Meet The Leeds Team

Farina Tayub

Managing Director

Farina Tayub took over Caremark Leeds Bradford in January 2008. She has a financial background and was previously involved in businesses in the financial sector. Since setting up the company she has dedicated herself to supporting her domiciliary care business, with a focus on providing excellent care and support to customers in Leeds Bradford.

Ahmed Sacranie

Operations Director

Ahmed Joined Caremark Leeds Bradford in March 2026 as The Operations Director.

With over 20 years’ experience in Operations and Logistics across many different sectors, he has been tasked to lead the team to continue with high quality care and support through streamlined and efficient Operations.

Keula De Barros

Registered Care Manager

Keula De Barros was inspired to enter career in care after seeing how her father struggled when he became very ill and needed a kidney transplant. She joined Caremark as a Care Assistant before  becoming our Recruitment & Compliance Officer. She was promoted to the position of Registered Care Manager in January 2025.

Shamiso Dube

Senior Care Worker

Shamiso joined Caremark in 2024 as a Carer, beginning her journey in care during the pandemic. Her dedication and compassion quickly led to a promotion to Senior Carer, and she now serves as a Senior Care Worker. Shamiso is now leading and coordinating all children’s care packages across our services, and describes care as her true “passion.” 

Simranjit Kaur

Senior Care Worker

Simranjit joined Caremark in 2022 as a Care Assistant and was promoted to Senior Care Assistant within a year. Her dedication and leadership have now led her to the role of Care Coordinator for Leeds and Wetherby. Simranjit is responsible for organising rotas, liaising with customers and carers, and supporting the continued growth of the business.

Silvia Rodrigues

Care Coordinator (Leeds South)

Silvia joined Caremark in November 2024 as a Care Coordinator for South Leeds. She has 10 years of experience in the care sector, including 2 years as a Dementia Support Worker and is focused on providing compassionate care and making a positive impact on the lives of our customers and their families.

Cherie Overton

Care Coordinator (Leeds East & West)

Cherie joined Caremark as a Carer in 2019 and says being able to help people and witnessing their happiness truly filled her heart with joy. She thoroughly deserved her promotion to Care Coordinator covering the East and West of Leeds.

Yasmin de Alva

Field Care Supervisor (Leeds South)

Yasmin de Alva joined Caremark in 2023 as a Care Assistant and has since progressed to the role of Field Care Supervisor. She works closely with clients, their families, and the care team to ensure the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care. With experience in both roles, Yasmin understands the importance of compassion, respect, and professionalism, and is committed to supporting individuals to live independently while maintaining strong, positive relationships within the community

Emma Benson

Field Care Supervisor (Leeds North & Wetherby)

Emma joined Caremark in 2018 as a Care Assistant after experiencing firsthand the high-quality care Caremark provided to her Grandad, which inspired her to pursue a career in care. She quickly progressed within the company, becoming a Field Care Supervisor and later a Care Coordinator, supporting both customers and Care Assistants. After taking time away to start a family, Emma returned to Caremark in 2025 as a Care Assistant and has since been promoted to Field Care Supervisor for Leeds North & Wetherby. Emma is passionate about delivering outstanding care and supporting her team to provide compassionate, person-centred support to our customers. 

Joanna Gaffling-Szamuk

Administrator

Joanna first joined Caremark Leeds Bradford as an Administration Assistant in November 2009. She helps out with the important day to day general office administration; ensuring everything in the office runs smoothly.

Kristine Llanto

Recruitment & Marketing Officer

Kristine has a background as a pastry chef, having spent over 10 years working in fast-paced kitchen environments. Looking for a change and a better work-life balance, she transitioned into a career in care. She is now studying at university while working with Caremark, bringing her strong work ethic, adaptability, and people-focused approach into her role in recruitment and marketing.