always possible is a full-service advising, trouble-shooting, planning, managing, training, research & communications company for organisations. As Project Development Manager, I work with organisations to assess where they are, where they are trying to get to, what their resources are and what support they need.Bespoke development strategies can include support developing projects and writing funding bids, strategic evaluation of existing projects, project management, audience analysis… Show more always possible is a full-service advising, trouble-shooting, planning, managing, training, research & communications company for organisations. As Project Development Manager, I work with organisations to assess where they are, where they are trying to get to, what their resources are and what support they need.Bespoke development strategies can include support developing projects and writing funding bids, strategic evaluation of existing projects, project management, audience analysis and development, streamlining processes and procedures, developing training programmes or shaping an organisations’ voice.Most of my work with always possible to date has been with festivals, arts organisations, schools and colleges, community interest companies (CICs), social enterprises and community organisations.Clients include: Brighton Digital Festival, The Original Theatre Company, Wilderness Festival, Goodmoney CIC, SAHA Newhaven Foyer, The Platform.Find out more about how we work at www.alwayspossible.co.uk Show less

I worked for five years as part of the Senior Management Team; providing leadership at a time of reduced resources, with strategic responsibility for delivering on local and national objectives for reader development and engaging new adult audiences. This involved building dynamic teams, training staff and managing the delivery of long-term and short-term projects. I developed a particular interest in creating effective and meaningful ways of measuring impact which fed into exploring processes,… Show more I worked for five years as part of the Senior Management Team; providing leadership at a time of reduced resources, with strategic responsibility for delivering on local and national objectives for reader development and engaging new adult audiences. This involved building dynamic teams, training staff and managing the delivery of long-term and short-term projects. I developed a particular interest in creating effective and meaningful ways of measuring impact which fed into exploring processes, initiating and managing change with staff teams and customers. Show less

I worked in schools across Sussex, including long term contracts and PPA cover.

I worked with a delivery team to exceed targets and develop the role of Christmas Shops across the UK and Ireland, my roles included Area Manager, Training, Mentoring and Merchandising.

I have worked with Rouge on temporary contracts including Educational Adviser, Research Assistant, Assistant event coordinator and Event host with a range of clients including London Fashion Week, Channel 4 and Sky.

As a classroom teacher for years 5 and 6, I worked with the National Curriculum to creatively develop topic-led learning journeys, delivering excellent outcomes and was singled out by Ofsted as offering good practice. As Art Coordinator, I gained experience managing budgets and successfully engaging the community and local businesses in a whole school Arts week. I gained an excellent grasp of assessment tools and report writing, experience leading staff meetings and staff training.

I worked in classes from Reception to Year 6, planning and delivering learning support for pupils with a wide range of needs, including autism and severe behavioural problems.

In this role I was responsible for sourcing and producing all copy, both corporate and member focused which necessitated building successful relationships with clients and suppliers. I developed a central database for all information, which was adopted by the management as central to their sales pitch.