The people behind Kettonby

With decades of experience in adult social care, Mark has dedicated much of his professional life to developing and delivering care services across Kettering and the surrounding area. Throughout his career, Mark has owned and operated a number of care homes, gaining extensive experience and developing a deep understanding of what makes a real difference to people's lives.

As the founder of Kettonby Care, Mark's vision has always been to create more than just a care service. He believes in providing genuine homes where people feel safe, valued and understood, with support that is tailored to their individual needs, wishes and aspirations.

For Mark, quality care is about looking at the whole person. It means recognising that everyone is an individual, with their own personality, interests, abilities and aspirations. It is about creating the right environment and providing the right support to enable people to live fulfilling lives, develop their independence and achieve their potential.

The organisation may have grown and evolved over the years, but the principles on which Mark founded it remain unchanged. His experience, vision and commitment to quality care continue to be an important part of what makes Kettonby Care what it is today.

I began my journey with Kettonby Care Ltd in January 2022 as a Support Worker, where my passion for supporting others and making a positive difference in people's lives quickly became clear. Working directly with the people we support has given me a real appreciation of the importance of person-centred care, building trusting relationships and helping individuals to live fulfilling lives with choice, dignity and independence.

In 2024, I progressed into the role of Care Coordinator, taking on new responsibilities and continuing to develop my knowledge, skills and experience within the care sector. I have successfully completed my Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care and am currently working towards my Level 5 qualification in Leadership and Management in Adult Social Care.

I am passionate about making our residents smile, promoting independence and ensuring everyone feels valued, supported and happy. I believe in the importance of creating positive experiences, building meaningful relationships and, most importantly, never losing the ability to have a laugh and a joke along the way!

Looking ahead, my ambition is to progress into a Registered Manager role. This is something I am genuinely passionate about and a goal I am working towards through my experience, studies and continued development. I aspire to become a leader who leads by example, inspires and supports their team, and creates an environment where both the people we support and the staff caring for them feel valued, respected and empowered.

I am excited about continuing my journey with Kettonby Care Ltd, building on the experience I have gained so far and taking on new challenges along the way. I am proud of how far I have come and look forward to what the future holds, with the same passion, enthusiasm and commitment that first brought me into care.

I have extensive experience in administrative roles across a variety of sectors, including printing and media, accountancy and education. My experience in education includes working with local schools, including a Special Educational Needs (SEN) school.

In my role as Administrative Assistant to the Manager at Kettonby Care Limited, I undertake a varied and rewarding range of responsibilities. I enjoy drawing on my broad knowledge, skills and experience to provide effective administrative support and contribute to the smooth running of the organisation.