Background and experience 

Jane has held senior strategic leadership roles in education and local government (e.g. Barnsley MBC, East Riding of Yorkshire Council), where she shaped and led national policy implementation, directed workforce transformation and embedded positive culture. Today, she works across public, private and VCSE sectors, supporting senior and exec teams through strategic facilitation, leadership development and 1:1 coaching. She is PRINCE2-accredited, DiSC-certified, and an associate on national programmes including NHSE. Jane’s expertise in strategy, people development and organisational change underpins her commitment to helping leaders embed bold, people-centred leadership that drives performance and impact.

Coaching philosophy and coaching clients 

Jane believes authentic, values-led leadership creates the conditions for resilience, growth and purposeful action. She works with founders, business owners, directors, partners and senior leaders as a trusted thinking partner – providing supportive challenge, clarity and strategic stretch. Her coaching helps clients develop their leadership identity, sharpen decision-making and create space to lead with greater impact. Jane supports reflective insight alongside purposeful action, often using the outdoors to shift thinking, increase focus and unlock new ideas. Her clients leave sessions re-energised, aligned and ready to act, with renewed confidence in themselves and their leadership.

Coaching style and approach

Jane’s style is pragmatic, warm and boldly encouraging. As both a sounding board and strategic challenger, she creates an energising space where insight and action go hand in hand. Known for helping clients cut through the noise and refocus on what matters, Jane blends visual tools, values-based coaching and nature-connected thinking to deepen reflection and promote momentum. She works 1:1 with clients, with senior leadership teams and with peer groups, balancing support with accountability. Her coaching helps leaders reconnect with their adventurous spirit, unlocking curiosity, clarity and direction, and leading with greater agility, resilience and courage.