Meet the team

At Opus Care Group, we’re not just a residential care provider in the UK; we’re champions for transformation in the care sector.

Advocates for transformative change

At Opus Care Group, our mission is to raise standards across the care sector by focusing on what truly matters: delivering high-quality, person-centred support for children and young people. We are dedicated to enhancing their lives, promoting independence through empowerment, and creating meaningful opportunities for growth.

We provide a wide range of engaging activities—from outdoor adventures to educational and developmental play—that support emotional well-being, build confidence, and encourage personal achievement. Our nurturing environment is designed to help every child and young person thrive, regardless of their background or circumstances.
At Opus Care Group, we are more than just a residential care provider. We are champions for excellence and progress in children’s care, committed to creating positive, lasting change in the lives of those we support.

Meet the team

At Opus Care Group, we’re not just a residential care provider in the UK; we’re champions for transformation in the care sector.

Company Director

Clayton Rice

Clayton is a results-driven leader with a strong track record in business growth and operational excellence. With years of experience in health, well-being, and nutrition, he brings a holistic approach to leadership—combining strategic insight with a passion for promoting wellness and high performance across his ventures.

Company Director

Kazem Cole

A dynamic and results-driven leader with a proven track record of successfully managing and growing a thriving business. As Company Director, they take strategic ownership of the company’s vision and direction, driving sustainable growth while ensuring operational excellence across all areas.

Operations Manager

Liam Rice

A forward-thinking leader committed to delivering exceptional care and support while driving operational excellence, business growth, and positive change across the organisation.

Financial Operations Manager

Lee Smith

A strategic and detail-focused financial leader dedicated to maintaining strong financial health, operational efficiency, and the long-term sustainability of services

Responsible Individual

Julie Bucknall

Julie is a consultant social worker with 30 years’ experience working with children, young people, families and professionals. Her role is to supervise the management and delivery of our service and will ensure a quality service is provided for all children and young people we care for. She is passionate about her role and aims to make a positive experience and environment for children to, aspire, thrive and achieve.

Workforce Development & Therapeutic Lead

John Bucknall

John has over 30 years’ experience of working in children and adult social care, as a commissionaire, manager and frontline practitioner. John is a qualified therapist and teacher in higher adult and further education.

Homes Manager

Gemma Finn

Homes Manager

Anthony Williams

Homes Manager

Jane Wright