Our Activity Team
Marc S
Short Breaks Manger
Marc has held the position of Short Breaks Manager since September 2021 and has been part of the growth of the service since it’s inception. Marc’s primary background is based within the care industry along with fitness and wellbeing for those with additional needs. Marc also works as part of the DofE team for Short Breaks and has a passion for purposeful activities that will improve the quality of life for the children that we support.
Ian H
Short Breaks Activity Lead
Ian has held the position of Deputy Manager for the last 2 years at Our Place Short Breaks and worked within the wider organisation for over 5 years. Ian has previous experience working within various care and SEN education settings. Ian is always instrumental in creating new and exciting activities and experiences for the young people at Short Breaks to enjoy both onsite and offsite (DofE included!)
Jacob W
Duke of Edinburgh
Jacob has always had a passion for inclusive sport and outdoor activities! Jacob has worked in various outdoors activity centres and specialises in making these activities accessible for all.
At Our Place Short Breaks we are extremely pleased to offer the Bronze DofE award to all of the young people who qualify for the scheme (year 8 and above) and Jacob along with our other instructors are excited to support young people achieve what they didn’t think was possible.
Jacob also has an experienced background within the care sector and is knowledgeable on how to support young people with special educational needs.
