Who We Are

The Carers Federation, a company limited by guarantee, was established in 1992 as a small local charity and has grown steadily to become an organisation which works across the East Midlands, Yorkshire and Humberside, as well as the North East and North West.

We now provide a diverse range of services, from small local contracts to a large national contract for the Department of Health. We employ nearly 200 people, based at our offices in the Midlands and Northern England.

We have a national reputation for the excellence of our work. Our commitment to continuous improvement operates within the framework of ISO9000:2008 and will remain crucial to our future success.

The recent White Paper ‘Building the National Care Service' will provide an additional focus for our ongoing development as an organisation.

Our Values

We believe in offering bespoke services that are sensitive to the needs of individuals and communities. The philosophy of the organisation is to go the extra mile in all aspects of its operation, to treat people with dignity and respect, recognising that “People don’t fit in boxes.”

The Board

The Carers Federation is governed by a Board of Trustees which ensures that the Federation conducts its business in the most effective way.

The Chief Executive and Deputy Chief Executive attend Board meetings, but are not formally part of the Board itself.  The Chief Executive is accountable to the Board for progress on the agreed programmes and use of resources.

Trustees can co-opt up to four other individuals onto the Board to support our work.

For more information on the Carers Federation Board click here.

Our Strategy

Strategies exist at several levels in the Federation - ranging from the overall business (or group of businesses) through to individuals working in it.

Click here for more information on Carers Federation strategy.

Our People

Julia Tabreham

Chief Executive

Julia Tabreham was appointed to establish the Federation in 1992.  Julia has degrees in psychology and a Masters in Business Administration.  Currently Julia is completing a PhD in Psychology, looking at the transfer of prison healthcare to NHS responsibility.  Having been with the Federation since its onset, Julia is committed to the values and principles on which it has been built and continues to develop quality services which meet the needs of our clients.  Julia is responsible for the strategic direction and continued development of the organisation.

Rob Gardiner

Deputy Chief Executive

Rob was appointed as Deputy Chief Executive in August 2008. His previous role has been as Operations Manager for Carers Federation. Rob worked for many years in Nottinghamshire County Council Children’s Services before spending 12 years as Regional Counseling Manager for Childline in the Midlands and East Anglia.

Paul Roach

Finance Manager

Paul was appointed as Finance Manager for the Carers Federation in July 2009, having worked in finance since completing his degree in Accounting and Finance in 1982. Paul is a member of the Association of International Accountants and the Institute of Financial Accountants.

Paul previously worked for the Lincolnshire NHS Trust and has many years' experience in the charitable and education sectors.

Paul is responsible for the management and development of the Federations finance function.

Lindsey Trueman

Human Resources Manager

Lindsey was appointed as Human Resource Manager for the Carers Federation in November 2010 and has responsibility for the management and development of the Federations Human Resource function. Lindsey is a Chartered Member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development and holds a Post-Graduate Certificate in HR Management and a Post-Graduate Diploma in Personnel Management. Lindsey has more than 10 years human resource experience gained in the public sector.

Trish Cargill

Chair

The Chair’s role at meetings consists of:

Planning and running the meetings
Ensuring the meeting follows the agreed Agenda items
Ensuring that all attendees are involved in decision-making
Keeping order

In addition, the Chair also

- Ensures the organisation adheres to its policies, procedures and legal responsibilities
- Represents the organisation and wider community
- Provides clear leadership
- Welcomes all new Trustees and members of staff to the organisation

Christine Thomas

Vice-Chair

The Vice Chair supports the Chair in the above activities and on occasions represents the Chair when required.  A close working relationship between the Chair and Vice Chair is essential for the smooth-running of the organisation, and regular liaison between the two posts is vital.  The Vice Chair is from time to time required to take the lead on specific issues.

Eileen Robinson

Treasurer

The Treasurer must ensure that the Carers Federation adheres to SORPS 3 (Statement of Recommended Practice for Charity accounts) regulations at all times.  The Treasurer must ensure that the organisation spends its money correctly, meets all financial obligations and ensures that its assets are not put at risk.  The Treasurer must make sure the Board receives regular financial reports, and sufficient information on which to base any decisions made.