Introducing our esteemed Chief Executive Officer, Tom Parramore. Tom brings a wealth of experience from his diverse roles in the Health & Social Care sector, spanning over 35 years in NHS, Private Equity, and Charity organizations. His journey began as a volunteer in a care of the elderly setting in 1986, which quickly ignited a passion for care delivery and inspired him to pursue nursing. In 1990, Tom achieved his goal of becoming a Registered General Nurse. After working as a staff nurse in Intensive Care, his unwavering dedication to elderly care led him back to the independent care sector, where he continued to advance his career. Through the years, Tom's commitment to quality care has never wavered. His grass-roots passion for providing exceptional care remains at the forefront of his leadership, as he believes that quality care is the guiding principle behind everything we do. Tom's extensive experience and dedication make him an indispensable leader in our organization.
Introducing our Managing Director & Registered Manager, Paula Waddington, a passionate leader in the care sector with over 20 years of experience. Paula's journey began in local authority work, where she quickly discovered her calling in supporting vulnerable individuals. As a Project Manager for Leeds Community Service, Paula was instrumental in delivering an impressive 35,000 hours of care to those in need. Seeking new challenges, Paula started her own successful business, empowering people to live independently. Her skills and expertise have since been honed through roles with larger independent providers and within the residential sector. Paula's leadership is defined by her strong belief in quality and people management as the pillars of any thriving business. Her mantra, "people work for people," emphasizes the importance of assembling the right team, as she believes that with the right people, a business can run seamlessly. Paula's experience and dedication to the care sector make her an invaluable asset to our organization.
Introducing Luke Jarrett, our esteemed Operation Manager with over 17 years of experience in the Health and Social Care sector. Luke's career began at the young age of 16 as a Kitchen Assistant in a care home, where his dedication and hard work quickly propelled him to the role of Senior Care Assistant. Throughout his career, Luke has steadily climbed the ranks, gaining valuable knowledge and expertise in Community and Residential Care. His impressive background includes roles in Procurement, Facilities, and Business Systems Management, providing him with a well-rounded perspective on the industry. Luke's unwavering commitment to delivering top-notch care extends to his work in procurement and facilities maintenance, ensuring quality is consistently upheld. His dedication to the industry is further demonstrated by his belief in sharing his wealth of experience with colleagues, empowering them to enhance their skills and abilities. Luke's passion and drive make him an invaluable asset to our organization.
With over 20 years in HR and recruitment, I've gained a wealth of experience across diverse organizations in the public, private, and third sectors.
I believe people are a company's most valuable asset. My passion lies in finding the perfect fit for each role. I'm also committed to fostering employee engagement and motivation. This not only leads to satisfaction, but also drives real business value through reduced turnover and increased productivity.
Moreover, I champion continuous professional development for all employees, from entry-level to senior management.
As the Finance Administrator at Amethyst Care and Support Group, I oversee various financial functions, including payroll, sales ledger, account reconciliation, and petty cash management. In addition, I contribute to administrative tasks to support the organization's overall efficiency. With a background in economics and experience in finance and administration roles at DHL and DPD, I have developed a strong foundation in financial management. Currently, I am furthering my expertise by pursuing AAT Level 4 certification. My personal philosophy revolves around continuous growth, both professionally and personally. I take pride in setting ambitious goals and tackling challenges head-on. As a friendly and approachable individual, I am always eager to collaborate and offer assistance to my colleagues.
My background in mental health has spanned over a decade in the Third Sector and NHS and through that time, I’ve come to understand that working with people who are struggling with their mental health, at its centre, needs to be driven by compassion and kindness. I work with individuals in a way that is meaningful to them and that honours who they are as a whole person. I believe that individuals should be at the very centre of their care and that we have a duty to them to treat them with dignity and respect. I know that our histories shape our stories, and that is true for me and you. Everything that I know, I have learnt not only from areas such as education and colleagues but just as importantly from the individuals who I have had the privilege of caring for and about.
Underpinning my philosophy and how I work with people are a degree in social psychology, masters in psychology and post-grad cert in interpersonal skills and counselling. I am particularly invested in peer support and understand the great value that this brings to a range of services. I am always looking to explore how I and the services that I work within can keep striving to do better for individuals.
Outside of the day to day, I can usually be found reading, at the climbing gym or spending time with family and friends.
I’m passionate about helping others and creating meaningful, person-centred change. My career spans the NHS, higher education, and the third sector including voluntary organisations where I’ve worked to support people in their recovery journey within mental health and wellbeing services.
A key part of my experience has been working with complex psychosis in rehabilitation services at Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, where I collaborated across clinical, social care, and community teams to deliver effective, recovery-focused support.
I hold an MSc in Psychology alongside a wide range of specialised training in mental health, this has equipped me with the knowledge and understanding of human behaviour and working with complex emotional needs in both clinical and educational settings. I’ve developed a unique learning and working style that values person-centred care, transparency and adaptability that continues to shape my work today.
Outside of work, I am a British Ice-Skating Coach. I love travelling, eating good food and being active.
Hi my name is Vickie and I am one of the trainers for amethyst
I started my career in care at the age of 19 in an EMI nursing home in south wales I progressed to senior then deputy manager. I am a trained qualified nurse associate by background I went into work in palliative care and did this for 6 years and truly enjoyed it. In 2021 I came to amethyst as a support worker then progressed to team leader. Amethyst put me through all the relevant training needed to enable me to become a qualified trainer and continue to support me in learning new subjects to teach.
I am a dedicated and compassionate Peripatetic Team Leader currently working within a Supported Living Service, where I support multiple services to deliver high-quality, person-centred care to individuals with diverse and complex needs. Alongside my professional work, I pursued and completed a degree in Primary Education, which has strengthened my understanding of individual development and enhanced my ability to lead with empathy and structure. My career began in a call centre, where I developed strong communication and interpersonal skills. After three years, seeking a more meaningful and hands-on role, I transitioned into the care sector as a Domiciliary Care Worker. This position allowed me to gain valuable experience providing essential support to individuals in their own homes. My journey continued with a role at Amethyst as a Mental Health Support Worker. I support individuals facing mental health challenges, promoting their independence, recovery, and well-being. My dedication to delivering high standards of care led to a promotion of Team Leader, where I successfully managed a team, coordinated care plans, and ensured ongoing compliance with regulatory standards. In my current role as a Peripatetic Team Leader, I provide strategic leadership across multiple supported living services. I offer hands-on guidance and mentoring to staff teams, ensuring consistency, quality, and a strong focus on person-centred support in every setting I oversee
