Matt has worked within the Trust since 2018, and his journey has been one of continuous growth, development and a real passion for making a difference.

Matt began his career with the Trust as a cook at Edwardstow before progressing to Head Chef. During this time, he was part of the team that helped the home achieve an Outstanding rating in Responsive, an achievement he is incredibly proud to have contributed to.

Matt then took the next step in his career by moving into care, becoming Deputy Home Manager before progressing to General Manager in 2024.

Matt is passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of the people he supports. His leadership style is centred around encouragement, empowerment and helping others to recognise and reach their own potential.

Outside of work, Matt is married to Amy and is a proud dad of five children. Family is incredibly important to him, and he gets a huge amount of joy from spending time with his children and making memories together

Kerry is the Deputy Manager at Edwardstow Court. 

Having started working for OSJCT in 2007, Kerry has had lots of experience working across several homes and roles to progress into her current position as Deputy Manager at Edwardstow Court. 

Reflecting on the favourite parts of her role, Kerry said: “I take enjoyment and pride out of making sure our residents feel happy and safe at Edwardstow Court. I love to listen to their stories and share mine with them.” 

Outside of work, Kerry enjoys walking with her dog Oscar and looks forward to the warmer days when she can relax by the pool with a book of her choice.

Sue started working for OSJCT in 2008 and is the Head of Dementia Care at Edwardstow Court. 

Initially, Sue started as a Carer at Jubilee Lodge before being promoted to Care Leader in 2010. When Edwardstow Court opened in 2018, Sue made the move across and has been part of the Edwardstow family ever since.

“I enjoy being part of the team at Edwardstow Court and being a part of our resident’s everyday lives. We always encourage them to live their best life at Edwardstow Court” Sue said. 

When she isn’t working at Edwardstow, Sue enjoys spending quality time with her husband and daughter.

Caroline is one of our Activities and Wellbeing Co-ordinators, and part-time Administrator at Edwardstow Court. 

Regular engagement in activities and meaningful occupation can improve cognitive function, increase mood, and even enhance physical health for residents, especially those living with Dementia. 

Activity Co-ordinators are vital in facilitating these opportunities for social interactions as well enabling residents to pursue or even learn new interests and skills.

Reflecting on her time at Edwardstow Court so far, Caroline said: ‘My journey at the home started as a Housekeeper in August 2024. The desire to have more interaction with the residents has led me to pursue my current role’ 

The caring and creative characteristics needed in her current roles come naturally to Caroline. 

‘I have always had a caring nature and try to be helpful where possible, now I can put both qualities into my work to make a real difference. Working on reception enhances my relationship with the families and being part of the activities team allows me to enjoy a full schedule of meaningful activities with the residents.’

Outside of work, Caroline enjoys spending time travelling with her partner and children. She also enjoys partaking in an afternoon or going to themed fancy dress events with friends. 

I have worked in the catering industry for the past 12 years, starting as a pot wash and working my way up to head chef in a local pub then moving into catering for members at a local golf club before moving here to Edwardstow in September last year.

I started here as a cook and have recently been promoted to head chef. I would say my favourite part of working here is being able to provide quality home cooked meals for our residents especially those living with dementia as mealtimes are often a special times in their day and I am committed to making them memorable with meals that they enjoy and the feelings that it can evoke is something words can’t describe.

Outside of work I enjoy spending time with family especially my younger sister, niece and nephew as well as watching all sorts of sports like football, horse racing, darts and American football.

Gemma joined the Trust in 2013 and has worked acorss many different roles througout her career with us. Gemma has been our Dementia Lead since 2014, working alongside our Head of dementia care to provide excellent dementia care. She has completed her BTEC Level 2 Award in Supporting Activity Provision in Social Care as well as a Level 3 in Adult Social Care. Gemma is passionate about securing Edwardstow’s place within the community, also her local community and is keen to continue develop the intergenerational projects at Edwardstow. In Gemma’s spare time, she loves to read and spend time with her two children and husband and having family days out.

I have worked at Edwardstow Court since 2023 and became a Care Leader in 2025. Working here over the past few years has given me so much confidence, as well as new skills and knowledge. Edwardstow has become more than just a workplace to me — it really feels like home. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family and regularly attend church, which is an important part of my life.

Iskra is one of our brilliant Night Care Leaders and has worked at Edwardstow Court for over 5 years. 

During this time, Iskra has achieved her degree of Bachelor Science in Health and Social Care with First Class Honours. She also received the highest dissertation mark of her cohort. 

Everyone at Edwardstow Court is very proud of Iskra and her achievements.

I have worked at Edwardstow court since the day we opened in March 2018. I first worked as a care leader, and now I work in the housekeeping team which I enjoy as I am still able to interact with the residents and families. This is my favourite part of my job, I like to make a difference to someone's day. I have previously worked at Specsavers making glasses for customers. I have been married to my husband for 46 years and we enjoy holidays in the sun. I also enjoy spending time with my beautiful grandson and granddaughter.