Meet the Staff

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!

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!!

Hi, my name is Carla. I have been working at ILEAP since 2012, and I LOVE it! I do regular sessions including; bowling, Saturday Club, the Big Chill and Meals Out.

♥ Hobbies: Swimming, Shopping • Favourite Film: Pearl Harbour • Favourite Comedian: Russell Howard • Favourite Holiday Destination: Spain!! • Favourite Food: My Nan's Roast dinner • Favourite TV programme: Misfits

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.

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

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!

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!

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.

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! 

Hi, my name is Jess! I started working with ILEAP in 2017 as a volunteer as part of my Bronze Duke of Edinburgh Award.

ILEAP has always been a part of my family as my parents both worked for the charity when it was first created, and so it only seemed right for me to follow in their footsteps.

I enjoy helping members get the most out of the sessions that they attend as well as getting to know them.

I have always loved drama and acting and have been in several shows and musicals.

I also love to sing opera and musical theatre.

When I’m not on a stage, I am making jewellery, baking or snuggling with my cats Charlie and Lola.

I look forward to seeing you at an ILEAP session soon!