Who's who
Here's some of the people who work at Sheffield Mencap and Gateway, along with photos to help you work out who's who.
Becki Ardern - Treasurer
Rebecca got involved with Sheffield Mencap and Gateway after meeting Janet, our Chief Executive on a training course and has now been a Trustee of Sheffield Mencap for two years and Secretary to the Executive Committee for one of those years. She had experience of caring for and working with learning disabled adults at other charities before becoming a Trustee here.Rebecca is employed as a Community Accountant at Voluntary Action Sheffield. In her spare time she likes to take her dog for walks and eating lots of chocolate. Sometimes she does both at the same time.
Professor Christine Booth - Chair of the Trustees
Chris brings a wealth of experience in Business Administration and Human Resources , gained during a career in local government and as a Professor at Sheffield Hallam University, to her role as a member of the Executive Board at Sheffield Mencap. Chris heads the Human Resources Sub Committee. Her husband, retired architect Roger Mayblin, has also donated his expertise to help the charity by advising on the renovation of the cottage and drawing up plans for Norfolk Lodge.
Pat Carey - Trustee
Pat has been a member of Sheffield Mencap for 9 years, having started as a volunteer on the Progression to Independence Course, when she retired from full-time work. Impressed with the skill, dedication and dedication of the staff, she was glad to become a trustee in 2002. She now leads the Development Committee, focusing on strategy and planning. Away from Sheffield Mencap she loves sport, having once been a County-standard rifle shot. She enjoys walking her 2 labradors in the local countryside with her family, and shopping.
Chris Gamble - Trustee
Chris worked for many years as a social worker in the Learning Disabilities Team of Sheffield Social Services. Then 3 years ago she started working for Sharing Caring Project at Sheffield Mencap as a Family Support Worker. My role was to support family carers of adults with learning disabilities, offering information, advocacy and emotional support, working to ensure they received all appropriate benefits and services, and helping them in planning for the future. I have also been a volunteer for some years for the Out and About Scheme and Under the Stars, being a member of the Out and About Walking Group, and the 'Liberated Ladies'.
I retired from Sharing Caring Project in October this year. However I still intend to keep close links, and will be continuing with the volunteering.
In my spare time I enjoy walking in the Peak District, learning Spanish, and circle-dancing.
Alison Hattersley - Office Manager (Job Share)
Alison shares the role of Office Manager and runs the office during the second half of the week.
To get in touch with Alison please email alisonhattersley@sheffieldmencap.org.uk
Sarah Hayes - Day Services Co-ordinator/ Out and About Co-ordinator
Sarah co-ordinates two projects here at Sheffield Mencap. She co-ordinates the adults Day Service which runs on a Thursday and Friday, ant the Out and About Befriending Scheme. Sarah is currently on maternity leave.
To get in touch with Sarah please email sarahhayes@sheffieldmencap.org.uk
Simon Hogg - Trustee
Simon has been working with people with learning disabilities for ten years. He is currently a volunteer on Gateway and Out and About as well as being a trustee. Simon is an engineer by trade and enjoys coming to Sheffield Mencap as a break from his job.
Gareth Hope - Volunteer Coordinator, Deputy Manager of The Learning Hub, Development Manager (Job Share)
Gareth has been part of Sheffield Mencap since 2003, starting out as a volunteer before becoming a tutor on the newly named Learning Hub, where he is now Deputy Manager. In 2010 he became the Volunteer Manager and is responsible for recruiting and supporting our fantastic volunteers! Gareth is Development Manager for Sheffield Mencap in partnership with Elaine Heathcote.
To get in touch with Gareth please email him garethhope@sheffieldmencap.org.uk
Yoon Kerr - Office Manager (Job Share)
Yoon is part-time Office Manager and runs the office during the first half of the week.
To get in touch with Yoon please email her yoonkerr@sheffieldmencap.org.uk
Dalia Magrill - Sharing Caring Project Co-ordinator
Dalia has worked for Sheffield Mencap since 1996 and feels like part of the furniture here! Her job is to co-ordinate the Sharing Caring Project and which supports families to get the information and support they need. She also helps Jean and Ben co-ordinate the Sunday Lunch Club. She feels really lucky to work in a job that is different every day and with some great families and colleagues.
To get in touch with Dalia please email her daliamagrill@sharingcaring.org.uk
Lucy McKane - Head of Fundraising
Lucy is responsible for searching for charitable income which is needed to help maintain and improve our existing services and also to introduce new activities such as Shine out on Saturdays and The Sunday Lunch Club. She works with Charitable Trusts and Foundations, local businesses, the local community and individuals to raise the profile of the charity and bring in much-needed funding. She would love to hear from you if you would like to get involved in fundraising or make a donation towards the work of the charity. Click here to make a donation.
To get in touch with Lucy please email her lucymckane@sheffieldmencap.org.uk
Nesreen Shah - Shine Out On Saturdays
Nesreen has worked at Sheffield Mencap for seven and a half years and still really enjoys working for the organisation. As the Coordinator of Shine Out on Saturdays,she is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the project, however, the most important part of her job is liaising with service users and their families.
When Nesreen has some spare time, she likes to go walking in Derbyshire. She also enjoys playing sport, specifically badminton and netball. She doesn't mind the occasional boogie either.
To get in touch with Nesreen please email her nesreenshah@sheffieldmencap.org.uk
Sue Slater-Jones - Learning Hub Project Manager (Job Share)
Sue has worked at Mencap for more than seven years, and although she is always very busy, it is the happiest and most enjoyable job she has ever had! She has the pleasure of working with and managing staff to deliver contracts for college which include arts and crafts, cooking, and lots of different Life Skills. She also jointly manages the Seven Hills School Project with Darren Coggins.
To get in touch with Sue please email her sueslater-jones@sheffieldmencap.org.uk
Janet Sullivan - Chief Executive
As Chief Executive Janet has overall operational and strategic responsibility for Sheffield Mencap and Gateway. She is married with two children and three grandsons. Iin her spare time she enjoys walking in the beautiful Derbyshire countryside, as well as designing and making jewellery.
To get in touch with janet please email her janetsullivan@sheffieldmencap.org.uk
