Experience

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  Pgl travel

  Jul 2013 - Nov 2014

  Efl teacher and activity instructor: group leader

  Led and facilitated English as a Foreign Language (EFL) program for diverse groups of foreign students, catering to varying proficiency levels and individual learning needs. Additionally, organised and conducted engaging outdoor activities tailored for school groups, visitors, and families, promoting experiential learning and fostering teamwork and leadership skills. Provided comprehensive pastoral care and served in loco parentis role for children during holiday programs, ensuring their well-being, safety, and positive educational experiences. Show less

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  Arts university bournemouth students' union

  Nov 2014 - Jul 2017

  Communities and activities coordinator

  Supporting and advocating for the student voice while ensuring accountability within the university community. Providing dedicated support to elected student committees and overseeing the development of the Clubs and Societies Committee. Actively seeking and securing grant funding for specialised activities, overseeing projects, and evaluating impact. Managing environmental initiatives and driving volunteer and fundraising programs. Additionally, serving as interim Senior Staff Member of the Students' Union, offering staff support, assisting with line management, and contributing to annual trustee reports. Show less

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  Stonewater

  Aug 2017 - Mar 2019

  Healthy living project lead

  Led nationwide healthy living initiatives in diverse supported housing facilities. Collaborated with residents to co-create custom activities, fostering empowerment. Ensured staff readiness for effective program implementation through training and skill-building. Facilitated collaborative spaces, delegated activity responsibilities, secured funding, and managed recording processes to track outcomes efficiently.

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  Dorset healthcare university nhs foundation trust

  Apr 2019 - Sept 2022

  Discovery project coordinator

  Led coordination of the Discovery Project, focusing on Children and Young People's mental health through coproduction and collaboration. Oversaw quality improvement initiatives across mental health services, education, and third sector, incorporating lived experience with clinical expertise. Responded adeptly to service needs, contributing diverse skills to media production, social media management, and training development. Supported the growth of lived experience peers through tailored development opportunities, training, mentoring, and coaching. Show less

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  Dorset county hospital nhs foundation trust

  Sept 2022 - now

  Project manager - diabetes transitions dorset ics

  Overseeing the NHS England-funded Transitions Project for Diabetes Patients within the Dorset ICS, ensuring seamless coordination and adherence to clinical standards across various teams. Leading the integration of quality improvement initiatives aimed at minimising DNAs and enhancing patient engagement. Emphasising the inclusion of Lived-Experience voices throughout the project to foster a patient-centric approach and drive meaningful outcomes.

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  Help & care

  Jan 2025 - now

  Strategic partnership lead - access wellbeing