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Meet the Team

The people behind the care, across both of our registered services.

A Star Care Services (Solihull)

The Solihull & Birmingham team

Covering Solihull, Birmingham and the surrounding villages. Registered Manager, Victoria Sheppard.

Ajit Riar, Responsible Individual at A Star Care Services

Ajit Riar

Responsible Individual

Ajit is a vital member of our team. With extensive experience in the industry, he more than compensates with his unwavering commitment to quality care. After initially pursuing a different career path following university, Ajit realised that his true calling lay in providing care that truly made a difference. To equip himself with the skills needed to deliver exceptional care, Ajit pursued a Health & Social Care Level 5 qualification and completed it within a year. His dedication to quality is profound, and he understands that to ensure it, he must work closely with his team and remain engaged with our clients in the community.

Victoria Sheppard, Registered Manager at A Star Care Services

Victoria Sheppard

Registered Manager

Vicky comes from a background that may seem unrelated – she was previously a Wedding Organiser. However, her ability to plan and coordinate with precision has transferred seamlessly into ensuring our client calls are met promptly and efficiently. Her diverse background highlights the adaptability and versatility of our team. Vicky's hands-on approach keeps her closely connected to our clients, allowing her to understand their needs and help ensure our care services remain consistently high-quality.

Pippa Verschoyle, Admin Coordinator at A Star Care Services

Pippa Verschoyle

Admin Coordinator

Pippa plays a key role in supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the business. As Admin Coordinator, she ensures communication, scheduling, and administrative processes are handled efficiently, helping both clients and staff stay supported.

Samina, Senior Care Assistant / Trainer at A Star Care Services

Samina

Senior Care Assistant / Trainer

Samina has over 20 years of experience in the care industry and is a highly valued senior member of our team. Known for her warm and caring personality, she takes great pride in delivering exceptional care to clients. Now a certified trainer, Samina delivers essential training to new carers and provides ongoing support throughout their roles. Her dedication, experience, and passion for care make her an invaluable asset to the team.

A Star Care Services (Lichfield, Tamworth & Sutton Coldfield)

The Lichfield, Tamworth & Sutton Coldfield team

Based in Fradley, covering Lichfield, Tamworth, Sutton Coldfield and all surrounding areas. Registered Manager, Karendeep Gandam.

Ajit Riar, Responsible Individual at A Star Care Services

Ajit Riar

Responsible Individual

Ajit is a vital member of our team. With extensive experience in the industry, he more than compensates with his unwavering commitment to quality care. After initially pursuing a different career path following university, Ajit realised that his true calling lay in providing care that truly made a difference. To equip himself with the skills needed to deliver exceptional care, Ajit pursued a Health & Social Care Level 5 qualification and completed it within a year. His dedication to quality is profound, and he understands that to ensure it, he must work closely with his team and remain engaged with our clients in the community.

Karendeep Gandam, Director & Registered Manager at A Star Care Services

Karendeep Gandam

Director & Registered Manager

Karen is a Director and Registered Manager at A Star Care Services, with a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care. Having gained valuable experience working within the Solihull team, Karen has now moved across to the Lichfield, Tamworth and Sutton Coldfield service, where she oversees the day-to-day delivery and development of high-quality, person-centred care.

Prior to working in health and social care, Karen spent nine years working in marketing and business development within the legal sector, where she gained extensive experience in strategic planning, client relationships, communications and business growth.

Combining her experience across both sectors, Karen works alongside Ajit to oversee the service, support and develop the care team, maintain high standards of care and compliance, and drive continuous improvement and the ongoing growth of A Star Care Services.

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