Leigh has worked for Creative Support since 2002. She completed a Health and Social Care diploma at college and then joined Creative Support at the age of 18 as a support worker.
At 19 Leigh was promoted to Senior Support Worker with Bury Community Services where she ran a service for people with mental health needs.
She continued on a career development pathway and worked through various management roles within Creative Support whilst the organization supported her through training to become a social worker.
She now oversees a diverse portfolio of services across the Midlands and the North West which includes Community Services, Supported Living Services, Day Services, Respite Services, Extra Care Services and Residential Services.
Current role