Tracy Johnson

Operations Director

I’m Tracy, and I joined as the Operations Director in 2023. I have worked in the social care sector for 28 years, supporting adults and children with learning disabilities, autism, mental health, and associated needs. I am a qualified senior leader with a master’s in business administration (FCMI CMgr) and have worked in various roles since starting as a support worker at 16 to more senior leadership roles within quality, training, and operational functions.  I am passionate about the people we support, and I bring a fresh strategic vision to drive the organisation forward to support more people with complex needs.  

To relax and challenge myself outside of work, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, travelling, hiking, mountaineering, open water swimming, paddle boarding, yoga, and meditation.    

Richard Valentine

Regional Manager – Residential

I’m Richard, I have worked in health and social care, supporting individuals with Learning disabilities, Autism, challenging behaviours and complex needs for 12 years. I started as an agency support worker and continued my career, working my way to my current position as Regional Manager. I love working for Godfrey Care and looking forward to developing my career further. I am passionate about the work we do here and get real satisfaction from making a difference for the people we support. In my spare time, I have a wide range of interests, from keeping active at the gym to a keen interest in motorcycles, having recently achieved a lifelong dream of owning a Harley Davidson.

Ian Bignell

Regional Manager – Supported Living

I’m Ian, and I joined Godfrey Care as Regional Manager in October 2023. I have been working in the social care sector all of my working life. I started my healthcare career in the NHS. Over the past 25 years, I have worked across different parts of this fantastic sector, including Supported Living, Mental health and forensic, as well as palliative and community services. I have also managed hospital discharge and reablement services across the East Midlands. I have worked in many roles, including Operations, recruitment, compliance, and service improvement. I have always been passionate about the social care sector and making a difference, recognising that highly skilled and valued teams are essential to good care and support and communities are stronger when supported by strong care services… At home, people are important to me. I love to travel and widen my horizons; I also love reading and even dabble in a bit of writing.

Andy Fairman

PBS Clinical Lead

I’m Andy and I am the PBS Clinical Lead for Godfrey Care. I have worked in the field of Health and Social Care for over 20 years, working with adults with Autism, Learning Disabilities, Mental Health, and associated conditions. I lead the PBS Team in creating and delivering interventions that promote quality of life opportunities, and minimise behaviours that challenge by ensuring the people we support have the tools and skills to live fantastic lives. I am a Registered Scientist with the UK Science Council, a Board Certified Autism Specialist with IBCCES, and a Practising Registrant with the UK-SBA. I hold an MSc in Applied Behaviour Analysis, a PgDip in Autism Studies and a DipHE in Adult Education. I’m currently studying for an MA in Intellectual Disabilities and Forensic Psychology. In my spare time, I am an active member of my local Jewish community, I’m politically engaged, I enjoy the gym, and travelling to explore new places and cultures.

Angela Limb

Financial Director

I’m Angela, the Financial Director for Godfrey Care, joining in January 2023. I am a qualified accountant (ACMA) with over 30 years’ of experience in financial and administrative roles. The last 20+ years have been with the social care sector, as I am very passionate about caring for people and making a difference to the people we support. When I am not working, I enjoy swimming, hiking, reading, spending time with family and friends, and exploring new interests and places.

Lucy Hunt

PBS Clinical Practitioner

I’m Lucy, I started my journey with Godfrey Care in January of this year. I have worked within adult social care since 2001, focusing primarily on supporting adults with Autism and Learning Disabilities. However, I have worked within a secure mental health setting as well as education settings for children with complex needs. My career has involved hands-on care support and management, but my real passion has been communication. I am a qualified Signalong tutor with 21 years of teaching experience. I have a diploma in Positive Behaviour Support and love working with service users and staff to implement positive strategies that will improve the quality of life of the people we support at Godfrey Care.

Outside of work, I am busy with an active 4-year-old. When I get the chance, I love long walks, reading, and relaxing with a good book and a pack of biscuits.