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Liz Grimwood

YCP Team Leader

020 3031 2756 or 07551 647 448

When I left school I studied catering for two years and worked in a hotel as a chef but my dream job at that time was to be a Home Economics teacher. After I had my children I decided I would like to work with children so I went back to college to do a diploma In Early Years Childcare and Education.

You probably know that I love cooking but I am also an animal lover. People call me the cat lady as I have FIVE cats (and a lovely Labrador called Olly – named after Olly Murs of course!)

Sam Leggett

Young Carers' Support Worker

020 3757 8464 or 07562 145 935

I have worked for YCP since 2017 and before this I worked in a school doing emotional support work for 12 years. I love working with children and young people and being able to help them. My favourite sort of activities are the arty and creative ones, I love drawing in particular. I also like doing cooking and baking.

When I’m not working, I have a young son and lots of pets that keep me busy, including 5 chickens, cats and a dog! I like spending time with my family and friends too.

Julie Parker

Targeted Support Worker

020 3757 8430 or 07818 878 931

I joined the YCP in the autumn of 2019 and work with young people on their own or in small groups as well as families that need some extra support. I also work at the youth group, drop ins and Chessington School Lunch Club.

When I’m not working I love going on holidays with my family and meeting friends.

Klaire Osuji

Young Carers' Support Worker

020 3031 2753 or 07565 540 676

I’ve been working for the Young Carers’ Project since March 2021! I studied Criminology at University, and then completed my Master’s degree in Forensic Mental Health as I was fascinated by the root causes of human behaviour. I have always loved working with children, having worked with many in my previous role as a Dance Teacher and I have done lots of volunteer work at Recovery Services.

In my spare time I love singing, dancing, and writing poetry/music. I find these the most effective and enjoyable ways to express myself. I am passionate about helping others, especially children, because their childhood experiences can significantly impact their adulthood.

Jess Burrows

Mentoring Co-ordinator

020 3031 2756 or 07458 305 353

I joined the YCP in July 2021. I have worked in a variety of community roles within the charity sector as well as been a volunteer for a wide range of programmes. From being a research assistant in the Amazon rainforest working with primates, volunteering at an orphanage in Uganda to my most recent experience of being a volunteer mentor where I was matched with a vulnerable young person. Being a mentor has been one of my most rewarding experiences so far and I am looking forward to recruiting a team of passionate volunteers who will make a positive difference to the lives of young carers and vice versa!

I love travelling, walking my dog ‘Walnut’, spending time with family and am a big Joe Wicks fan!