Steve brings a broad and diverse background across mental health, adult social care, education, and the voluntary sector. He began his career as a Mental Health Professional before transitioning into Adult Social Care, eventually becoming a lecturer at Hull University. Steve has led Drug and Alcohol Treatment Services within the third sector and has held key roles at the Isle of Wight Council, including Local Area Co-Ordinator and, in a joint post with the NHS Clinical Commissioning Group, as a Commissioner. His deep understanding of how to support individuals, combined with a passion for helping people build resilience and their own support networks, continues to inform and drive the development of Aspire’s services.