Meet the Staff
Peter Bazeley
ILEAP CEO
Hi, my name is Peter and I worked with Parents and Professionals to help to set up the ILEAP Charity back in 2000. I have the privilege of managing all the work behind the scenes, making sure everything runs according to plan and that we have enough great staff, volunteers and funds to deliver safe, affordable and user-led activities.
My passion is to encourage and support our members, staff and volunteers so that they can reach their full potential, having as much fun as possible along the way!
Hope to see you at one of our sessions soon!
Charlie H
Children's Co-ordinator
Hi, my name is Charlie H, I have been working for ILEAP since February 2018.
Knowing that I’m supporting individuals fulfil their hobbies and interests, makes me feel like I’m making a difference, which inspires me to go the extra mile.
I have a MASSIVE obsession with my cockapoo dog called Alfie and you’ll most probably get bored of seeing the 100s of pictures I have of him. I apologise in advance!
Look forward to enjoying sessions with you all!
Hayley
Staff
Hi, I’m Hayley. I really enjoy the social aspects ILEAP provides for the members, watching friendships being built and people becoming more confident and more independent.
Vanessa
Staff
Hi, my name is Vanessa, I have been working for ILEAP since 2014. I enjoy it because it makes me happy! The members and parents are so wonderful and friendly. Although I have another full time job as a school business manager; I could never step away from ILEAP. I feel invested in the members’ lives and I have enjoyed seeing them grow over the years. Plus, we have SO much fun! My husband often shakes his head, laughing when I say I’m going to ‘work’ bowling, to an attraction, or swimming. In my spare time, I enjoy reading a good book, swimming, cooking and visiting new places! I have 2 cats and 2 guinea pigs, and given half a chance I’d adopt enough animals to open a zoo!!
Louise
Staff
Hi, my name is Louise, I have been working for ILEAP since 2012. I enjoy it because the activities are fun and it's great to see the members enjoying themselves with their friends.
Nicola
Staff
I started ILEAP in 2012 when my daughter was still a baby. I'm originally from Leeds and have lived in Warwickshire for about 14 years. I have a very silly sense of humour so anything slapstick will raise a laugh from me. I love teaching dance and keep fit at ILEAP and also singing at the karaoke session.
♥ Favourite Hobbies; sewing, reading, exercise and baking. • Favourite Sport; dodgeball • Favourite Film; Nightmare before Christmas. • Favourite Comedian; Micky Flannigan. • Favourite Music; I'm very eclectic, but I do enjoy R.E.M., Foo Fighters and Nora Jones. • Favourite TV Show; ridiculousness. • Favourite holiday; Florida
Charlie C
Staff
Hi, my name is Charlie C I have been working for ILEAP since 2006 I enjoy it because we have a great range of activities and all the staff and members are friendly making the sessions great fun!
Amanda
Staff
Hi I'm Amanda, I started in 2011. I enjoy all ILEAP activities as all the members are so lovely and friendly (staff aren't too bad either!) In summer I do enjoy the canal trip. Hobbies: I enjoy dancing and watching movies.
♥ Favourite Film: Grown Ups • Favourite food: avocado ,especially on toast! • Favourite TV: I am a big Corrie fan and Catfish is my guilty secret. • Favourite holiday: has been to Las Vegas • Favourite Comedian: I love a lot of comedians but guess Miranda is my favourite!
Janet
Staff
Hi I'm Jan I started Ileap in 2011 and I am the eldest member of staff being 70 in February 2018 and there is 50 years difference between me and the youngest member of staff but all the other staff and members make me feel 30 years younger!!! I am from a huge family, 15 siblings so feel so at home at sessions like Saturday Club. I love my job and wish ILEAP had been around 40 years ago.
♥ Hobbies: Badminton/walking • Favourite Sport: Tennis. • Favourite Film The Bodyguard. • Favourite Comedian: Peter Kay. • Favourite Music: Tamla Motown. • Favourite TV Documentaries. • Favourite Holiday China.
Jordan
Staff
Harriet
Staff
Hi, I’m Harriet, I volunteered for ILEAP when I was younger and have always loved it. Its great fun and the members are simply the best.
I work in a secondary school assisting young people with Autism and additional needs so that they can get the most from their education.
In my spare time I work for ILEAP and just love the social aspects and the fun activities. It feels great trying to give the members the best possible time and keeping them safe!
