Meet our people
The leadership team
Our leadership team is responsible for setting the strategic direction of Dignus Group and ensuring the people we support remain at the centre of every decision we make.
Together, they provide leadership, governance and oversight while driving quality, innovation and positive outcomes across the organisation.
Symmr Sandhu
Chief Executive Officer
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Symmr founded Dignus Group in 2006, bringing with him extensive experience in the Health and Social Care sector dating back to the late 1990s. Over the course of his career, he has worked across a wide range of service provisions, including educational settings for children, complex care services for individuals with high‑acuity needs, and residential and nursing care for older adults.
Before establishing Dignus Group, Symmr held senior management positions with Advantage Healthcare and was a joint founding partner of Options Group, a specialist provider supporting children and young adults. He also served as a shareholder and Director within his family’s elderly care group, contributing to the development and governance of multiple service areas. In addition to his work with Dignus, Symmr is a Director of a Birmingham‑based pharmacy business operating on behalf of a prominent local charity.
Symmr Sandhu
Chief Executive Officer
Symmr founded Dignus Group in 2006, bringing with him extensive experience in the Health and Social Care sector dating back to the late 1990s. Over the course of his career, he has worked across a wide range of service provisions, including educational settings for children, complex care services for individuals with high‑acuity needs, and residential and nursing care for older adults.
Before establishing Dignus Group, Symmr held senior management positions with Advantage Healthcare and was a joint founding partner of Options Group, a specialist provider supporting children and young adults. He also served as a shareholder and Director within his family’s elderly care group, contributing to the development and governance of multiple service areas. In addition to his work with Dignus, Symmr is a Director of a Birmingham‑based pharmacy business operating on behalf of a prominent local charity.
Carl Brown
Chief Financial Officer
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Carl has extensive health sector and private equity experience with significant experience in financing, re-financing, corporate governance and of businesses experiencing rapid organic growth.
Carl joined Dignus as CFO in September 2019 and has subsequently supported the Group’s organic growth, investment in people, structure and systems, development of management information and enhanced governance and oversight.
Prior to joining Dignus, Carl has spent over 15 years in senior leadership roles within the specialist healthcare sector with Voyage Care (one of the UK’s largest LD and specialist care home providers), Allied Healthcare (previously one of the UKs largest home care providers) and spent four years in Toronto, Canada where he held a senior leadership position in the Ontario home care sector.
Carl qualified as a chartered accountant with KPMG Birmingham and has a BSc and MSc in Economics.
Carl Brown
Chief Financial Officer
Carl has extensive health sector and private equity experience with significant experience in financing, re-financing, corporate governance and of businesses experiencing rapid organic growth.
Carl joined Dignus as CFO in September 2019 and has subsequently supported the Group’s organic growth, investment in people, structure and systems, development of management information and enhanced governance and oversight.
Prior to joining Dignus, Carl has spent over 15 years in senior leadership roles within the specialist healthcare sector with Voyage Care (one of the UK’s largest LD and specialist care home providers), Allied Healthcare (previously one of the UKs largest home care providers) and spent four years in Toronto, Canada where he held a senior leadership position in the Ontario home care sector.
Carl qualified as a chartered accountant with KPMG Birmingham and has a BSc and MSc in Economics.
Theresa Clarey
Operations Director
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Theresa started her career as a Support Worker in 2008, supporting adults with learning disabilities, and this is where her passion for health and social care truly began. Over the past 17 years, she has progressed into senior leadership roles, including Director level, overseeing both residential and supported living services for adults and children with learning disabilities and complex needs.
Her drive to improve lives led her into consultancy, where she supported providers to strengthen quality, culture and outcomes for the people they support. After a year in consultancy, Theresa realised that Operations is where her energy, strengths and purpose are best aligned – working closely with people, influencing positive change and ensuring services don’t just meet standards, but genuinely transform lives.
Theresa Clarey
Operations Director
Theresa started her career as a Support Worker in 2008, supporting adults with learning disabilities, and this is where her passion for health and social care truly began. Over the past 17 years, she has progressed into senior leadership roles, including Director level, overseeing both residential and supported living services for adults and children with learning disabilities and complex needs.
Her drive to improve lives led her into consultancy, where she supported providers to strengthen quality, culture and outcomes for the people they support. After a year in consultancy, Theresa realised that Operations is where her energy, strengths and purpose are best aligned – working closely with people, influencing positive change and ensuring services don’t just meet standards, but genuinely transform lives.
Ammer Sandhu
Director of Estates
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Ammer is a founder shareholder of Dignus Group and has played a key role in the organisation’s organic growth to date. He is responsible for overseeing new developments and the ongoing maintenance of Dignus Group’s expanding property portfolio, ensuring homes are safe, high-quality, and fit for purpose.
Alongside his work at Dignus Group, Ammer has extensive experience within family-owned healthcare businesses. He joined the family business in 2003 and worked as part of the senior operations team within the elderly care division until its sale in 2019.
Ammer has worked in the healthcare industry since qualifying with a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering in 1999. He began his career in the medical device sector, gaining valuable international experience with Boston Scientific in both the Republic of Ireland and the United States.
Ammer Sandhu
Director of Estates
Ammer is a founder shareholder of Dignus Group and has played a key role in the organisation’s organic growth to date. He is responsible for overseeing new developments and the ongoing maintenance of Dignus Group’s expanding property portfolio, ensuring homes are safe, high-quality, and fit for purpose.
Alongside his work at Dignus Group, Ammer has extensive experience within family-owned healthcare businesses. He joined the family business in 2003 and worked as part of the senior operations team within the elderly care division until its sale in 2019.
Ammer has worked in the healthcare industry since qualifying with a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering in 1999. He began his career in the medical device sector, gaining valuable international experience with Boston Scientific in both the Republic of Ireland and the United States.
Emma Stanford
HR Director
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Emma joined Dignus in July 2021 as Head of People, with responsibility for HR, Recruitment, and Learning & Development. She is a CIPD‑qualified HR professional with over 10 years’ experience gained across the Financial, Recruitment, and Healthcare sectors, bringing a broad and practical understanding of people management within complex and regulated environments.
Since joining Dignus, Emma has been instrumental in establishing and developing the organisation’s people function. During her first year, she built a new HR team and introduced clear processes, policies, and governance frameworks to support the wider business in delivering its strategic objectives and performance goals.
Emma continues to work closely with leaders across the organisation to strengthen workforce capability, enhance employee experience, and embed a positive, people‑focused culture. She is passionate about developing talent, supporting continuous improvement, and ensuring that Dignus remains a great place to work as the organisation continues to grow.
Emma Stanford
HR Director
Emma joined Dignus in July 2021 as Head of People, with responsibility for HR, Recruitment, and Learning & Development. She is a CIPD‑qualified HR professional with over 10 years’ experience gained across the Financial, Recruitment, and Healthcare sectors, bringing a broad and practical understanding of people management within complex and regulated environments.
Since joining Dignus, Emma has been instrumental in establishing and developing the organisation’s people function. During her first year, she built a new HR team and introduced clear processes, policies, and governance frameworks to support the wider business in delivering its strategic objectives and performance goals.
Emma continues to work closely with leaders across the organisation to strengthen workforce capability, enhance employee experience, and embed a positive, people‑focused culture. She is passionate about developing talent, supporting continuous improvement, and ensuring that Dignus remains a great place to work as the organisation continues to grow.
Rich Tomlinson
Director of IT and Systems
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Rich joined Dignus in January 2022 as Director of IT and Systems, a role created to support the organisation’s sustainable growth and evolving digital strategy. With over a decade of experience across the health sector and senior IT leadership roles in both the public and private sectors, including HMRC, he brings strong operational and technical expertise to the Group.
At Dignus, Rich has led the modernisation of systems and processes, delivering enhanced digital solutions for medication workflows and a bespoke HR platform that supports the full employee journey. He has also strengthened the Group’s cybersecurity posture through modern security controls and recognised standards, remaining focused on using technology to improve efficiency, safety, and future growth across Dignus Group.
Rich Tomlinson
Director of IT and Systems
Rich joined Dignus in January 2022 as Director of IT and Systems, a role created to support the organisation’s sustainable growth and evolving digital strategy. With over a decade of experience across the health sector and senior IT leadership roles in both the public and private sectors, including HMRC, he brings strong operational and technical expertise to the Group.
At Dignus, Rich has led the modernisation of systems and processes, delivering enhanced digital solutions for medication workflows and a bespoke HR platform that supports the full employee journey. He has also strengthened the Group’s cybersecurity posture through modern security controls and recognised standards, remaining focused on using technology to improve efficiency, safety, and future growth across Dignus Group.
Anna Cameron
Commercial Director
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Anna is a senior leader in health and social care, known for driving high‑impact transformation across services for people with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs, and complex needs. She has delivered significant improvements in service quality, organisational performance, and sustainable growth, shaping models of support that enable people with complex needs to live safer, more independent, and fulfilling lives. Her work is rooted in a clear mission: raising standards across the sector and influencing the systems that shape it.
As Business Development Director at Look Ahead Housing, Care and Support, Anna showcased nationally recognised supported‑living best practice to the Department of Health and Social Care. She also contributes her expertise as a Non‑Executive Director for Talk Back UK, a charity championing alternative education, advocacy, and personal development for young people with learning disabilities and/or autism.
Anna Cameron
Commercial Director
Anna is a senior leader in health and social care, known for driving high‑impact transformation across services for people with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs, and complex needs. She has delivered significant improvements in service quality, organisational performance, and sustainable growth, shaping models of support that enable people with complex needs to live safer, more independent, and fulfilling lives. Her work is rooted in a clear mission: raising standards across the sector and influencing the systems that shape it.
As Business Development Director at Look Ahead Housing, Care and Support, Anna showcased nationally recognised supported‑living best practice to the Department of Health and Social Care. She also contributes her expertise as a Non‑Executive Director for Talk Back UK, a charity championing alternative education, advocacy, and personal development for young people with learning disabilities and/or autism.
Operational leadership team
Our Operational Leadership Team brings together the specialist leaders responsible for ensuring our homes, services and support functions deliver outstanding outcomes every day.
Aga Kosacka
Finance Manager
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Aga joined Dignus Group in June 2020 as Finance Manager and leads the finance function across the entire organisation. She oversees the day-to-day financial operations, working closely with her team to deliver accurate monthly and annual reporting that supports informed decision-making across the Group.
With a strong focus on efficiency and continuous improvement, Aga is passionate about streamlining processes and introducing automation where possible, adding real value to the business. She brings over 15 years of experience in finance, having previously worked in the manufacturing sector in a variety of roles. During this time, she developed a passion for accounting and went on to achieve her professional CIMA qualification, further strengthening her expertise and leadership within the finance function.
Aga Kosacka
Finance Manager
Aga joined Dignus Group in June 2020 as Finance Manager and leads the finance function across the entire organisation. She oversees the day-to-day financial operations, working closely with her team to deliver accurate monthly and annual reporting that supports informed decision-making across the Group.
With a strong focus on efficiency and continuous improvement, Aga is passionate about streamlining processes and introducing automation where possible, adding real value to the business. She brings over 15 years of experience in finance, having previously worked in the manufacturing sector in a variety of roles. During this time, she developed a passion for accounting and went on to achieve her professional CIMA qualification, further strengthening her expertise and leadership within the finance function.
Liz Kennedy
Talent Acquisition Manager
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Liz joined the Dignus Team in September 2025 as Talent Acquisition Manager. She has extensive experience in talent acquisition and resourcing management across the healthcare, retail, and global recruitment sectors.
Liz’s role as Talent Acquisition Manager consists of leading recruitment strategies across the organisation, supporting managers with all aspects of recruitment, and ensuring candidates receive a positive experience throughout the hiring process. She is passionate about building strong relationships, improving recruitment practices, and helping position Dignus Group as an employer of choice.
In her free time, Liz enjoys country walks with her energetic cocker spaniel and keeping active at the gym.
Liz Kennedy
Talent Acquisition Manager
Liz joined the Dignus Team in September 2025 as Talent Acquisition Manager. She has extensive experience in talent acquisition and resourcing management across the healthcare, retail, and global recruitment sectors.
Liz’s role as Talent Acquisition Manager consists of leading recruitment strategies across the organisation, supporting managers with all aspects of recruitment, and ensuring candidates receive a positive experience throughout the hiring process. She is passionate about building strong relationships, improving recruitment practices, and helping position Dignus Group as an employer of choice.
In her free time, Liz enjoys country walks with her energetic cocker spaniel and keeping active at the gym.
William Corbett
Marketing Manager
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Will is the Marketing Manager at Dignus Group, leading on brand, communications and campaigns across the organisation. He plays a key role in shaping how Dignus communicates its work, ensuring the impact of services and the experiences of the people we support are clearly represented.
With a background across health, not-for-profit and agency sectors, Will brings a broad range of experience to his role and a strong understanding of working within complex, purpose-led environments.
At Dignus, he focuses on building brand awareness, strengthening engagement and supporting wider organisational priorities through marketing activity. He is particularly passionate about translating complex work into clear, human stories that reflect real outcomes.
“For me, it’s about showing the real impact of the work we do – making sure the people, stories and outcomes behind Dignus are seen and understood.”
William Corbett
Marketing Manager
Will is the Marketing Manager at Dignus Group, leading on brand, communications and campaigns across the organisation. He plays a key role in shaping how Dignus communicates its work, ensuring the impact of services and the experiences of the people we support are clearly represented.
With a background across health, not-for-profit and agency sectors, Will brings a broad range of experience to his role and a strong understanding of working within complex, purpose-led environments.
At Dignus, he focuses on building brand awareness, strengthening engagement and supporting wider organisational priorities through marketing activity. He is particularly passionate about translating complex work into clear, human stories that reflect real outcomes.
“For me, it’s about showing the real impact of the work we do – making sure the people, stories and outcomes behind Dignus are seen and understood.”
Referrals & partnerships team
Our Referrals & Partnerships Team works closely with families, commissioners, social workers, case managers and healthcare professionals to identify the right support pathway for every individual.
The team understands that every referral represents a person, a family and a future.
Their role is to help create solutions that lead to positive, long-term outcomes.
Dominic Dyer
Head of Referrals and Partnerships
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Dom is Head of Referrals and Partnerships at Dignus Group, leading the organisation’s approach to referrals, partnerships and sustainable growth across specialist services.
With nearly 20 years’ experience in health and social care, Dom brings a strong background in both commercial and operational leadership. His work focuses on strengthening referral pathways and ensuring individuals are supported to access the right home, in the right location, with the right level of care.
Prior to joining Dignus in 2025, Dom led a dedicated growth function for one of the UK’s largest specialist support providers, consistently delivering strong occupancy and performance outcomes. At Dignus, he continues to build collaborative relationships across the sector, helping more people move into environments where they can thrive.
Dom is particularly motivated by seeing individuals settle into new chapters of their lives and achieve goals they once thought were out of reach.
Outside of work, Dom enjoys sport – especially golf and football – and spending time travelling with his family. Weekends are often spent in the countryside with his partner, son and their dogs.
Dominic Dyer
Head of Referrals and Partnerships
Dom is Head of Referrals and Partnerships at Dignus Group, leading the organisation’s approach to referrals, partnerships and sustainable growth across specialist services.
With nearly 20 years’ experience in health and social care, Dom brings a strong background in both commercial and operational leadership. His work focuses on strengthening referral pathways and ensuring individuals are supported to access the right home, in the right location, with the right level of care.
Prior to joining Dignus in 2025, Dom led a dedicated growth function for one of the UK’s largest specialist support providers, consistently delivering strong occupancy and performance outcomes. At Dignus, he continues to build collaborative relationships across the sector, helping more people move into environments where they can thrive.
Dom is particularly motivated by seeing individuals settle into new chapters of their lives and achieve goals they once thought were out of reach.
Outside of work, Dom enjoys sport – especially golf and football – and spending time travelling with his family. Weekends are often spent in the countryside with his partner, son and their dogs.
Imogen White
Referrals and Assessments Manager
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Imogen is a Referrals and Assessments Manager at Dignus Group, supporting individuals, families and professionals at the start of their journey with the organisation. She plays a key role in ensuring people are matched with the right environments and support, helping to create strong foundations from the outset.
Her pathway into care was shaped by personal experience, having seen first-hand the difference the right support can make. This inspired her to build a career where she could help others access the same opportunities. Imogen has progressed through roles including support worker, team leader, deputy and manager, giving her a well-rounded and practical understanding of complex, person-centred care.
In her current role, Imogen works closely with colleagues and partners to identify the right support solutions, always focusing on dignity, outcomes and long-term stability. While she is no longer based in frontline services, she remains closely connected to the impact of the work and is passionate about helping people lead fulfilling, meaningful lives.
Imogen particularly values the opportunity to meet people at the beginning of their journey and follow the progress they make – from building confidence and relationships to achieving personal goals. She is proud to play a part in helping people access support at the moments it matters most.
Imogen White
Referrals and Assessments Manager
Imogen is a Referrals and Assessments Manager at Dignus Group, supporting individuals, families and professionals at the start of their journey with the organisation. She plays a key role in ensuring people are matched with the right environments and support, helping to create strong foundations from the outset.
Her pathway into care was shaped by personal experience, having seen first-hand the difference the right support can make. This inspired her to build a career where she could help others access the same opportunities. Imogen has progressed through roles including support worker, team leader, deputy and manager, giving her a well-rounded and practical understanding of complex, person-centred care.
In her current role, Imogen works closely with colleagues and partners to identify the right support solutions, always focusing on dignity, outcomes and long-term stability. While she is no longer based in frontline services, she remains closely connected to the impact of the work and is passionate about helping people lead fulfilling, meaningful lives.
Imogen particularly values the opportunity to meet people at the beginning of their journey and follow the progress they make – from building confidence and relationships to achieving personal goals. She is proud to play a part in helping people access support at the moments it matters most.
The team can help with
Complex placements
Supporting people whose needs require specialist environments and bespoke approaches.
Community transitions
Helping people move successfully into community-based support and greater independence.
Emergency placements
Providing responsive support when urgent solutions are required.
Hospital discharges
Supporting safe transitions from hospital settings into the community.
One team, one purpose
Although our roles may differ, every team member across Dignus Group shares the same purpose:
Helping people build confidence, achieve positive outcomes and create better futures.
Whether supporting someone to move into a new home, develop life skills, build confidence or achieve greater independence, our people are the reason positive outcomes happen every day.
Ready to speak to the team?
Whether you’re looking for support, making a referral or exploring career opportunities, we’d love to hear from you.
Homes, not placements.
Outcomes, not occupancy.
Brave decisions, better lives
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