Our Staff Team
Our staff team helps bring The Rock to life every day. They’re the friendly faces organising activities, supporting visitors, running projects, and making sure everything runs smoothly.
A big part of what we do is working with young people. Our youth workers are passionate about creating a safe, welcoming space where young people can relax, have fun, build friendships, and be themselves. Through youth clubs, activities, mentoring, and conversations, we aim to support young people as they grow in confidence and navigate the challenges of life.
Sometimes that looks like games, sports, creative activities, or trips out. Other times it’s simply being there to listen, offer encouragement, and provide guidance when it’s needed. We believe that every young person deserves to feel valued, supported, and hopeful about their future.
Alongside our youth work, the staff team also helps run events, support community activities, and keep The Rock a place where people of all ages can connect and feel part of something positive.
Together with our volunteers and Trustees, we work hard to make The Rock a vibrant community hub where everyone is welcome.
Meet Our Trustees
Our Trustees help guide the vision of The Rock and make sure everything we do stays true to our purpose. They bring a mix of experience, ideas, and wisdom to help steer the charity in the right direction.
While they might not always be the ones you see day-to-day, they play a really important role behind the scenes. From helping with big decisions to making sure we’re running safely, responsibly, and sustainably, our Trustees help keep The Rock strong and moving forward.
Most importantly, they share a real passion for seeing our community thrive and for making The Rock a place where people feel welcome, supported, and valued.
Our Trustees meet 4 times a year. The board is currently made up of 6 members.
Julie Wannop – Chair
Gil Tod – Vice Chair
Chris Piercy
Simon Dockeray
Chris Wills
Pam brown
Volunteers
Volunteers are a huge part of what makes The Rock possible. From helping run activities to welcoming people through the door, our volunteers bring energy, kindness, and a real heart for the community.
There are lots of different ways to get involved. Some volunteers help with youth sessions, events, and activities, while others support behind the scenes with things like setting up, hospitality, or admin. Whatever the role, every volunteer helps make The Rock a welcoming and supportive place for everyone.
If you’re interested in getting involved and making a difference in the community, we’d love to hear from you.
Get in touch to apply: info@therockyouthproject
Youth Volunteers
Our Youth Volunteers are an important part of our team. They help encourage and support younger members, assist with activities, and act as positive role models for other young people.
Youth volunteering is a great opportunity to build confidence, develop leadership skills, and gain valuable experience while helping others. Youth volunteers are supported every step of the way and receive guidance, training, and encouragement from our staff team.
It’s also a great way to make friends, learn new skills, and be part of something that has a real impact on the community.
If you’re interested in becoming a Youth Volunteer, we’d love to hear from you.
Contact us to apply: info@therockyouthproject