Meet Our People

A Degree in Industrial Design at Central School in London. After graduating in 1974 I worked in the composites industry with various appointments in design engineering and technical management up to director level.

My involvement with Signpost as a trustee began in 2006 and it has been a remarkable experience and education in an entirely new sector. I hope and believe that Signpost has also benefited from my past experiences and knowledge of business management, employment and human resources.

Fred worked in special education in Essex and Suffolk before becoming CEO of the Royal Society Mencap in the 1990s. During that time, he was a writer and advisor on Disability for the BBC and Treasurer of Inclusion International. He was awarded a CBE for his work with disabled people in 1999.

Since his retirement, he has been actively involved as a Trustee and Chair of several local charities and has wide experience establishing and developing voluntary organisations. He has held several posts in statutory regulatory organisations and was a Non-Executive Director of Southend University Hospital Trust for 8 years until early 2020.

I joined Signpost as a trustee Summer 2022 having previously volunteered for Signpost Colchester writing CVs 2018 – 2020. I am a hospitality IT professional and project manager (PMP certified).

I seek to use emotional intelligence and good communication skills to deliver success in diverse environments. These are the same tools I hope to put to use at Signpost and help make a difference as a trustee. In my role writing CVs for Signpost clients, it was a privilege to meet clients and help them understand all their qualities.

I am a firm believer in encouraging an individual’s strengths, culture and diversity to generate wider team creativity and combined output

I served for 23 years in the Royal Navy as a Petty Officer Steward before retiring. I am a qualified FE teacher and manager. Since leaving the Navy in 2007 I have gained experience in ‘civvy street’ in procurement, property management, and education.

I became a trustee of Signpost 2022 as I felt I had a lot to offer the organisation and felt it aligned well with my ethos.

I am a cardiologist from Ukraine, who worked at the consultant level, running a rehabilitation unit for Cardiac and Stroke patients for the last 8 years. I came to the UK with my teenage daughter and a dog due to the war in my country.

My acquaintance with the Signpost began with me attending the “Speaking Club” to improve my level of English and be able to find a job in a hospital, even if not in a medical position yet.

I had the honour of becoming a trustee of Signpost in March 2024, whose main task is to help people, which completely coincides with my life position. I hope to be useful to this organization as I know all refugees’ difficulties and problems.

Paul Feasey joined Signpost in 2003 and has been CEO since 2013. He came to us from a career working with various populations around disability, mental health and offending.

He has an MSc in Occupational and Organisational Psychology and is a strong advocate of empowerment as a mechanism of change. He sports a facilitative leadership style and works to develop Signpost’s culture accordingly.

Since entering his current role he has developed a range of systems and practices that ensure that Signpost can deliver multiple projects and report accurately and promptly on all aspects of Signpost’s work. The main ethos of this is to look after all of Signpost’s Stakeholders. This ranges from funders and those who finance our work, through the staff and volunteers who deliver it and on to the people who benefit from our efforts.

“It is a rare privilege to work in a field that is so closely aligned with one’s values.”

I have worked for Signpost since 2014 – initially recruited as Centre Manager for Signpost Greenstead, with my role growing and developing over the last 8 years to include responsibility for Signpost-wide projects and contracts, and processes such as quality assurance and policy development.

My background is in Community Support & Development, and my previous role was with Essex County Council’s Early Years & Childcare Service, implementing and developing the Children’s Centre initiative across Colchester and Chelmsford. Before that, I had another voluntary sector role with Home-Start Colchester supporting families and volunteers, and facilitating several family support groups within the community.

One of my passions is animal rescue, and I have home-checked and fostered several sighthound and lurcher rescues since 2009. I love being outdoors as much as possible, walking my dogs or working in my garden, including growing my veg.

I started my role at Signpost as Centre Manager on January 2nd, 2024. I am a qualified Information, Advice, and Guidance Practitioner (IAG Level 4) whilst holding a Level 3 Award in Education and Training, NVQ and psychometric assessor qualifications.

Before I embarked on my journey with Signpost as Centre Manager, I held pivotal positions within an organisation that maintained a partnership with the Ministry of Defence (MoD). Beginning as a Senior Career Consultant, my exemplary performance led to my selection for this present role.

My specialisms include supporting beneficiaries with physical and mental disabilities, as well as those with criminal convictions, showcasing my commitment to supporting diverse individuals through challenging transitions and underscored by my role as a Mental Health First Aider (MHFA).

I will continue to leverage my expertise and compassion to guide individuals towards achieving their personal and professional goals, ensuring that the Signpost Centre remains a beacon of support and empowerment for the Tendring community.

Hi, my name is Jenny and I’m the centre manager at Signpost Basildon. I have supported many participants who have suffered from mental illness throughout the years. And although it can be difficult at times, they have endured these struggles and flourished in all aspects of life with my assistance. Now I’m here to help you, alongside Signpost Basildon, where we provide a tailored program to each participant, along with resources and support to facilitate your journey and help you achieve your goals. You are not alone; we are here for you and cannot wait to meet you. Please come to meet our team.