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Meet the Team

Natasha James – Senior Social Worker
I graduated from Exeter University in 2003 as a qualified social worker and worked for Somerset County Council as an Education Social Worker prior to returning to Cornwall in 2005 to take up this role with SMART.  I have a personal understanding of the Camborne, Pool, Redruth Success Zone - I attended Pool School, worked within Camborne School as a Learning Support Assistant and as a voluntary Youth Worker in Redruth. As an extension to my role within SMART, I have played a major part in community developments and initiatives within the CPRSZ, for example developing links with the Eden Project as part of the SMART Summer Activities programmes.

I have produced two documents relating to the social work role in early intervention and multi agency working - please click on the following links :

Clare Lowry - Senior Educational Psychologist

I am a Senior Educational Psychologist (EP) working for the Children, Young People and Families Service in West Cornwall.  In this role I have been working with a cluster of schools in Camborne, including Camborne Science and Community College.  Before becoming a Senior EP I worked with the same cluster of schools and the Early Years Inclusion Team.  I have been seconded to work with SMART for 2 days a week.  I will be contributing to the team in a number of ways :

I look forward to working with you in this new role.  I can be contacted on 07800 610638, 01209 611711 or by email at clowry@cornwall.gov.uk

 

Jenny Hoey – Administrator
I have worked in an office environment for almost 20 years covering most areas of administration and finance, starting in the private sector and then more recently working within the voluntary sector specifically for charities involved with education and families. My qualifications include NVQ3s in Administration,Payroll and Accounting and I have recently completely a HNC in Business Administration. I am currently a governor at a local school where I have also done some voluntary work listening to children read.


Bev Foster – Administrator
I have over 35 years experience as an Administrator, having worked in both Finance and IT industries. Since moving to Cornwall in 2000, I  have spent 4 years in the Social Services offices in Penzance as Administrator to the Home Help service. This is my first experience of part-time working, and I am enjoying the freedom this gives me to spend time walking the dogs and, finally, learning to cook. 

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 Jan Sowter - Family Support Worker

I have joined SMART on a part-time basis as a Family Support Worker.  I also work part-time as a Social Work Assistant based at Camborne Resource Centre.  Previously, I have worked in the Kerrier Children's Social Care team supporting children, young people and their families within the community, often working in partnership with local schools and the health service.  I have four years experience working with children and young people with emotional and behaviour difficulties in residential centres across the County.  I am looking forward to working with SMART and meeting the pupils of the CPR schools.

Kim Morrison-Bald - Family Support Worker

I joined SMART in October 2007 as a Family Support Worker having previously worked at the Roskear Centre supporting children and young people in their daily lives and I am Team Teach trained.  Since joining SMART, I have undertaken Level 1 Penhaligon's Friends (with Level 2 starting in May), as well as attended courses on Child Protection, CAF, Restorative Justice Facilitator, Family Group Conference Awareness, Co-Facilitating the 12-week Recovery Toolkit for the SUsie Project, as well as being responsible for various individual referrals.  Outside of work, I spend time socialising with friends and family, helping out at the local rugby club, and avidly watching Jamie O on TV hoping that this will improve my cooking skills.

Nikki Azancot - Family Support Worker

I have been working within SMART as a Family Support Worker since October 07.  During this time I have undertaken CAF, Restorative Justice Facilitator, Penhaligon's Friends Bereavement Training and have attended courses including Family Group Conference Awareness and  Child Protection.  As a Family Support Worker responsibilities include working with both individuals and groups of young people and children referred from schools within the zone.  Previous to working for SMART I have worked with young people and children in a care, teaching & advocacy role.  Abroad, I have worked with charities helping by offering guidance & support to young disadvantaged & refugee people within community projects & schools. 

Linda Ruffell - Behaviour Support Worker

I have joined SMART as a Behaviour Support Worker.  I began working with children in 1991 as a play leader at a local nursery unit in Penzance, and then worked as a Teaching Assistant at a primary school where I supported individuals and groups of children with learning and behaviour difficulties.  I have spent the last three years working as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant and I have just recently gained a BA (Hons) Degree in Learning, Technology and Research.  I am looking forward to carrying out my new role and being part of a successful team.

Clare Gillingham - Behaviour Support Worker

I have joined SMART as a Behaviour Support Worker.  I started working with children in Bristol as a play worker after I graduated from University.  During this time I became interested in the therapeutic benefits of play and developed this through studying with Play Therapy UK and I have since undertaken the Level 1 Penhaligon's Friends training.  I have also worked as a Teaching Assistant in primary schools in Bristol and St Ives, taking on a variety of roles but focussing on supporting children with various additional needs in groups, individually and within the classroom.  Most recently, I worked as a COMPASS key worker with the Youth Offending Team where I started my NVQ3 in Health and Social Care with Children and Young People (and will hopefully finish this soon!).  As a person I try to walk my talk, I love to play and would strongly advise everyone to make time for fun!  I am really looking forward to getting my teeth into this new role and meeting the pupils, parents and professionals within the Zone.

Danielle Curtis - Parent Support Adviser

I joined SMART in July 2008 as a Parent Support Adviser and enjoyed participating in the exciting SMART Summer Activities programme.  I began working with children and young people whilst at University in London.  Throughout my undergraduate studies, I was fortunate enough to work in many different schools which has provided me with a variety of experiences and opportunities.  Through my Drama and English based Degree, I became fascinated in education within schools and its effect.  After graduating I worked as a Teaching Assistant at Redruth School.  Working and living locally has given me a personal understanding of the area and the needs of the local communities.  I am now well into the Parent Support Adviser role within SMART and working with pupils, young people, parents and professionals.  Outside of work, I am currently busy renovating my house!