We are The Bridge (East Midlands). Working for the community since 1993, we deliver a number of specialist housing related advice, support, and assistance services and accommodation options to homeless and vulnerably housed people across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.
Vision
"Resilient, compassionate communities where individuals thrive in safe and secure homes"
Values
Respect: we have a commitment to fairness and equality. We acknowledge an individual's worth, needs, beliefs and their right to make their own choices.
Quality: we have a commitment to delivering excellence; providing a high standard of services with a person centred approach.
Partnership: we work together and with others to create trusting and positive relationships which enhance the delivery of services for the benefit of the community.
Empowerment: we encourage clients and staff to develop their existing skills and knowledge. We help to build self-confidence and increase opportunities to make positive contributions.
Positivity: we have an optimistic attitude and approach which is focussed upon identifying innovative solutions for all.
Mission
"To develop sustainable housing solutions for individuals and communities through partnership, empowerment and good practice"
Sue Langley
Chief Executive Officer
Clare
Head of Quality & Infrastructure
Molly
Head of Programmes & Services
Molly
Services Manager
Alisia
Communications & Engagement Officer
Gill
Mediator
Hannah
Mediator
Nozi
Specialist Housing Advisor
Sue
Triage Worker
Georgia
Supported Lettings Officer
Catherine
Finance Manager
Mark
Trainee Services Manager
Sue
Tenancy Relations Officer
Jim
Training Development Officer
Penny
Executive and Business Administrator
Molly
Accommodation Advisor
Gemma
Food Poverty Development Officer
Marley
Specialist Housing Advisor
Rachel
Food Poverty Assessment Officer
Olivia
Intensive Young Persons Support Worker
Magda
Community Engagement Lead
Lucy
Accommodation Advisor
Rebecca
Triage Worker
Jasmine
Trainee Grants & Trusts Fundraiser
Sophie Bonser
Referral Hub Coordinator
Jay Webb
Chair
Jay is the Managing Director of a HR and IT Consultancy company. She has over 30 years HR and management experience including 9 years as Head of HR in a local authority Social Care environment. Jay is a Chartered Member of the CIPD. An avid networker throughout the Leicestershire area, she supports many local charities and businesses in the UK.
Richard White
Vice Chair
Richard was employed in education for over 40 years, working as a lecturer and manager in Further Education and then for local authorities as an Inspector/Adviser and most recently, oftsted. He is also a local primary school governor and trustee of a charity providing opportunities for disadvantaged young people. Richard is actively engaged in a local church community and enjoys golf, walking with his wife and singing.
Jon Olds
Trustee
Jon is a self-employed French to English translator specialised in investor relations, corporate governance and financial reporting. He is currently studying for the ICSA CSQS qualification, the gold standard for corporate governance and compliance professionals. Jon moved from France to the area with his family in 2000 and is a keen, but untalented badminton player and also the club secretary.
Ashiedu Joel
Trustee
Ashiedu is the founder of Ashioma Consults, a management consultancy and training establishment. Prior to this, she worked in the Public Sector in various capacities within Housing Management. She is an experienced event’s organiser and is actively engaged within her local community, representing various forums. She is also presently the engagement lead within her local community church.
Steve Ablett
Trustee
Steve’s background is in sales and business development, primarily the printing and brand protection industries. Previously a Managing Director of two SME’s - including a start-up - he currently works for a local brand protection company. Steve has lived in Leicestershire for most of his adult life, where he enjoys any outdoor activity.
Amanda Soraghan
Trustee
Amanda has worked in the voluntary sector including in senior management roles within a national refugee agency for over 20 years and prior to this worked in the NHS. Her current role involves ensuring quality standards in a range of charities. She has a particular interest in Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, has a MSC in International Politics and is originally from the north of Ireland.
