CEO
Responsible for driving forward our strategic goals so that we can ensure every student can access their best future.
Ensuring we uphold high standards and comply with charity law, including being the Designated Safeguarding Officer. Acting as the main point of contact between our board of trustees and our charity.
020 7655 0355
Megan.hunter@theswitch.org
Head of Programmes and Impact
I lead the design, delivery, and evolution of our programmes to make sure they truly reflect our strategic goals. I support and manage our brilliant delivery team to ensure our work is high-quality, innovative, and grounded in real impact. I’m passionate about using data, feedback, and learning to constantly improve what we do—so we can create change that lasts.
020 7655 0310
Nicola.chadwick@theswitch.org
Finance Manager
I'm responsible for both the day-to-day finances of our charity and helping plan for any future opportunities to expand our offering to both the schools and businesses of Tower Hamlets. I have experience of both City based investment analysis and running my own business. I feel that contributing to improving opportunities for all children in the borough is the most inspiring part of my role here.
020 7655 0300
steve.thompson@theswitch.org
Senior Project Manager - Primary Schools
Responsible for the Primary Team, Reading & Number Partners, and Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead.
020 7655 0319
Rachel.mcmahon@theswitch.org
Project Lead for Primary - Financial Literacy
Responsible for coordinating and delivering a range of long- and short-term programmes in primary schools which develop students' financial literacy and core skills, such as numeracy, oracy, and literacy.
020 7655 0307
Rosalind.isaacs@theswitch.org
Office Manager and DBS Administrator
I ensure our office runs smoothly and efficiently. I manage office supplies, oversee health and safety compliance, and handle various HR responsibilities. Additionally, I coordinate the DBS process for our staff and volunteers, ensuring all necessary checks are completed accurately and promptly.
020 7655 0300
Angela.lattimore@theswitch.org
Project Coordinator
Responsible for coordinating the Writing Partners programme, organising and liaising with schools and volunteers to make the programme enjoyable and successful for the students taking part.
020 7655 0304
Claire.latham@theswitch.org
Senior Project Manager for Secondary Programmes
I lead on the delivery of all secondary school career activities, including mentoring programmes. I am responsible for scheduling and coordinating workshops in schools, and arranging student visits to attend insight days at partner company offices. I work closely with school careers leads, corporate volunteers, employers, facilitators and The Switch secondary team.
Project Manager - Enhanced Opportunities
Responsible for managing our enhanced opportunities such as our mentoring projects and our exclusive programme, The Journey Programme with Bishop Challoner and J.P. Morgan.
Project Manager for Secondary Programmes
I work as part of the Secondary team, delivering high-quality careers education for our partner secondary schools, aligning with Gatsby Benchmarks. I lead on the planning and delivery of engaging student activities, manage mentoring cohorts, and coordinate with schools and corporate partners. Inspire students through direct interaction while ensuring safeguarding standards across all programmes. Drive meaningful impact in careers development.
Project Coordinator
I work as part of the Secondary team helping prepare for, deliver, and evaluate our career development activities and programmes. I coordinate projects, communicating with a range of stakeholders including school staff, students and corporate partners. I support the team with the monitoring and evaluation of our work in secondary schools and colleges in order to demonstrate the positive impact our charity has on thousands of young people in Tower Hamlets every year.
Work Experience Manager
Manages and leads the development of our work experience programme, working closely with schools and employer partners. She oversees all external communications and is the main point of contact for collaboration, event participation, and outreach opportunities.
020 3882 6626
Aimee.staniford@theswitch.org
Work Experience Senior Project Lead
Supports the coordination and delivery of the work experience programme. Responsible for liaising with schools and employer partners, assisting with communications, and helping deliver placements, events, and outreach activities.
Project Coordinator - Work Experience
Supports the coordination and delivery of the work experience programme. Responsible for liaising with schools and employer partners, assisting with communications, and helping deliver placements, events, and outreach activities.
Digital Transformation Manager
I am responsible for all things IT at the Switch. I am here to help everyone find the right tools to use and make sure that they know how to use them.
Communications Lead
Lead on communications, I manage social media content, oversee our monthly newsletter, and drive the organisation’s brand strategy. I’m responsible for ensuring consistent design and messaging across all external platforms, reviewing and creating materials for clarity, alignment, and visual identity across all channels.
Head of Partnerships and Fundraising
Lead strategic income generation for The Switch through corporate partnerships and trust fundraising, managing relationships and driving new opportunities. Oversee revenue stream, develop innovative funding initiatives, and expand stakeholder diversity. Supervise a dynamic team delivering impactful volunteering and communications to enhance financial stability and youth engagement across industries.
Corporate Partnerships and Volunteer Manager
First point of contact for corporate partners and volunteers, supporting us in the delivery of our workshops, events, and wider CSR initiatives.
To support our work across our programmes we have a team of facilitators that support our in-house team to facilitate our events in-person and online.
Alice’s passion for equality of opportunity has led to her involvement in educational programmes where she can share her skills. Alice has 10 years of experience in educational settings as well as being a qualified accountant for over 30 years.
Avanti is a project and people manager, facilitator and educational content creator with 15 years experience developing, delivering and growing school-based programmes to engage children and young people with a complex world.
Denise has over 8 years of youth work experience in schools and community settings. Denise has vast experience in delivering workshops and presentations for audiences of all ages and working directly with young people, both 1:1 and in small groups.
Shirin works as a freelance facilitator in schools across London, exploring complexities of identity and social justice, as well as motivating and inspiring students to raise their levels of achievement and develop skills to pursue their goals and aspirations.
Tracy has worked with various educational charities to design, deliver and evaluate learning materials for students, teachers, volunteers and businesses. Her mission is to enlighten and empower young people through engaging workshops.
Vanessa is an experienced public speaker and facilitator with over 10 years of teaching experience. Keen to utilise a bubbly personality and content creation skills in a vibrant and passionate programme to inspire and equip young adults.
