Meet the Team

My name is Martin, and I am proud to be the Registered Home Manager at Highfield House. If you view our beautiful home, you’ll experience just how much care and dedication we offer to our residents. I have nearly 20 years’ experience working across the health and social care sector. We strive to provide a personalised, happy, and homely environment, where my team and I will always be there for you. Guests are welcome to visit whenever is most convenient and we look forward to greeting you with a warm and friendly smile. 

My name is Lesley Gooch and I have been the Deputy Manager of Highfield House since 2021. Working in care is very rewarding and supporting and developing our team makes it all the more enjoyable. It gives me great delight in helping others and making a difference to the residents to ensure they receive the best possible experience. Our exceptional care, kindness and genuine passion makes this home very special.

I have had a career in finance since leaving school (a few years ago now!). I headed an accounts department for many years at a double glazing firm in Ipswich and moved on to being a Financial Controller for an interior design company in Woodbridge. Originally from Felixstowe, I joined Highfield House in January 2016 shortly after moving to Halesworth. 

To relax I enjoy cooking and love binge-watching box sets in my spare time.

I am responsible for all the maintenance and health and safety at Highfield House and have been in the home improvements/maintenance trade for nearly 30 years.

In my free time I am heavily involved with charity work and fundraising for local causes. I enjoy hiking and am a keen cyclist where I have completed many cycle rides raising money for charity.

In the past I used to play rugby for Beccles then went on to coach local youngsters the sport instead.