Samara Barnes

Samara Barnes is an experienced professional currently serving as the Colleague Experience Lead and National Programme Manager for People & Culture at Barnardo's since September 2012. Samara specializes in values and behaviors, enhancing colleague experience, and managing mental health and wellbeing programs for educators, emphasizing trauma and grief. Additional roles at Barnardo's include Digital Champions Community Organiser and Manager of Supported Housing Projects. Alongside this, Samara is a Bitesized Facilitator for 50:50 Parliament, aiding prospective election candidates. Prior experience includes positions at a Residential Family Centre and Bury Council focusing on child protection and family support. Samara holds multiple degrees in health and applied social studies, alcohol and substance misuse, and children's residential management.