Meet The Team
Paul Carr is the founder and CEO of Woodford.
His role is leading the strategic direction of the organisation and building and empowering his team of colleagues to deliver services that provide thoughtful, relational based care.
He holds an MBA and a Diploma in Systemic Leadership and Management in Residential Child Care. He sits on the board of the North East London Commissioning Partnership where he leads on developing innovative practice in children’s social care.
Paul is committed to serving others and empowering those around him to reach their full potential, his mission is to contribute to positive change in society and protect and care for its most vulnerable members. Paul is a proud family man originally from Glasgow, Scotland, he now lives in his adopted city of London with his wife and children.
Paul Carr
Operations Director & responsible individual
Tyrone is an experienced health and social care leader with over 30 years of practice across healthcare, residential childcare, and services for young adults. Beginning his career in acute mental health and general healthcare, he moved into residential childcare in 2001 and has since held a range of senior leadership roles, including Team Leader, Regional Restorative Practice Lead, Social Pedagogy Lead, Deputy Manager, Registered Manager, Head of Service, Responsible Individual, Operations Director, and Independent Consultant.
Having worked across Northern Ireland and England, Tyrone has extensive expertise in safeguarding, governance, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, therapeutic leadership, and service development. He has worked within RQIA, Ofsted, and CQC regulated services and previously served as Head of Service within an established Therapeutic Community.
Tyrone is committed to child-centred and person-centred practice, helping children and young people achieve positive outcomes and fulfil their potential. He promotes adaptive leadership, co-production, equality, diversity, evidence-based practice, and coaching cultures that support workforce development and excellence.
His qualifications include a Master’s Degree in Public Administration (Governance and Quality Assurance – Health and Social Care), postgraduate diplomas in Health and Social Care Management and Restorative Practice, QCF Level 5 in Residential and Supported Living Management, IOSH Health and Safety Certification, and other management and childcare qualifications.
Outside work, Tyrone enjoys spending time with family and friends, theatre, cycling, travelling, and caring for animals.
Tyrone
MARCIA
Training & Development Manager / Assessor – Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Childcare
As Woodford’s Training & Development Manager, Marcia plays a key role in shaping the professional growth of our staff and the continued development of our services. She oversees the design and delivery of our workforce development programme, ensuring all staff receive high-quality training in trauma and attachment-informed care, safeguarding, and therapeutic practice. Working closely with managers, she identifies learning needs, builds training pathways, and supports reflective practice across our homes and supported accommodation services.
Alongside this, Marcia is one of the academy’s assessors for the Level 4 Diploma in Therapeutic Childcare, where she mentors learners, assesses their progress, and ensures they gain both the knowledge and practical skills to embed therapeutic childcare in their daily work.
Through her dual role, Marcia ensures that Woodford’s staff are not only compliant with professional standards, but also confident, capable, and deeply rooted in our psychosocial model of care. Her work strengthens the organisation’s capacity to deliver consistent, high-quality practice, and supports our mission to transform the landscape of residential childcare.
Marcia has a Level 7 diploma in systemic Leadership & Management from The Institute of family therapy and has Qualified Assessor Status.
With over 15 years' experience in adult & children's social care working across various services including Mental health & residential short breaks. Marcia worked as a voluntary counsellor in the USA inner cities, working with children from deprived backgrounds supporting trauma & emotional needs stemming from neglect and abuse. ESL (English second Language) Teaching assistant 3 years local primary.
"My personal goal in life is to positively impact those around me".
hr and business manager
Lynn is the HR and Business Manager, supporting all of our Woodford homes.
Lynn has a degree in Primary Education and spent 15 years working in schools, teaching and supporting children with special educational needs and those from disadvantaged backgrounds. Before her teaching career, she provided administrative support to the Project Management division of a large organisation.
Lynn has also completed her Level 4 Therapeutic Childcare qualification through the Mulberry Bush, deepening her understanding of therapeutic care and the importance of relationships, reflection and emotional wellbeing. She brings this understanding to her HR and business role, recognising that supporting the adults who care for our children is an essential part of helping those children feel safe, valued and understood.
Inspired by Woodford’s ethos, Lynn enjoys working alongside colleagues who share a commitment to thoughtful, nurturing care. She uses her varied experience to help create an environment where staff feel supported and can focus on what matters most: caring for our children and young people and helping them thrive.
Lynn is a proud mother of two and, away from work, enjoys exploring the countryside with her two Labradors, skiing and visiting family in Italy.
Lynn
placement officer and business administrator
Jane is an experienced childcare professional who previously worked as a Registered Manager in the children’s home sector, bringing with her extensive knowledge of residential care, safeguarding, and multi-agency working. She now applies this expertise in her role as Referral Coordinator at Woodford, where she plays a key part in managing referrals, liaising with local authorities, and ensuring that every child is carefully matched to the right home. Her background in management means she understands the complexities of practice on the ground and can bring insight, accuracy, and empathy into the referral process.
Jane is recognised for her attention to detail, calm approach, and can-do attitude, as well as her ability to strengthen systems that support high-quality care. By ensuring administrative processes are efficient and transparent, she helps maintain the stability and therapeutic consistency that underpin Woodford’s trauma-informed practice.
Outside of work, Jane devotes much of her time to caring for her grandchildren, as well as being actively involved in local charitable organisations, particularly those supporting mental health. She also enjoys spending time in her garden and is known for her love of wearing colourful fascinators, which reflect her warm personality and positive outlook. Jane’s combination of professional expertise and personal warmth makes her a trusted and valued member of the Woodford team.
jane
Art Psychotherapist
Farah is a qualified Art Therapist, registered with the HCPC and a member of the British Association of Art Therapists (BAAT). She has experience supporting children, young people, and adults through art psychotherapy, helping individuals explore and express complex emotions in safe, creative ways.
With a background in fine art and therapeutic practice, Farah brings creativity and compassion into her work, whether in schools, children’s homes, or community settings.
Outside of work, Farah enjoys weight training, playing piano, art, anime, and exploring culture, finding inspiration in creativity both personally and professionally.
Farah
Terry Gerbaldi
senior Registered manager at the hub
Terry has enjoyed over 10 years being part of a sector that is close to his heart. Starting his career as a support worker in therapeutic settings working with children living with additional learning needs and complex presentations, he has worked his way up and across the sector supporting vulnerable children and young adults from multiple backgrounds, whilst supporting organisations with the introduction and implementation of robust resources and practices designed to increase positive outcomes for service users.
Terry holds Level 5 in Leadership & Management, Level 3 CYP Health & Social Care, and is accredited in Therapeutic & Trauma informed practices such as Proactive Approaches, Non-Violent Resistance, and Ethical Care.
Terry is a ruthless advocate for his children and team and proudly wears his label as a “disruptor” of unethical practices as a badge of honour. He is ecstatic to be given the opportunity to grow within an organisation that holds genuine values such as investment in colleagues and commitment to children.
He is a big softy and a kid at heart, choosing to play computer games, play cards, and build Lego in his spare time. He also enjoys going to heavy metal concerts and cooking. Terry is a self-confessed Lego addict – having a large collection of Lego vehicles splattered over his house.
Sheila doherty
dual Registered manager - district house and d2 children’s homes
Sheila is a passionate and highly experienced residential childcare professional with over a decade of practice in children’s homes and youth services across the UK and Ireland. She began her career in youth and community projects in Donegal, Ireland, before moving to London where she developed through roles at St Christopher’s Fellowship, progressing from Residential Worker to Team Leader and eventually Deputy Manager. She later became Deputy Manager in Hertfordshire County Council, where she oversaw the operational running of the home, staff development, safeguarding practice, and compliance with Ofsted.
She holds a BA in Applied Addiction Studies, a QCF Level 3 &5 in Residential Childcare, and has completed a wide range of professional training.
Sheila is known for her commitment to creating safe, stable, and nurturing environments where young people feel supported to thrive. She combines strong operational leadership with compassion and a clear focus on the best outcomes for children in care.
Outside of work, Sheila enjoys spending time with her family in the Emerald Isle, taking breaks in the sun, exploring piers across the UK, and watching theatre shows. She also loves relaxing with her dog, Alfie, who is very much part of her family.
sean montaque
service manager (gemstone supported accommodation)
Sean is a highly experienced residential childcare professional with over 20 years of practice in children’s homes, Sixteen Plus settings, and youth services. His career spans roles from Therapeutic Residential Support Worker with the London Borough of Barnet through to Registered Manager, demonstrating a consistent commitment to safeguarding, therapeutic care, and leadership in complex environments.
Sean holds a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People’s Services, alongside a Level 3 Diploma for the Children and Young People’s Workforce. His expertise lies in safeguarding, managing challenging behaviour, team development, and reflective practice. Known for his reflective and open style of leadership, Sean is committed to creating a culture where Young People feel listened to and safe.
Beyond his professional life, Sean enjoys spending time with his family, cooking, travelling, and staying active. His warm and steady presence brings balance and stability both in the home and in his personal life, making him a trusted leader within the Woodford team.