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Our team
Gary Spencer-Humphrey
Founder & Principal Social Worker
BA (Hons) LL.B (Hons) PgD MA RSW MBASW FRSPH
Gary is our Founder Director and Principal Social Worker. He is an AMHP, BIA, Social Supervisor and our Lead Expert Witness.
Sarah McCully
Deputy Director
BA (Hons) MSc PGDip CBT RSW MBASW
Sarah is our Deputy Director, who is a trained CBT therapist and registered social worker.
Jaimie Huntley
Social Work Consultant
BA (Hons) RSW MBASW
Jaimie is our Consultant Social Worker, a qualified BIA, practice supervisor and is our South East lead.
Michelle Tandy
OT Consultant
BSc (Hons) MRCOT
Michelle is our Consultant Occupational Therapist, moving and handling trainer and is our South West lead.
Akhil Jose
Specialist Social Worker
BBA (Hons) MSW MA RMA RSW MBASW
Akhil is a Specialist Social Worker (Associate) a registered manager and BIA. He serves as our Learning Needs / Neurodivergent Lead.








Jules Fox
Advanced Social Worker
BA (Hons) RSW MBASW
Jules is an Advanced Social Worker (Associate) and an AMHP. She is our lead for the two Midlands teams.
ONBOARDING
Nurse Consultant
BSc (Hons) RNMH
We are onboarding our Senior Nurse, who will take on the role of our London Lead.




#TeamAdmin
Admin Support Team
Our virtual office team provide support when we're out of the office, assessing or supporting clients. They work 7 days a week.


Sophia Miguel
Virtual Assistant
BEd (Hons)
Sophia is one of our VAs assisting with our private client enquiries.


Little Nova
Little Nova is our team mascot, ensuring we shine bright in everything we do. We use Little Nova when working with children or those who need a little light lift.


RECRUITING FOR 2026
Healthcare Professional
TBC
We are recruiting for a Nurse, OT, SaLT or Psychologist Associate or Consultant to lead our North Team in opening in 2026.
Our Support Team




RECRUITING 2026
EHCP Lead
TBC
We'll be looking for an ECHP Lead to manage our ECHP service opening in early 2026
RECRUITING 2025
Support Officer
TBC
Our Professional Support Officer supports the day-to-day operations of the office and provides administrative assistance








RECRUITING 2026
Care Specialist
TBC
We're seeking a care specialist to support our ECHP service, opening in 2026.
COMING SOON
Deputy Practitioner
TBC
Our Deputy Practitioner supports the work of our associates and consultants.


Our Leaders
Our Consultants, Associates & Assistants


Nathan Smith
IT Support Lead
BTEC Level 3 in IT
Nathan is our IT support lead, keeping all our technology running smoothly.
ONBOARDING
Media Assistant
TBC
Our Media Assistant works with our leadership team to bring you #NovaCare in the digital world.
Gary Spencer-Humphrey
Principal Social Worker
BA (Hons) LL.B (Hons) PgD MA RSW MBASW FRSPH
Gary is our Principal Social Worker. He is a qualified AMHP, BIA, Social Supervisor and our Lead Expert Witness.
Sarah McCully
Deputy Director
BA (Hons) MSc PGDip CBT RSW
Sarah is our Deputy Director, a trained CBT therapist and a qualified social worker.
Jaimie Huntley
Social Work Consultant
BA (Hons) RSW MBASW
Jaimie is a Consultant Social Worker, a qualified BIA, practice supervisor and is our South East lead.
Michelle Tandy
OT Consultant
BSc (Hons) MRCOT
Michelle is our Consultant Occupational Therapist, a moving and handling expert, and our South West lead.
Akhil Jose
Specialist Social Worker
BBA (Hons) MSW MA RMA RSW MBASW
Akhil is a Specialist Social Worker and BIA. He is also a registered manager and serves as our team's Learning Needs / Neurodivergent Lead.












Jules Fox
Advanced Social Worker
BA (Hons) RSW MBASW
Jules is an Advanced Social Worker and AMHP. She leads our Midlands team and our Trauma-Informed Practice Lead.
ONBOARDING
Nurse Consultant
BSc (Hons) RNMH
We are onboarding our Senior Nurse and they will take on the role of being our London Lead.


Nathan Smith
IT Support Lead
BTEC Level 3 IT
Nathan is our IT support lead, keeping all our technology running smoothly.


#TeamAdmin
Admin Support Team
Our virtual office team provide support when we're out of the office, supporting or assessing clients. They work 7 days a week.


Sophia Miguel
Virtual Assistant
BEd (Hons)
Sophia is one of our VAs assisting our private client enquiries.




Little Nova
Little Nova is our team mascot, ensuring we shine bright in everything we do. We use Little Nova when working with children or those who need a little light lift.


RECRUITING
HCP Professional
We are recruiting for a nurse, OT, SaLT or Psychologist to lead our North Team in 2026.
COMING SOON
Assistant Practitioner
Our Assistant Practitioners support the work of our Consultants and are a named contact for our long-term clients.


ONBOARDING
Media Assistant
Our Media Assistant works with our leadership team to bring you #NovaCare in the digital world.


RECRUITING 2025
Support Officer
Our Professional Support Officer supports the day-to-day operations of the office and provides administrative assistance.


COMING SOON
EHCP Lead
We're looking for an EHCP Lead to manage our ECHP Division, opening in 2026.


COMING SOON
EHCP Specialist
We're looking for an ECHP specialist to support our ECHP Division, opening in 2026.


Gary Spencer-Humphrey
Director Consultant
BA (Hons) LL.B (Hons) PgD MA
RSW MBASW FRSPH
Gary is our Principal Social Worker and Managing Director. He is a qualified AMHP, BIA, Social Supervisor and
Lead Expert Witness.
Sarah McCully
Deputy Director
BA (Hons) MSc PgD RSW MBASW
Sarah is our Deputy Director, Data Protection Officer and Compliance Lead. She is a qualified social worker and psychotherapist.
Jaimie Huntley
Consultant
BA (Hons) RSW MBASW
Jaimie is a Social Worker, a qualified BIA, practice supervisor and leads our Older Adults Division.
Michelle Tandy
Consultant
BSc (Hons) MRCOT
Michelle is an Occupational Therapist and our moving and handling expert. She leads our Reablement Division.
Akhil Jose
Associate Consultant
BBA (Hons) MSW MA RSW MBASW
Akhil is a Social Worker and Trainee BIA. He leads our Learning Needs / Neurodivergent Division.










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