Gemma Chandler

Gemma Chandler is an experienced professional in the social care and housing sectors, currently serving as the Director of Complex Needs and Operational Project Lead at Hestia Charity since May 2018. Previous positions include Commissioning Director at Long Fennel Ltd, Operations Manager at Affinity Trust, Director at Go Social Care, and Service Development Manager at Excel Support Services, where management and development of support living services for adults with complex needs were key responsibilities. Early career roles include being an Owner at GoGoLouberry Handmade Gifts, Support Worker at Tonna Care Services, and Social Care Consultant at Brownstone Care Development. Gemma also worked as a Family Assessment Worker at One Step at a Time and held multiple roles at Care Assured/McLaughlin Care, including Director of Care and Compliance. Educational qualifications include A Levels in English Language and Literature from Henley College and earlier studies at Chiltern Edge Comprehensive.