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Australia

Lead delivery: The Turnaround programme, a ministry of justice funded initiative aimed at preventing youth involvement into the criminal justice systemProgram Implementation: Successfully launched a Ministry of Justice-funded initiative that reduced youth involvement in the criminal justice system by 30%.Stakeholder Collaboration: Increased collaboration by 40% by developing referral pathways and partnerships with social care, police, and education, improving service access for at-risk youth.Innovative Assessment Tools: Utilized advanced tools like ASSETPlus and Early Help assessments, tailoring interventions that led to an 80% reduction in future offending outcomes for cohort.

Client Growth: Grew client base by 50% through strategic marketing and exceptional service delivery.Program Customization: Developed personalized training and wellness programs, achieving a 90% client success rate in fitness goals.Community Engagement: Delivered workshops on physical and mental health in schools, enhancing awareness and participation in wellness activities by over 85%.

Program Development: Developed and supervised enrichment programs tailored to young adults, significantly improving their social and educational outcomes by over 65%Performance Management: Conducted regular performance appraisals and provided one-on-one support, leading to a 35% improvement in staff performance metrics.Community Outreach: Organized community events and workshops that raised the profile of the enrichment programs and attracted new participants, increasing community engagement by 40%.Budget Optimization: Managed program budgets effectively, reallocating resources to maximize impact and program quality

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Enhanced Program Quality: Led a 155-place ‘Exceeding’ rated service, implementing innovative educational and recreational programs that boosted children's engagement and development.Staff Development: Managed and mentored a team of 30 staff members, facilitating professional development and training sessions that increased staff retention by 30% over a one year period.Regulatory Compliance: Ensured adherence to all regulatory and legislative requirements, achieving compliance during external audits with zero non-conformities.Operational Efficiency: Streamlined daily operations, resulting in a 15% increase in program enrolment and a 10% reduction in operational costs through effective resource management.Parental Engagement: Established strong relationships with parents and carers, enhancing communication channels which led to a 95% satisfaction rate in parent surveys.

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Operational Management: Successfully managed the daily operations of multiple Out of School Hours (OOSH) care programs, ensuring a high standard of service delivery and compliance with the National Quality Framework (NQF).Program Development: Designed and implemented engaging and educational programs that increased student participation by 25%, contributing to a well-rounded development for children.Staff Leadership: Supervised and mentored a team of 15 educators, providing professional development opportunities and support, which led to a 20% improvement in staff retention rates.Parental Communication: Established strong communication channels with parents, resulting in a 90% satisfaction rate and positive feedback on program quality and safety.Quality Assurance: Conducted regular quality assurance checks and implemented improvement plans, which led to the OOSH programs consistently achieving ‘Exceeding’ ratings during external assessments.Safety and Compliance: Ensured all programs adhered to safety regulations and compliance standards, maintaining a safe and nurturing environment for children.

Salford, England, United Kingdom

Daily operation of service : Operating procedures including staff management Holistic care plans : Developed detailed care plans and risk assessments to ensure high standard of care for children and young people in careStakeholder collaboration : Liaised with clinical psychologists, teachers and social workers to ensure best possible outcomes for children and young people

Bachelor, Sport Studies

Diploma, Children & Young Peoples Workforce (Social Care Qcf)

Diploma, School Aged Education And Care

Diploma, Sports Development, Coaching & Fitness

Level 3 Personal Training, Health And Physical Education/Fitness