I have worked in the health and social care sector since 1994, and I’ve carried out most roles within care homes in this time, from care worker – through senior and deputy roles – to manager and service manager. I am a qualified trainer in many Social Care subjects.
I am a great believer in teamwork, as I believe we can achieve more when we work together in partnership.
Before I started my career in care I worked as an estate agent administrator. I started my career in healthcare a short time after this and began working as a support worker, I gained experience in this role before I started working as a HR Administrator within health and social care focusing on recruitment & training.
I completed my studies in 2018 whilst working in recruitment to become Level 3 Qualified in property management and residential lettings and have worked as a property liaison officer since. My areas of responsibilities focus on health and safety, reactive and proactive maintenance, preparing tenancy paperwork including assisting prospective clients with universal credit and housing benefit applications
Vanessa is an accomplished and motivated professional with over 10 years of experience in the accounting field and following a successful period of Accounting Lecturer for AAT.
Vanessa will primarily focus on the day-to-day finance activities of Accedo and in particular our budgeted care hours adherence, utilisation and reconciliation.
Vanessa is detail-oriented, ensuring that all data is accurate and well-accounted for. Her other passions are cooking exquisite international cuisine with different spices and sea fishing.
Has over 15 years of senior management experience in the social care sector and specialises in business management and organisational development. In my role managing both processes and people, I’m committed to cultivating a high-performing, values-driven culture at Accedo Care. As an organisation it’s important that we drive excellence while ensuring that every team member feels valued and empowered.
My core areas of responsibility focus on recruitment, employee relations, performance management, and compliance. This includes overseeing key strategic initiatives concerning learning and development, workforce planning, and the integration of technology to ensure our teams remain agile and efficient.
Outside of work I enjoy practicing martial arts and hiking which help to fuel my discipline and focus.
I’m Carla with over 12 years of experience as a Manager in Social Care and Human Resources, and 5 years of running my own events business, I have developed a diverse skill set in leadership and team development.
My background includes strategic workforce planning, client care, and successful event execution, blending my expertise in people management with entrepreneurial experience.
Richard is a 35-year industry veteran, with 4X CEO and 3x Chairman positions with multiple exits.
A nurse by training, after attaining the Six Sigma Black Belt qualification, he spent the middle part of his career leading healthcare transformations in organisations across the UK.
Richard is an advisor to LSE-listed Civitas Investment Management, Chairman of Accedo Care Group and advisor to other healthcare organisations when requested. Richard’s main point of focus are business improvement, growth and successful organisational exits.
I began my journey with Accedo Care Limited in October 2016 as a support worker. I started my permanent role based at Abbey House and was transferred to work across other two services, Crossbrook Street and Thurlestone Avenue. I have had the privilege of growing within the organisation, becoming a Team Leader in 2020 whilst based at Thurlestone Avenue and was transferred back to Abbey House where I have progressed to my current role as Service Manager.
This journey has been incredibly fulfilling, and I genuinely enjoy the work I do every day. I am deeply grateful for the unwavering support from the directors, senior management, and my fantastic team, who have played a significant role in my development and success.
Together, we have created a work environment where everyone is encouraged to thrive and contribute to the best of their abilities.
I began working with people with Learning Disabilities and Mental Health needs over 20 years ago. After starting as a support worker, I moved into project management in the charities sector before taking time out to study and become a Registered Social Worker and Learning Disabilities Nurse.
For many years I was a Registered Manager in supported living services and loved it! In 2014 I completed a master’s with the Centre for Disability Studies at Leeds, which guided by interest towards practice and quality development. Since then, I have held quality assurance roles, and I joined the team at Accedo in 2020.
I enjoy helping people develop, pub quizzes and live music.
Graduate in Ba Hons Textiles degree, I diversified my interest in interior decoration by joining the team at Curocare Ltd whereby I was involved in the builds of several hospitals & residential services, furnishing & getting ready for opening.
I then went on to join Accedo Care Ltd assisting in the opening of new supported living services. Further support is provided by onboarding new tenants into their rental homes, ensuring their homes are ready & working closely with the landlords surrounding up keep of the properties.