Mandy Goddard

Home Manager

I have worked in care for over 20 years, progressing through the ranks to Home Manager in April this year. I'm a proactive, adaptable and professional person who excels in problem solving and love meeting new people. Yaxley House is where my heart lies and the residents are at the centre of everything that I do. In my spare time, I enjoy walks in the countryside and kayaking on the river Waveney.

George Matthews

Hospitality Manager

I have spent many years in the hotel and restaurant industry within senior management teams delivering 5 star service, driving forward to improve standards and ensure happy staff & customers. I joined the team at Yaxley House to deliver high end service for the residents here and endeavour to meet and exceed families' expectations. Outside of work, I play badminton and have written music for artists and films across the world.

Amanda Tungate

Activities & Lifestyle Co-ordinator

I started in care over 20 years ago as a carer due to my Grandmother's diagnosis of dementia. From observing my nan's journey with her dementia and nearly losing her due to depression at home, she came back to life when in care...that was my lightbulb moment. I have since spent many years in management within care settings and feel it's the best decision I ever made. The amenities and outside courtyard at Yaxley House improves our residents wellbeing giving them and their families the freedom they need. As a wife, mum and grandmother born and raised in Enfield, my passion is being out in the countryside with my four Labradors and my family.

Armand Garxenaj

Chef

I have been working at Yaxley House since April 2023. For over 15 years prior to that, I worked as a chef in care homes and restaurants, designing menus specifically suited to peoples wants and needs. I always have the residents in my mind and they are at the forefront of all that I do. Getting compliments from them on my food really does make my day! In y spare time, I like walking with my wife and child and love visiting donkey sanctuaries.

Tony Holland

Regional Operations Manager

Prior to joining Kingsley, I served in the Army for 26 years, planning and delivering healthcare around the world, and then spent two years as an operational manager in a major NHS hospital. I am delighted to have joined a team that really does feel like a caring family, where everyone wants to be proud of the care they provide. Although I am familiar with the region, my travels to my 10 homes across Suffolk and Essex frequently bring new places to subsequently explore with my family and our dog, Frankie.

Joanna Holt

Service Quality Manager

I worked in community health services before spending nearly 10 years at the Care Quality Commission as an inspector and then as an inspection manager. The part of my job I enjoy the most is being out in the care homes, seeing first-hand the pride and dedication of our home managers and the family atmosphere they engender. Outside of work, I love hiking and enjoying our wonderful British countryside.