Our people
Without the dedication, hard work and passion of our staff, trustees and volunteers, we could not deliver the services we provide to children, young people and families.
Board
We have a diverse board of trustees and independent committee members supporting our leadership to ensure the organisation is well-run, financially secure and delivers quality services.
Executive Team
Our executive team works alongside our Board to shape and deliver our strategic framework.
The organisation is led by our CEO in service of our mission.
Leadership Team
We have a highly experienced Leadership Team who execute day-to-day operations effectively and ensure compliance.
- Andy Lord, Head of Asset Management (from 1 December 2026)
- Charlotte Carp, Head of Improvement and Impact (and Complaints and Whistleblowing Officer)
- Chaun Wilson, Head of Housing Operations, Brighton & Hove
- Debbie Watkins, Head of Fundraising and Communications
- Irma Gudaityte, Head of Finance
- Kirsten McCarthy, Head of Housing Operations, East Sussex (and Ofsted Registered Service Manager)
- Laura James, Head of Therapeutic Services
- Luna Gladman, Executive Assistant
- Rachel Hawkins, Head of People
- Sharon Rawcliffe, Head of Housing Operations, West Sussex and Guildford (and Ofsted Registered Service Manager)
- Thomas Palser, Head of Youth Advice and Support
And a central safeguarding team who assure quality practice across our services, aligned to our service thresholds and consistent with our policy and with regulatory and legal standards.
