about us
gavin worrall
director of operations
Gavin's passion for working with young people began over twenty years ago, when he volunteered to work at a local youth centre. In his past roles, Gavin has worked with Infobuzz, The Princes Trust and Young Volunteers. He has vast experience in managing a team to work alongside the local authority to support both birth children and older children in care.
It has been a lifelong ambition of Gavin's to have his own business within the care sector, offering a superior and quality provision within his own community.
Gavin also enjoys fostering success in others, across all aspects of his life as he is also senior coach of a local senior rugby team.
John Dix
director of finance
John is an experienced local businessman who has operated a number of different companies in various sectors. He brings with him financial and commercial knowledge that ensures we operate as efficiently as possible and are able to maximise reinvestment into the business, which ultimately benefits the children and young people we work with. He has a track record of investing in and developing staff and team building and is a big advocate of staff being a company’s biggest asset. Away from work, he has been involved in local rugby for 30 years as a player, committee member, director and more recently youth coach.
sarah hilton
service manager
Sarah has been a social worker for nearly 25 years and has worked in a variety of settings such as Children’s homes, Family and Placement support Teams and has worked more recently at a Senior Level within Fostering teams. She joined GFC in September 2022 as Service Manager.
In her spare team Sarah likes to watch football, dance and spend time with her pets. Sarah is also very fond of snacks and naps.
Gloucester Family Care was established in 2020 after recognising the need for a safe, sound and supportive environment for care experienced young people. We pride ourselves in providing a professional service that is focused on the young person's individuality. We recognise and value the importance of being accepted and feel included, we achieve this with support sessions that are consistent, inclusive, and non-judgmental.
All staff undergo an in-depth company induction and have been through the safer recruitment process including a full Disclosure and Barring Service check. We ensure staff have an equal opportunity to further their career with us, with quality training and support from our highly experienced management team. We have identified the importance of continually empowering staff through training to improve the outcomes and wellbeing of our service users.
Meet some more of our amazing team below!
gareth flounders
Gareth has worked for Gloucester Family Care since it was established in 2020. He has worked with many different young people throughout his time with GFC. Starting in a part - time role and has now progressed into a full-time position as a Senior Support Worker.
Outside of work, Gareth has coached both junior and senior rugby and enjoys seeing young people exceed their potential in all aspects of their lives.
john williams
support worker
John has worked with children and young people from a range of backgrounds, supporting them to live independently within semi-independent accommodation. John has a Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare, alongside this qualification he also has vast experience of young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties, who need additional support and encouragement. John was also a professional footballer, he has also used this experience in a mentoring role to support young players in their professional career. He has used sport as a way to encourage Young People to have a healthy lifestyle, try new skills and develop their sense of achievement and build self-esteem.
NIKKI WHITTARD
support worker
Nikki has been a hairdresser for 25 years which she has loved, but decided it was time for a change of career. Nikki is passionate about helping others and making a difference. She has been a mentor to young people before when going through their training and education in hairdressing, so has a wealth of knowledge if offering support and guidance. Nikki is loving her role and enjoying all aspects of it, she is very much looking forward to the GFC journey ahead of her!
Nikki loves spending time with family, friends and her crazy Springer Spaniel Smudge, who keeps her busy as he NEVER gets worn out!!
JOEL FOSTER
support worker
Joel is delighted to be a part of the GFC team! It has been a fulfilling journey that has led him to this point in his career, he is truly excited about the opportunity he has in working with young people.
Joel feels he has a deep calling to have a meaningful impact on young people and is dedicated to being a positive influence in their lives, as a part of our incredible GFC team!
Joel finds joy in food, creating and observing art and music! These activities enlighten his senses and bring him much enjoyment!
LISA WRIGHT
support worker
Lisa has spent the majority of her career being a barber. She has always wanted to work with children and young people!
Lisa grew up with Grandparents who fostered lots of children, Lisa has always aspired to follow in her Grandparent's footsteps.
Now Lisa's own daughter is grown up, she is able to change careers and is loving her role as a Support Worker. Lisa still hopes to foster children herself one day.
Lisa is our resident GFC Gardener! Gardening is a passionate hobby of Lisa's, so she also looks after our gardens across all of our properties!
SIAN EL BOUNIYA
support worker
Sian has been working in mental health services for 8 years and is a qualified Mental Health Nurse. She has a passion for supporting individuals to be the BEST versions of themselves!
Sian loves horse riding, music and spending time with her young family!
Sian is LOUD and ADVENTUROUS and she loves connecting with others using music!
Sian is half deaf, but she absolutely does not let that affect her!
YAHYA KHOLWADIA
support worker
Yahya is a dedicated professional with years of experience working in care, with people of varying ages with varying levels of support. He is passionate about helping individuals overcome challenges and achieve their goals. Yahya is always looking for innovative ways to support and empower those in need.
Yahya enjoys swimming and being outdoors, he is very creative and enjoys art, especially calligraphy and is also an avid reader. He also enjoys spending time with family and loved ones.
clare dix
Head of business development & estates
Clare works alongside the Senior Leadership Team to develop new strategies and ideas. She is our all round GFC 'People Person', managing recruitment, staff admin and our GFC website and socials. So if you contact us via our social media channels, it will probably be Clare saying 'Hello!'
Clare also works as part of the estates team, helping to maintain our properties and ensuring the support team have all they need and is basically very good at buying 'bits'!
Clare enjoys spending time with our young people and often involves them in planning and purchasing items for their houses.
ned
therapeutic support worker
Ned is passionate about chicken, tummy rubs and chasing squirrels!
When Ned isnt finding a sunny spot in the GFC office, you will often find him out and about with the Estates team visiting our 'dog friendly' young people. This is Ned's favourite part of his day!
(it is a tough one though, as he does LOVE to chase those pesky squirrels!)
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