North East Lincs (Compass GO…)

Hi, I am Sophie! I absolutely love helping children and young people. I previously worked as a primary school teacher and later, supported children with autism and physical disabilities in an outreach role. I am incredibly passionate about supporting children and young people with their mental wellbeing and am looking forward to completing my training to enable me to do this. Outside of work, I love to travel, cook, be outdoors and spend time with my cat Lavender!

Hi, I am Becca! I have always had a passion for helping others to be able to have a positive impact on one life means the world. Working with children and young people is a gift, as I feel they represent pure joy and hope for the future.
Prior to this role, I worked within the health, wellbeing and fitness industry with adults, families, children and young people. I am passionate about mental health and wellbeing, so I am very excited to be part of Compass.
Outside work I love spending time with my family and friends, reading, listening to music, cooking, travelling around the world and being outdoors with my Boxer dog, Harry. I also love exercising, lifting weights, yoga, dancing and meditation.

Hey, I’m Rav! I have a background in psychology and experience working with 0-19 year olds. I have an immense passion for ensuring mental health support is accessible to all. I enjoy going to the gym, experimenting with new recipes and spending time with friends, family and nature. I spent five years working at an indoor play and farm park so of course I love animals – my favourite animals are giraffes and red pandas!

Hi, my name is Niki! I take great delight in working with children and young people, helping them overcome challenges or difficulties. I have previously worked as a Safeguarding Officer, Head of House, and Pastoral Officer Counsellor. I am looking forward gaining the qualifications; this is my personal goal for this year. When I am not at work, I enjoy walking my Boxer dog, Darcey, I love to travel to interesting places and discover fresh food ideas.

Hey I’m Jess! I am very proud to have been given the opportunity to work for Compass to support children and young people who need a voice that is heard. I am passionate about mental health, individual voice and inclusion for all; I believe no-one should be left behind. I have a degree in education and special educational needs and inclusion. I have worked as a Playworker with children and young people with additional needs, following this I completed my teacher training and taught in primary schools. I love the outdoors, walking and exercising, travelling and spending time with family and friends.

Hi my name is Shaun! I have always had an interest in mental health and in empowering people to help them face challenges in their life. I have previously worked in behaviour management as a Health Trainer and as a Family Support Worker. My interests outside of work include socialising, reading, watching TV and gaming!

Hi, I’m Lauren! I am passionate about improving access to mental health support for children and young people and am very excited to be working with schools, colleges and other services to make this possible. I have a psychology and education background and have worked in a mainstream school as a Teaching Assistant and in the community as a Care Worker. Most recently I have worked within the NHS in adult mental health and autism. Outside of work, I enjoy running, arts and crafts and spending time with my family and cat.

Hi, my name is Jamee-Leigh. I completed a degree and Masters in Forensic Psychology at the University of Lincoln. During this time I volunteered for the Youth Offending Service and worked in drug and alcohol services. I went on to work in the Child Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS). Whilst at CAMHS I went back to university to complete a low intensity course in CBT with children and young people. I find being able to help and support young people a very fulfilling career, which I love!
In my own time I like to travel and keep fit, you will usually find me either in a gym, out running, cycling or horse riding.

Hi, my name is Michelle and I have worked in mental health for 12 years. I have a degree in psychology and a post-graduate certificate as a children and young people’s Wellbeing Practitioner.
I have worked in both adult’s and children’s services as an Assistant Psychologist and following my graduate from the CYPWP course l worked as a Mental Health and Emotional Wellbeing Practitioner within the Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) delivering both low and higher intensity interventions. I have a real passion for improving children and young people’s quality of life and reducing the lasting effects of mental health difficulties.
In my spare time l enjoy keeping fit and cooking. We have two lop-eared rabbits called Julian and Isobelle who keep me busy!!

Hi, I’m Hannah! I have been working in Administration for 6 and a half years and have always worked within Education, although previously Adult learning. I feel immensely proud to be able to be part of this incredible service which is going to make such a difference to so many people’s lives. In my spare time I’m usually out walking my dogs (a beautiful border collie Lilly and a fluffy little Cockapoo Roxy), socialising with my friends and family and going on holiday as I love exploring new places.

Hi my name is Karen. I am Mum to 3 children and 8 cats, They all keep me pretty busy! We live by the sea and enjoy spending time on the beach or walking along the prom. I have been a mental health nurse for the last 20 years and have worked in a number of different teams including forensic, adults, older adults and children and young people. I have spent the last 3 years working in CAMHS and Healthy Minds and I have learned so much from this. I believe that if Children and Young People can learn effecting coping skills they will be better equipped as adults to deal with life’s challenges.

My name is Claire, I am a registered learning disability and paediatric nurse, I also have a diploma child and adolescent mental health. I have worked as a nurse in the local area for over 20 years working in a variety of different places and roles. I have a keen interest in helping children and young people access the right support at the right time in the right place, to help promote their emotional well-being. When I am not at work, I like to go to music festivals, gigs and going travelling I also like to spend at time at home with my two dogs.