Leon Shearer
Project Manager at Home Start Cymru- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Member
The Institute of LeadershipAug, 2023- Oct, 2024 -
CPD Group Accredited Trainer
The CPD GroupSep, 2022- Oct, 2024 -
Fellow of ITOL - Institute of Training and Occupational Learning (FITOL)
ITOL - Institute of Training and Occupational LearningApr, 2022- Oct, 2024 -
Personal Licence
Powys County CouncilNov, 2015- Oct, 2024 -
Door Supervisor
Security Industry AuthoritySep, 2020- Oct, 2024
Experience
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Home Start Cymru
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United Kingdom
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Project Manager
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Aug 2022 - Present
Duties and Responsibilities: • Spearheads the recruitment, coordination and professional development of volunteers delivering impactful 1:1 in-home and Group Support services across Powys. • Expertly manages and supervised a diverse caseload of families within Powys, while assuming the role of local safeguarding lead to ensure the highest standards of safety and support. • Displayed exceptional leadership by effectively supervising, motivating and managing the performance of local staff to optimise their contribution to the company mission. • Drives seamless service delivery and meticulously handles contract reporting to commissioners and stakeholders, ensuring transparency and accountability. • Successfully conducts comprehensive practitioner courses, including the Solihull approach, both in-house and for Third Sector organisations in Powys, enhancing skill development within the community. • Acts as a prominent representative of Home-Start Cymru and the Third Sector, actively engaging with strategic partnership boards at local and national levels to advocate for the company cause. Accomplishments: • Innovated a cutting-edge reporting template and a dynamic monitoring dashboard, enhancing the organisation's data-driven decision-making capabilities. • Collaboratively co-produced impactful Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Additional Learning Need (ALN) Support Groups, alongside spearheading initiatives for School Readiness in Powys, fostering inclusive and empowering educational environments. Show less
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POWYS ASSOCIATION OF VOLUNTARY ORGANISATIONS CYMDEITHAS MUDIADAU GWIRFODDOL POWYS
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United Kingdom
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Volunteering Officer
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Jun 2021 - Aug 2022
Duties and Responsibilities: • Orchestrated and advanced volunteer services in collaboration with the Powys Association of Volunteer Organisations (PAVO), allowing seamless coordination across diverse stakeholders. • Spearheaded the entire volunteer lifecycle, encompassing recruitment, development, training and orientation, tailored to the unique requirements of the PAVO network. • Nurtured and fortified community relationships, actively engaging in outreach endeavours and elevating the prominence of volunteering. • Championed volunteer services, advocating for individualised support across network organisations while fostering a culture of collaboration and synergy. • Vigilantly maintained comprehensive statistics to ensure PAVO's steadfast commitment to its mission and the attainment of targeted goals. • Contributed to strategic planning sessions, facilitating the identification of innovative strategies to elevate the volunteer program's impact and effectiveness. Accomplishments: • Successfully executed the Volunteering Wales Project, amplifying Healthcare and Care capacity through innovative volunteering initiatives and pioneering volunteering as a pathway to employment. Show less
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Popup Party
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South Africa
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Managing Director
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Jan 2013 - Jan 2021
Duties and Responsibilities: • Crafted tailor-made events by planning and executing services aligned with client specifications and financial parameters. • Orchestrated all elements of event coordination, from booking to execution, by engaging closely with clients and ensuring seamless communication. • Formulated compelling event proposals that aligned with client needs and were presented within agreed-upon timeframes. • Managed the curation of event entertainment, encompassing music and performers, in accordance with client preferences. • Demonstrated adept financial management by overseeing budgets to maintain events within predefined constraints. • Applied forward-thinking by proactively preparing for various scenarios and swiftly implementing effective solutions to address arising challenges. • Spearheaded sales and marketing strategies to attract new business, ensuring prompt follow-up on client referrals. • Identified and capitalised on sales opportunities during client interactions and events, showcasing an in-depth understanding of company offerings. • Exhibited exceptional multitasking prowess by successfully planning and coordinating multiple concurrent events. Accomplishments: • Served as an operational consultant for the most prominent outdoor music festival in mid-Wales. Show less
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Project Officer
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Jun 2012 - Jun 2013
Assessment of Tier 4 Offenders’ Education, Employment and Training needs, and identifying key interventions to meet identified outcomes. Identifying appropriate Employment, Training and Education opportunities and liaising with outside agencies and stakeholders to secure positions. Provide support to individuals to assist in the sustainment of placements. Acted as part of a multidisciplinary team to work in collaboration with Police and Probation teams to manage risk. Developed programmes to increase employability and life skills. Administrative and IT front-line support. Chief examination officer for centre examinations. Show less
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Turning Point
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1 - 100 Employee
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Project Worker
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Feb 2011 - Apr 2012
Duties and Responsibilities: • Conducted comprehensive assessments of Tier 4 offenders' educational, employment and training requirements, strategically identifying interventions for achieving targeted outcomes. • Scoped and secured appropriate educational, training and employment opportunities, forging valuable connections with external agencies and stakeholders to facilitate placements. • Furnished ongoing support to individuals, ensuring the continuity of their placements and enhancing their chances of success. • Collaborated within a multidisciplinary framework, coordinating efforts with Police and Probation teams to effectively manage risk factors. • Designed and implemented programs to enhance employability and life skills, contributing to holistic offender rehabilitation. • Provided adept administrative and IT frontline assistance, maintaining efficient operations. • Held the role of Chief Examination Officer for centre examinations, overseeing the seamless execution of assessment processes. Accomplishments: • Played a key role in the oversight of performance management data and the achievement of KPIs by conceptualising, managing and executing the CRS Case Management System project. Show less
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National Probation Service
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United Kingdom
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Government Administration
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300 - 400 Employee
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Offender Manager
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Jan 2007 - Jan 2011
Assessed and managed the risk posed by offenders to protect victims of crime and the general public by:Managing a portfolio of Tier 1-3 offenders in both custodial and community settings.Providing information and advice to other criminal justice agencies and partner organisations.Contributing to the management of risk and working with other agencies and groups to prevent re-offending and meet the needs of victims and prisoners.Established, developed and maintained professional relationships with prisoners and staff.Prepared relevant documentations to managers for verification/quality checking purposes.Attended and contributed to relevant meetings as required.Involved in all relevant processes within the prison environment, such as ACCT and violence reduction/anti-bullying for those within your caseload, if this is applicable.Made sound and professional judgements when making decisions regarding the placement of offenders within the community.Prepared reports for pre-sentencing, and bail hearings, in line with Crown and Magistrates Court requirements and make clear recommendations to assist the decision-making process.Supported crime victims and their families and worked in collaboration with the Police, Prison Service other stakeholders including housing associations and local authorities. Show less
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Resettlement, Learning and Skills Officer
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Nov 2003 - Jan 2007
Planned and delivered the first stage induction process for short-term prisoners, including conducting assessments and carrying out referrals for immediate needs.Key Achievements:Led on the development and maintenance of an online internet resource for offender resettlement, including managing the sourcing and procurement of IT infrastructure.Project managed the design and implementation of new, leaner working practices within the prison, including the reconfiguration of communication processes within the enlarged unit. Show less
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Education
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2021 - 2022
ICL
Level 5 Diploma, Life Coaching -
2021 - 2022
Welsh Council for Voluntary Action
Level 3, Training Skills -
2020 - 2021
Future Fit
Transcend Level 3 Award in Nutritional Intervention for Exercise, Wellbeing and Weight Management, Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General -
2006 - 2007
South Birmingham College
Criminal Justice Practitioner, Community Justice -
1994 - 2001
Ninestiles
GCSE: 12 achieved at grades A – C, including English and maths.
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