Meet Our Team
We have a diverse team each specialising in a different area.
Rob
managing director
Rob has worked in many secondary schools teaching Motor Vehicle Studies, Engineering and Maths. Rob led as a KS4 learning director and was responsible for behaviour, aspirations, progress and attainment. Rob has taught apprenticeships at a local college and has many years’ experience in the motor industry.
Maz has worked with young people since the age of 18 and is our wellbeing lead. Maz is qualified in childcare and is fantastic at helping children and young people manage their emotions. She regularly leads sessions that promote healthy lifestyles, independence and creativity. Maz is always there to talk to if any of our children and young people are struggling.
Maz
clinical director
Matt
centre manager & learning mentor
Matt is our learning mentor that helps and supports our children and young people develop their functional skills. He studied at Magna Academy at A level and also brings a wealth of knowledge in Business and Sport. Matt is very patient and has a very calm and caring nature. The children and young people enjoy working with him.
I began working in the motor trade as an apprentice in 2011 and have since gained a wealth of qualifications, skills and experience in all aspects of motor mechanics. I dedicated 10 years of my career to working on a vast range of vehicles at a large ‘fast-fit’ company, undertaking industry leading training and developing my skills to become one of the most highly qualified technicians in the area, eventually becoming an on site trainer. I then moved to Audi where I carried out more specialised work and quickly became an Audi accredited technician, as well as an apprentice mentor. Mentoring has always been my favourite part of my job, and I’m glad to be able to bring my skills to Dorset Pathways
Dan
vocational lead & learning mentor
John
LEARNING MENTOR
John has been a mechanic since leaving school in 1976 and brings a wealth of knowledge with him. He worked his way up to the workshop manager and MOT tester. He has worked with young people previously and enjoys teaching them practical skills in a workshop. He excels at upcycling furniture and general parts like industrial shelves and recycled materials into clock faces, and spark plugs into bottle openers. We are very lucky to have John work for Dorset Pathways and help the young people discover their passions and aspirations.
Bev has worked in education for over 25 years, as a teacher (English and Math & employability skills) and latterly a senior manager in a specialist SEND college with responsibilities for safeguarding, compliance and HR.
Bev has joined us to support with funding, compliance, funding, curriculum design, safeguarding, policies and Ofsted.
She has lived in Dorset all her life and is a governor for a special school. She is passionate about supporting young people, especially those with SEND, achieve their dreams.
Bev
COMPLIANCE MANAGER
Sallyanne
tutor
Sallyanne brings over 23 years of experience in the hair and beauty industry, having worked as a salon owner, educator, assessor, and Internal Quality Assurer (IQA). She now uses her wide-ranging experience to support young people at Dorset Pathways, delivering engaging sessions in areas such as employability, functional skills and personal development. Sallyanne is passionate about creating a supportive and inspiring learning environment where every young person can build confidence, discover new skills, and feel proud of their progress.
Max is one of our Learning Mentors who supports our young people with Functional Skills. He studied at St Edward’s School for his GCSEs and A-Levels, and brings a wide array of knowledge regarding Music, Performing Arts and Business. Max is a singer and regularly performs in the local area. He really enjoys helping others, is very friendly and spreads his positive energy to those around him. The young people really enjoy working with him.
Max
learning mentor
Shaun
Learning mentor
Shaun is one of our learning mentors and specialises in practical hands-on projects. Shaun brings a varied skill set after working in industries like telecommunications, spray painting, some motor mechanics and other industries. He is very approachable due to his fun personality and kind nature. Shaun enjoys watching football, supporting Chelsea, and in his spare time likes to go fishing and taking his dog out for forest walks.
Bill is one of our learning mentors that specialises in Motor Mechanics. After leaving school Bill passed his Diploma in Motor Vehicle Engineering and has now over 40 years in the motor trade. The last 22 years was spent at Jaguar and Land Rover where he oversaw the workshop and helped train apprentices. Bill was born in the middle east and travelled around east Africa and the middle east where he found his passion for wildlife and walking. Bill is also a Formula 1 and Liverpool FC fanatic. Team Red and Team Lewis.
Bill
learning mentor
Chloe
OPERATIONS MANAGER
I am Chloe and bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to Dorset Pathways. I have studied many subjects over the past 10 years ranging from Psychology to a level 4 Chartered Institute of Housing Qualification. I work with singles, couples and families who are in crisis. This can range from benefit issues to homelessness. I offer one to one intensive
support to those in need and creates support plans to empower the clients to overcome some very complex issues, which can include addiction, repeat homelessness and financial concerns.
I also work with vulnerable adults and children within the community, and I am familiar with safeguarding and work closely with partner agencies such as the Police, Adult Social Care and Children’s Social Care.
I am very excited to use these transferable skills to be a part of the team at Dorset Pathways.
My journey started in 1998 when I left school and got an apprenticeship at Vauxhall where I attended The Vauxhall college and became qualified as a gold technician studying for 4 years. Working as a technician in the Tech center at Vauxhall for the next few years. I also have a wealth of knowledge in camper van conversion that has been my passion for the last 8 years converting a standard panel van to a full off grid home on wheels. In my down time I enjoy the outdoor life having a passion for Paddle boarding and Mounting biking with a healthy trip to the Alps thrown in each year for snowboarding session. Putting my outdoor skills to good use I have recently started Volunteering as scout leader, leading scouts to achieve their gold award.
Andy
learning mentor
Paula
learning mentor
Paula has been in the Beauty Industry for 15 years, starting her career in Nails. In 2015 she retrained and studied for her ITEC Level 2 Beauty Therapy course and in 2016 studied for her ITEC Level 3 Massage Diploma. Since then she has started her own business in the Industry and has had a successful 10 years and added many other skills to accompany her knowledge of the industry. In 2018 she obtained her AET Teacher Training Diploma and has taught many people in Lashes application and Nails would have gone on to have their own successful business and employment. Paula has a wealth of knowledge and wants to make learning new skills fun that brings out young peoples true potential and encourages their own self worth.
Katie is an experienced beauty professional with over 17 years in the industry, including 10 years running her own successful business. Her passion lies in helping others feel confident, valued and empowered through beauty and wellbeing. She has a calm, patient and supportive approach, and she prides herself on creating safe, trusting environments where people feel comfortable to learn and grow.
Katie is exited to be part of Dorset pathways’ mission to support young people’s development.
Katie
learning mentor
Visit Us
Dorset Pathways, Redbridge Farm, Dolmans Hill, Lytchett Matravers, Poole, Dorset, BH16 6HP
Give Us a Call
07813 283956
Email us
hello@dorsetpathways.co.uk