Leanne Cooper

About Me

My professional background spans careers guidance, adult education, employability, teaching, student support, safeguarding, volunteer project management and programme coordination across the public, private, and voluntary sectors.

I am passionate about delivering inclusive, person-centred guidance that empowers individuals to recognise their strengths, make informed decisions, and achieve positive outcomes. I have particular experience supporting adults facing multiple barriers to learning and employment, including those with additional support needs and complex personal circumstances.

As a qualified professional with a Level 6 Diploma in Career Guidance and Development, a Level 6 Certificate in Careers Leadership, and currently completing the Level 6 Professional Certificate - Supporting Clients with Additional Needs, I am committed to maintaining high professional standards and continually developing my practice. Alongside my careers guidance role, I lead on safeguarding, volunteer management, quality improvement activities, and the monitoring of careers guidance services against recognised quality standards, including Matrix, Gatsby and Ofsted requirements.

I believe that effective careers guidance can transform lives by helping people increase their confidence, broaden their horizons, and take ownership of their future. My approach is collaborative, strengths-based, and focused on ensuring that every individual has the opportunity to realise their potential and make meaningful career decisions.