
Meet our team
Say hello to the people behind Leeds Mencap!
Our team bring a wide range of skills and experience to Leeds Mencap and we’re all passionate about giving children and young people with learning disabilities the best possible support. Find out more about who’s working behind the scenes to keep Leeds Mencap offering our fantastic services.
Our core team

Ged Walker
CEO

David Jorysz
Finance Manager
Our family services team

Sophie Baddeley
Family Support Worker (0 to 5 years)

Katey Lambert
Family Support Worker (0 to 5 years)

Hannah Ford
Activities Coordinator

Rebecca Amos
EHCP Plan Writer

Louise Murphy
EHCP Plan Writer
The Vinery Centre team

Bernie Gahan
Centre Manager

Charlotte Flynn
Centre Support Worker

Alison Covey
Administrator
Jimbo’s Community Nursery team

Abigail Cunningham
Childcare Manager

Becky Walton
Deputy Manager – Operations

Amy Cross
Deputy Manager – SENCo and Room Leader Hawthorn Playroom (Specialist provision for 0 – 5years)

Vicky Thorpe
Room Leader (Toddlers)
Fundraising and communications team

Abi Hart
Senior Fundraiser

Alison Jackson
Fundraising and Communication Officer