Manager, I was proud to achieve an ‘Outstanding’ Ofsted rating, reflecting my commitment to delivering exceptional care and support.

I hold a Level 3 Diploma in Children’s Care and a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management. Alongside my qualifications, I have spent several years working as a trainer, supporting teams in behaviour management and therapeutic approaches. This has enabled me to share proactive strategies and provide practical tools that help young people develop safe, alternative ways to manage behaviours.

In my role as Regional Director, I am committed to championing best practice, compliance and the development of strong, values-led teams. Above all, my focus is on ensuring every child and young person we support is given the opportunity to thrive and reach their full potential.

I began my career in Health and Social Care at 18, working as a bank support worker for a mental health charity. By the time I was 19, I was managing Supported Living services across the North East — an experience that gave me a strong foundation in supporting people to live fulfilled lives within their communities.

I later moved into a role supporting young adults experiencing homelessness, leading a team through complex and often challenging circumstances. This period strengthened my resilience, leadership skills and commitment to delivering high‑quality, person‑centred support.

In 2017, I joined Swanton Care as a Deputy Manager, supporting the growth of Supported Living services and embedding quality across the region. This role reconnected me with my passion for supporting adults with learning disabilities, and it has been a rewarding part of my career ever since.

I went on to become a Registered Manager and later supported regional development, including opening new services in Seaham and Newcastle and expanding our Supported Living provision. Swanton has continually supported my progression, enabling me to lead larger teams and more complex services.

Over the past eight years, I’ve held several roles — Deputy Manager, Service Manager, Registered Manager, Senior Manager and Operations Manager — before stepping into my current position as Regional Director.

My guiding principle is simple: never stand still. I’m passionate about making a meaningful difference for the people we support and empowering our teams to deliver exceptional, person‑centred care.

With over 25 years of experience in adult social care, I’ve had the privilege of working across a wide range of services, including mental health, learning disabilities, physical disabilities, elderly residential care and, most recently, complex care. I’m passionate about supporting staff teams to enhance the lives of the people we support, making sure every moment truly matters.

I have a strong background in Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) and am continuing to build on this by completing a Leadership in PBS qualification at Northumbria University, due to be completed in December 2026. I also hold a Level 5 Leadership and Management Diploma in Adult Social Care, and was proud to be the first person in England and Wales to achieve a distinction in this qualification — demonstrating my commitment to applying learning directly to practice. In addition, I hold an adult teaching certificate and greatly enjoy delivering training and sharing knowledge with others.

Alongside my professional experience, I have spent 18 years as a voluntary youth leader and family worker, as well as managing a community centre on a voluntary basis. This has given me extensive experience working with children, young people, families and volunteers, shaping my collaborative, people focused approach.

I am committed to high quality care and support, and I’m passionate about working in partnership with the people we support, their families, staff teams and professionals. I believe in unlocking potential and supporting people to live their best life, every day.

I began my career in health and social care at the age of 18, working in domiciliary care. Inspired by the positive impact support can have on people's lives, I quickly developed a passion for helping others and making a meaningful difference.

I went on to work in residential care, supporting children and young people, before moving into a Healthcare Assistant role where I focused on developing my skills and progressing my career. This led to opportunities as a Registered Manager, a Dual-Registered Manager, and later an Operations Manager overseeing multiple services. I have also played a key role in developing and growing a service from the ground up, helping to shape both its culture and delivery.

My qualifications include a Level 3 NVQ in Health and Social Care (Children and Young People), a Level 2 qualification in Supporting People with Learning Disabilities, and a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care.

I am passionate about leading by example, empowering teams to deliver outstanding support, and ensuring the people we support are at the heart of every decision. My focus is on creating positive environments where the people we support can thrive, achieve their goals, and live fulfilling, meaningful lives.

Over the past 13 years, I have supported people with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs, complex needs and Positive Behavioural Support requirements. I am passionate about person-centred care and ensuring every individual has the opportunity to live the life they choose. For me, great support is about creating opportunities, building confidence and promoting independence.

As Regional Director, I oversee services across the South East, including our SCS Surrey branch, and hold the registration for our SCS Southampton and Hampshire branch. I have led services through CQC inspections and quality improvement initiatives, with all services under my leadership currently maintaining Good CQC ratings. I am committed to developing positive, values-led cultures where colleagues can grow and quality remains at the heart of everything we do.

I completed my NVQ in Health and Social Care while at college and have continued to build my knowledge and skills throughout my career, achieving further qualifications along the way. I am now preparing to undertake the Level 5 Operations Manager Award as part of my ongoing professional development.

What started as a temporary role became a career that I am incredibly proud of. Supporting people and leading teams to make a genuine difference remains the most rewarding part of what I do, and I feel privileged to work in a sector that has such a positive impact on people's lives.