About
With over 30 years of experience in and around children’s services, Jill has dedicated her career to improving outcomes for children and families. Her expertise spans statutory, voluntary, and private social care sectors, where she has held senior leadership roles across all areas of children’s social care. As the co-founder of Mind Of My Own, Jill played a pivotal role in developing innovative, world-leading digital tools that support best practice in children’s services. These tools empower children to express their views and enable more meaningful communication between young people and professionals. A confident and compelling speaker, Jill regularly delivers workshops, keynotes, and training sessions that inspire and equip professionals across the sector. Known for her ability to speak with authenticity, clarity, and empathy, she connects deeply with audiences, blending lived experience with strategic insight to spark reflection and change. Her sessions consistently receive outstanding feedback, with participants praising her warmth, clarity, and the practical value of her contributions. Jill is also a recognised expert in safeguarding, specialising in troubleshooting, audit, service improvement, project management, and strategic leadership. She is known for delivering tangible results that drive real and lasting change. Her leadership has contributed to outstanding Ofsted outcomes, and her work has been cited in government reports as an example of excellence in social care practice. Deeply committed to child-centred practice, Jill fosters a culture of innovation, accountability, and collaboration. She is an accomplished leader and people manager, known for building high-performing teams and equipping professionals to deliver exceptional services for children. Whether leading service transformation, preparing for inspection, or speaking to a room full of sector leaders, Jill brings energy, dedication, and a proven track record of success to every challenge.