THE PEOPLE WHO SHOW UP, EVERY DAY.

A team that's built on consistency, care and showing up when it matters.

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SENIOR LEADERSHIP

James Armson
James Armson
Founder & Director (DSL)

James founded Positive Impact in 2017 and has built the organisation from the ground up through direct work with young people and communities. He leads with a clear focus on relationships, consistency and doing the job properly.

David Strong
David Strong
Director of Operations (DSL)

David oversees the day-to-day running of the organisation across all sites. He plays a key role in maintaining standards, supporting staff and ensuring consistency across every area of delivery.

Leah Grant
Leah Grant
Director of The Foundation

Leah joined Positive Impact in 2018 as an Education Mentor and has grown with the organisation into her current role as Head of Foundation. Over time, she has become a central part of the organisation, helping to shape and lead the Foundation’s work across the community. In May 2025, Leah became a Director of the Foundation alongside James and David. She now oversees all Foundation activity, as well as contributing to Positive Impact’s wider consultation work with external organisations.

THE ACADEMY TEAM

Kate Warren
Kate Warren
Head of Academy & DSL

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Jordan Scobbie
Jordan Scobbie
Deputy Head & DSL

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Ashleigh Jenkins
Ashleigh Jenkins
Mental Health Lead

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Jermaine Henry
Jermaine Henry
Education Mentor

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Josh Ashby
Josh Ashby
Apprentice

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Amelia Goodhew
Amelia Goodhew
Head of Primary, DSL & SENDCo

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Daisy Jones
Daisy Jones
Thrive Practitioner & Education Mentor

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Henley Hadley
Henley Hadley
Education Assistant

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Ben Wood
Ben Wood
School AP Consultant & DSL

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Sabina Walker
Sabina Walker
Education Manager

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Connor Hall
Connor Hall
Education Mentor

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THE FOUNDATION TEAM

Leah Grant
Leah Grant
Director of The Foundation

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Paul Winn
Paul Winn
Area Development Manager

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Owen Painting
Owen Painting
Quality Assurance & Staff Development Lead

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Sam Cooke
Sam Cooke
Foundation Coach

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Mitch Oattes
Mitch Oattes
Foundation Coach

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Jade Formaston
Jade Formaston
Foundation Coach

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Ellie Mae Locke
Ellie Mae Locke
Foundation Coach Apprentice

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Helen Morris
Helen Morris
The Hub Coordinator

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