Andrew Teale

Andrew Teale is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in service management and harm reduction within the healthcare sector. Currently serving as a Service Manager at Centrepoint since August 2024, Andrew previously held the same title at St Mungo's, overseeing the Bournemouth and Poole Rough Sleeper Teams from October 2017 to August 2024. Andrew's background includes working as a Clinical Trainer at Martindale Pharmaceuticals Limited, where training on Naloxone was provided to healthcare teams along the south coast. Prior to this, Andrew gained experience as a Phlebotomist with the NHS and as a Harm Reduction Practitioner with the Borough of Poole, where responsibilities included leading harm minimisation initiatives and needle exchanges. Andrew began a career in healthcare as a Care Coordinator with SMART-Substance Misuse and Assessment Team, conducting assessments for clients seeking treatment. Andrew's earlier experience includes a role as Maintenance Manager at Hotel Du Vin and owning a bricklaying business. Education includes attendance at Arnold Hill Comprehensive School and The Open University.