Meet Our Team
We have a widely diverse team, each specialising in different areas.
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
Chloe
OPERATIONS MANAGER
Chloe brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to Dorset Pathways. She has studied many subjects over the past 10 years, ranging from Psychology and a level 4 Chartered Institute of Housing Qualification. She used to work with singles, couples, and families who are in crisis. This can range from benefit issues to homelessness. She would offer one to one intensive support to those in need and create support plans to empower the clients to overcome some very complex issues, which can include addiction, repeat homelessness and financial concerns.
She also worked with vulnerable adults and children within the community, and she is familiar with safeguarding, working closely with partner agencies such as the Police, Adult Social Care and Children’s Social Care.
She is very excited to use these transferable skills to be a part of the team at Dorset Pathways.
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
Matt
centre manager & learning mentor
Matt is one of our Centre Managers’ that helps and supports our young people develop their functional skills qualification. 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 young people enjoy working with him.
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.
Shaun
Assistant Centre Manager & Learning mentor
Emma
learning mentor
Before becoming a teacher, Emma gained valuable experience in a range of roles, including being a Personal Assistant to directors of two large retail companies, working in a hospital laboratory and in estate agency. Emma has had more than 20 years in education, including leadership as Head of English and Maths.
This diverse career has given me strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills. Above all, it has helped me appreciate that every learner has their own journey, strengths and aspirations. I am passionate about creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment where students feel valued, grow in confidence and are encouraged to achieve their full potential.
Dan began working in the motor trade as an apprentice in 2011 and has gained a wealth of qualifications, skills and experience in all aspects of motor mechanics. He dedicated 10 years of his career to working on a vast range of vehicles at a large ‘fast-fit’ company, undertaking industry leading training and developing his skills to become one of the most highly qualified technicians in the area, eventually becoming an on site trainer. He then moved to Audi where he carried out more specialised work and quickly became an Audi accredited technician, as well as an apprentice mentor. The mentoring part has always been his favourite part of his job, and he’s pleased to be able to bring his skills to Dorset Pathways.
Dan
vocational lead & learning mentor
Bill
learning mentor
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.
Andy’s journey started in 1998 when he left school and got an apprenticeship at Vauxhall where he attended The Vauxhall College and became qualified as a gold technician, studying for 4 years. He then worked as a technician in the Technical Centre at Vauxhall for the next few years. He also has a wealth of knowledge in campervan conversion that has been his passion for the last 8 years, converting a standard panel van to a full off grid home on wheels. In Andy’s down time, he enjoys the outdoor life, having a passion for paddleboarding and mounting biking with a trip to the Alps thrown in each year for snowboarding season. Andy has recently started volunteering as scout leader, leading scouts to achieve their gold award.
Andy
learning mentor
Mark
LEARNING MENTOR
Mark’s journey in mechanics started through work experience at school where he joined a garage. He enjoyed this and eventually started working there alongside his studies. After lots of hard work, this eventually led to an apprenticeship and he never looked back. He has 16 years of experience working on a variety of different vehicles throughout the trade. Mark enjoys teaching our young people new skills and has helped some apprentices in his previous garage through various qualifications. He also coaches and plays cricket for a local club at county level and he enjoys getting out there with the younger players and helping them develop their skill set.
Ben has been involved with motor vehicles from a young age and has a wealth of knowledge and experience in the motor trade. He has experience in the restoration and building of vehicles, spent many years reconditioning transmissions, worked in busy service centres, and is an experienced MOT tester. Alongside his skills in the motor trade, Ben is a trained Guitar maker and has previously taught woodwork to young people. Ben has gained years of experience working as a Workshop Co-ordinator supporting Adults with SEND on a working farm. Ben has the ideal combination of skills and experience and is well suited to the Learning Mentor role at Dorset Pathways.
Ben
LEARNING MENTOR
Max
CENTRE MANAGER & learning mentor
Max is one of our Centre Managers’ who supports our young people with their Functional Skills qualification. 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.
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 excited to be part of Dorset Pathways’ mission to support young people’s development.
Katie
learning mentor
Emily
learning mentor
Emily is an experienced beauty therapist with lots of hands-on experience, working in a 5 star spa environment, where she has trained with many different leading skincare and beauty brands. She trained for her Level 2 and 3 Beauty Therapy qualifications in 2022, so has first hand experience in the up to date methods and practices in the industry, allowing her to guide the young people in learning new skills. Alongside this, Emily has completed a wide range of beauty therapy courses, including eyelash extensions and spray tanning, allowing her to build a strong foundation of knowledge and practical skills. She is passionate about the beauty industry and wants to share her knowledge, while helping the young people feel comfortable, supported and confident during their learning journey.
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.
Sallyanne
tutor
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