Becki Moss
Youth and social work are the family vocation and so I was always destined for a career within it. My path within this profession began in 2009 and I qualified as a youth worker soon after. Progression allowed me to enjoy working with schools – supporting children and young people, followed by one-to-one intervention work and onto managing the operations of an intervention team.
I started this business because I have a passion to support children, young people and families and have spent my career gaining experience and skills to provide a high-quality level of support.
Away from the business, I love exploring the Devon countryside with my dog and I am a keen follower of the ups-and-downs of Liverpool FC!
Matt Hatchell
I began as a volunteer youth worker at a local youth club in 1997. Quickly realising that this industry was my calling, I began studying youth work as a professional qualification at University, with this leading me to employment of youth work across Plymouth.
Progression has given me exposure across a variety of challenges including one-to-one
intervention working, managing youth work locality teams and service management.
I started this business with over 20 years’ experience of working with children, young people and families across Devon. I am dedicated and committed to improving the lives of children and young people.
Away from the business, I can be found in the local gym through my passion for sport and fitness! My love of Manchester Utd creates an interesting work environment with Inspire’s Liverpool-supporting Director – especially when we beat them!
Bentley
An invaluable member of the team is the support dog Bentley, who works tirelessly to entertain and make new friends, (in between snacks and naps).
He is a team player who has no trouble with building connections with Inspire’s children and young people. On top of his educational responsibilities, Bentley takes an executive role in the day-to-day running of the business and oversees the work of the founders.
Jo Matthews
I studied Child Development and other related subjects at college, achieving level 3 qualifications. I started my career as a SEND Teaching Assistant in a primary school where my interest in behaviour grew. I quickly knew this was the area of education that I wanted to focus on. I’m fortunate to work with some amazing colleagues, who share my passion for helping children and young people to reach their full potential.
With two children my time for hobbies is limited, however I do enjoy keeping fit, crafts, cooking and baking. I realise this may come as a surprise to the young people who have found my baking efforts somewhat amusing!!
Jon Wood
I have experience of working in a number of settings, that include residential care, care leavers, youth criminal justice, family support, substance and alcohol misuse and hidden harm (supporting the safety and well-being of young people experiencing the impact of parental alcohol and substance misuse). My interests include books, political history, rugby, music and I am a dedicated Manchester United supporter.
Kerry Kendall
I have worked with Becki and Matt for a number of years and I am currently their Business Co-ordinator at Inspire. I have worked in a number of roles, mainly in admin/clerical posts, however this is the most unusual but most enjoyable role I have had.
I undertake all the usual tasks you might expect in an admin role but throw in the buzzing atmosphere that young people bring, and this gives you an idea of the ethos Becki and Matt have created: the of smell bacon cooking or cakes baking, the sound of the box of Lego being emptied out; it might even be a young person’s behaviour becoming heightened – we are an intervention service after all.
I love that new young people come to the centre, often quiet and shy but it doesn’t take long before they come out of their shells and feel comfortable enough to invade the office space, chatting and joking whilst stapling scrap paper together! Luckily, I have the ability to switch off and focus on my work when I need to and if I can’t, well, I’ll just catch up later! I’m hoping that, as my role is part time, I will be able to take advantage of this and spend some time travelling – I’ve always wanted to see the Northern lights so this is at the top of my list for 2021!
Lauren Batey
On my life path I have had the pleasure of embracing many opportunities close to my heart. Amongst multiple highlights of my career, I have thoroughly enjoyed being an advocate, Intervention support worker and Family support worker. Through such opportunities I have discovered an ardent love and understanding for ASD.
Supporting children, young people and families across Devon brings me joy and continues to be an absolute pleasure and passion of mine. I enjoy exploring alternative ways to learn and have fun!
Where would you find me? The answer every time is at the beach. I find the ocean coupled with my love of music provides the perfect playground for self-expression and evolution.
Nathan McCabe
I have been working with young people for over 15 years in many different roles. First as a volunteer, a community youth worker and as a young person’s drug and alcohol worker. I really believe in young people and their ability to overcome the obstacles that sometimes hold them back. I believe if we listen to young people and really try to hear what they are saying, we can work together with them to create positive and lasting change. In my spare time I like to relax and spend time with my family.
Carla Knowels
I have a passion for supporting children and young people with SEND and SEMH needs, helping them to feel understood, build confidence and recognise their individual strengths. I particularly enjoy working creatively and finding alternative ways to engage young people through their own interests, both at the centre and out in the community.
As a mum with personal experience of neurodiversity and home education, I understand that every young person experiences the world differently. I believe that building a trusting relationship and allowing young people to progress at their own pace can make a real difference. I love seeing them achieve something they may not have previously thought possible—even the smallest steps deserve to be celebrated!
Outside of work, I’m usually kept busy with family life, watching my son’s football, Rugby & Golf. Enjoying creative projects and my three crazy dogs.
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