About Us

Bilal is an experienced Property Manager responsible for ensuring all Care2Rise homes are safe, well-maintained, and welcoming environments for children and young people. With strong expertise in property maintenance and compliance, Bilal oversees repairs, inspections, and improvements to ensure homes meet the highest standards of safety and comfort. Dedicated and reliable, Bilal works closely with staff and contractors to create secure, nurturing spaces where children can thrive.

Jacque is a Chartered Coaching Psychologist and Qualified Teacher with over 20 years’ experience in education, children’s homes and Children’s Services. Jacque takes a trauma-informed approach, creating safe, supportive spaces where young people can explore their mental health, build emotional regulation skills and develop resilience for the future. Jacque offers one to one, group psycoeducation coaching, support with anxiety, depression, autism, ADHD and anger management alongside practical tools, tailored resources, clinical supervision and staff workshops to strengthen trauma-aware practice.

Grant is a senior HR leader with over 20 years’ experience across health, social care, and education. CIPD Level 7 qualified, he excels in workforce development, employee wellbeing, and cultural transformation. Having held senior roles in care organisations, colleges, and national charities, Grant is passionate about building inclusive, high performing environments where staff feel empowered to deliver exceptional outcomes for children and young people.

Naila Qureshi is a dedicated and experienced Director of a Children's Care Home, committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment for children in need. With a strong background in child welfare, safeguarding, and leadership, Naila oversees the home's operations, ensuring the highest standards of care, compliance, and staff development. Passionate about making a positive impact, Naila works tirelessly to create a stable and enriching environment where every child can thrive and reach their full potential.

Samuel Tumba is an experienced and committed leader in children’s care and welfare, overseeing multiple care homes with a focus on excellence and impact. With a strong foundation in safeguarding, regulatory compliance, and child development, he ensures each home under his management provides a safe, nurturing, and stable environment. Samuel is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of care, advocating for the well-being of every child, and driving positive outcomes across all services.

Harry Watson is a dedicated and results-driven Operational Manager at Care2Rise, ensuring the smooth and efficient running of children's care homes. With a strong background in leadership, compliance, and safeguarding, Harry oversees daily operations, staff management, and regulatory adherence to provide a safe and nurturing environment for children. Passionate about delivering high-quality care, Harry works closely with teams to implement best practices, enhance service delivery, and support positive outcomes for every child in care.

Aaron Qureshi is a skilled IT professional at Care2Rise, dedicated to ensuring the seamless operation of technology within the children's care home environment. With expertise in IT support and system management, Aaron maintains secure and efficient digital systems that support staff and safeguard sensitive data. Passionate about leveraging technology to improve care services, Aaron works to enhance connectivity, streamline operations, and ensure compliance with data protection regulations, contributing to a safe and efficient environment for both staff and children.