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As CEO of Flourishing Families Leeds, I am incredibly proud to lead a dynamic and committed team of staff and volunteers working to tackle poverty and inequality in my home city.
With a career spanning education, charity and public sectors, I bring a deep understanding of the complex challenges facing families and how to address them with timely, practical and compassionate solutions.
Drawing on years of experience as a teacher, I now lead our Early Years programme and oversee day-to-day operations at Flourishing Families Leeds.
I love building strong relationships with families and supporting our team to deliver joyful, creative community groups. As a mum of two, I understand first-hand the value of fun, supportive spaces for parents and children alike.
I lead the Family Literacy programme at Flourishing Families. I am passionate about the power of shared reading and being able to support families in developing a love of reading for life.
I have extensive experience as a teacher and curriculum lead and it’s a joy to be able to work with children and have the privilege of seeing their imagination, confidence and love of stories grow.
My favourite children’s books are The Storm Whale, Eyebrows of Doom and anything in the Mog series.
I’m currently covering maternity leave as Team Leader for both Family Cookery and Family Literacy. It’s a pleasure to be part of such a supportive and skilled team and working with Flourishing Families is proving to be a fulfilling and inspiring experience.
With a strong background in education and retail management, I bring a wealth of experience in working with people, supporting families, and creating positive learning environments. I’ve always had a deep love for cooking and a genuine passion for helping families give their children the best possible start in life, motivations that align perfectly with Flourishing Families’ vision.
I’m part of the FFL cookery team, where I use my skills in planning, organisation and recipe development to help things run smoothly, from sourcing ingredients to leading groups and packing for sessions. I am also responsible for running our hardship appeals – one of my favourite parts of the job. I love being able to see how this practical way to help can make such a difference for families.
I love bringing energy to our community events and being able to chat to so many different people. My top three FFL recipes? Lasagne, Chicken Fajitas, and Apple & Mango Crumble – my own creation!
I work part time and also volunteer for FFL (I enjoy it so much I can’t keep away!). You will mainly find me in Story Tellers, but appear in mentoring and cookery from time to time.
I love the work I do at FFL from developing resources for Story Tellers, to then meeting the families at the groups we run. I am a great believer that you can’t have too many books – I love reading! Storytellers is something I’m very passionate about.
Some of my favourite children’s books are Stickman, Green Eggs and Ham, and The Harry Potter series – Goblet of Fire is my favourite, and I’m proud to be a Slytherin!
I volunteer with Flourishing Families, supporting the charity’s day-to-day administration and finance operations. While much of my work takes place behind the scenes, I also value the opportunity to get involved with family support, contributing directly to the impact of our programmes. Outside of my volunteering, I enjoy walking and spending quality time with family, both locally and abroad.
I’ve always been passionate about working with children, and I feel incredibly fortunate to be able to do that every day through my role at Flourishing Families. What began as volunteering during my first year at university has grown into a full-time career that I truly love.
My work focuses on Mentoring and Family Literacy, where I have the privilege of connecting with many inspiring children and families. I bring a blend of creativity and strong organisational skills, and I’m always looking for ways to make a positive impact.
When I’m not working, I enjoy time with friends and crocheting!
I first got involved with Flourishing Families as a volunteer during my time at university and I’m now part of the amazing FFL team full-time. You will mostly find me in one of our Family Cookery Clubs, running events in the local community or at one of our Mentoring Groups.
I’m passionate about mental health, wellbeing, and tackling social isolation. One of the most rewarding parts of my role is meeting new people and building genuine, meaningful connections. I love creating welcoming spaces where people feel seen, heard, and supported.
When I’m not working, I enjoy relaxing with a good book or going for a walk with friends.
I’m passionate about working with families to create delicious and nutritious meals together, helping each family build the skills and confidence to enjoy cooking while improving their diet. In my role I focus on supporting this through our Family Cookery Clubs, connecting with families to make healthy cooking fun and accessible.
Before joining the team, I volunteered with Flourishing Families and now coordinate our volunteers. Drawing on my own experience, I enjoy promoting volunteering opportunities and growing the team to reach more families across Leeds.
When I’m not working, I like going for walks with friends and family, reading, and trying out new recipes in the kitchen.
I’m passionate about helping families have fun together and feel part of something special. You’ll usually find me at Play Pals chatting with parents, playing with little ones, and sharing ideas they can take home.
I’ve helped design lots of the games, activities and resources we use, and I love creating warm, playful spaces where everyone feels at ease. Whether I’m leading a group or crafting a new idea, I just love being part of something that helps children and families flourish.
I was first involved with Flourishing Families as a volunteer and now have the
privilege of being part of the wonderful staff team. I love meeting new people and building relationships with families and children.
I have a particular passion for sport, and I am so excited to be part of a new programme to help children and families get active. Outside of work you will often find me on a run or in the gym.
It is such a joy to be a part of this fantastic charity and to make a lasting positive difference in the lives of families in Leeds.
I was previously an Undergraduate Intern and now work part-time with Flourishing Families while I complete my Psychology degree. Relationships are at the heart of my work and social life – I love meeting new people and building meaningful connections.
I have a particular interest in children and young people’s wellbeing, so I mainly work within our mentoring strand.
I love seeing the positive impact our work has on children’s lives and enjoy using what I’m learning in my studies to help develop and enhance our groups.
I first got involved with Flourishing Families while at university and loved being part of the mentoring groups – supporting and connecting with the children and seeing the difference we could make together was so rewarding. I’m really excited to join the team this year as a Graduate Intern and experience all the different activities we offer.
When I’m not working, I love to unwind with a good book, go out on a walk, or get creative with my new hobby, crocheting!
I first started volunteering with Flourishing Families in my second year of university and loved being able to make a positive difference in the community. I particularly enjoyed being part of mentoring groups and community events since it allowed me to build positive relationships with families and children. I am really excited to join the FFL team full time and for the new opportunities it will bring.
In my free time, I like to play and watch sports, especially football.
I first got involved with flourishing families as a volunteer in my first year at university and am excited to now be part of the team as a Graduate Intern! I love getting stuck in with all the activities and groups that Flourishing Families run, creating spaces for families and children to feel seen and heard. Drawing on my experience working with SEND children and knowledge from my Psychology with Education degree, I am passionate about being a part of making a positive impact in the lives of others.
When I’m not working, I love staying active through various indoor water sports, going to the gym and exploring nature
From volunteering throughout university to now joining FFL as a Graduate Intern, I am thrilled to be a part of such a compassionate, forward-thinking team. I love getting involved with all of Flourishing Families’ activities and feel particularly passionate about Story Tellers. Ensuring reading is enjoyable and accessible for families is a huge passion of mine and I am excited to bring this joy to even more families across Leeds.
One of the most fulfilling parts of my role is seeing families’ confidence grow each week and creating a safe, supported space for their quality time together.
My favourite children’s story to share with families is The Littlest Yak, as it encourages children to embrace their individuality and be proud of themselves.
I have the privilege of leading a fantastic team of volunteer trustees for Flourishing Families, where we oversee the overall running of the charity. I also enjoy connecting with our supporters, sharing updates about our work and the exciting changes we’re seeing in the lives of families as we grow across the city.
Originally from Hull, I bring experience from both the voluntary sector and business, which shapes my approach to strong governance and ensuring our work delivers meaningful impact.