Meet The Team

At Melody Care, we couldn’t be more proud of the dedicated and compassionate individuals who make up our team. With a wealth of experience and professionalism, they’re committed to delivering the highest standard of care and support across Surrey and Hampshire. Each team member brings unique skills and expertise to ensure every client receives care tailored to their individual needs. Meet the people who have made us a trusted name in home care.

Head Office

Simon Carter

Founder

After 30 years in various commercial enterprises, Simon decided he wanted to make a real difference. Driven by a belief in the importance of supporting elderly and vulnerable members of the community, he is now dedicated to making Melody Care the most trusted care agency in the area.

Jackie Learwood

Director of Operations

Jackie has worked in the care industry for over 15 years, starting out as an evening carer before moving into various office roles. She joined Melody Care in January 2019, initially overseeing our branches, and was promoted to Director of Operations in December 2020.

Helen Hunt

Director of Marketing & Recruitment

Helen was one of our first recruits, joining shortly after our launch in 2011. Since then, she has taken on a variety of roles, including general administration, staff recruitment, and business services. She was promoted to Director of Business Services in October 2022, before transitioning to Director of Marketing and Recruitment in December 2022.

Suzanne Livingstone

Director of Business & Commercial Services

After a 40-year career in finance, Suzanne joined Melody Care in 2016, driven by a desire to make a meaningful difference. She is AAT and CIMA qualified. Promoted to Director of Finance in December 2020, she later transitioned to Director of Business & Commercial Services in October 2022.

Amanda Marsh

Operations Manager

With 15 years of experience in the care industry, Amanda has continued to grow professionally with us. She began as a Training Manager and was promoted to Registered Branch Manager for Aldershot and Farnham in 2017.

She played a key role in the opening of our Farnborough office in 2019 and again in Camberley in January 2022, before being promoted to Operations Manager in 2024.

Aditi Bloomfield

Quality & Compliance Manager

After completing her BSc (Hons) in Health Care & Social Services, Aditi joined Melody Live-in Care as Care Manager in 2016. She went on to complete her NVQ Level 5 in Leadership in Health & Social Care and was promoted to Registered Care Manager in 2018. Following her maternity leave, she transitioned into the role of Quality & Compliance Manager. In this position, she works across all branches, supporting our managers in meeting regulatory requirements and ensuring full adherence to CQC guidelines.

Jonathan Hill

Business & IT Services Manager

Jonathan has worked in various technical roles throughout his 15-year career, including building and running a 24/7 technical helpdesk business providing IT services across Surrey and Hampshire. In 2019, he was made a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts in recognition of his leadership skills.

He joined Melody Care in 2022 and is now responsible for all our IT systems and social media, as well as supporting the day-to-day operational needs of our branches.

Sarah Watkinson

Head of Finance

With a 30-year career in finance, Sarah previously worked for a construction company, managing all accounts and payroll. She joined us in 2019 as a Finance Assistant and was promoted to Head of Finance in 2021, where she now oversees payroll and invoicing. Outside of work, Sarah is a talented artist who enjoys crafting and painting in her spare time.

Branch Managers

Abi Haughin

Abi joined us in 2024 as Manager of our Aldershot branch, bringing with her over 10 years of experience in the care industry. She began her career as a Carer, progressing to Care Co-ordinator, and later served as a Registered Manager for another home care provider in Surrey before taking on the role with us.

Abi now leads our Aldershot branch, ensuring clients receive the highest quality care. She is also proud to serve as our resident Dementia Champion.

Lou Driver

With over 12 years’ experience in the care industry, Lou first joined us in 2015 as Deputy Branch Manager before being promoted to Farnham Branch Manager.

She returned in November 2023 and helped organise our very first Macmillan coffee morning. Starting back as Recruitment and Sales Manager, Lou now leads our Alton branch with the same passion and dedication she’s always brought to the role.

Amanda Marsh

With 15 years of experience in the care industry, Amanda has continued to grow professionally with us. She began as a Training Manager and was promoted to Registered Branch Manager for Aldershot and Farnham in 2017.

She played a key role in the opening of our Farnborough office in 2019 and again in Camberley in January 2022, before being promoted to Operations Manager in 2024.

Justina Muraskaite

With a background in both domiciliary and care home settings, Justina began her 10-year career as a Carer before working her way up to Registered Manager at a domiciliary care provider.

She joined us in early 2025 as Manager of our Farnborough branch, where she ensures our team feel supported and empowered to deliver the highest standard of care to our clients.

Our Professional Carers

We’re committed to making sure every client receives the very best care. That starts with choosing carers who not only meet our high standards but also share Melody Care’s values. Every carer is carefully vetted, so you can feel confident your loved one is in safe, supportive hands. Our carers genuinely want to help people live more independently and get the most out of each day.

Once your loved one is matched with their care team, those will be the familiar faces they see regularly. This consistency builds trust, creates strong bonds, and avoids the stress of unfamiliar carers coming and going.

Our Professional Carers