Julie-Ann Jones

Julie-Ann Jones is an experienced Therapy Assistant and educator with over 30 years’ experience working with children, young people, adults and families across educational and community settings.

Her experience includes supporting individuals with a range of abilities and needs, including developing communication, social and emotional skills, independence and everyday life skills.

Julie-Ann began her career in education and childcare in the UK and went on to become Company owner of a successful childcare business, overseeing childcare centres, school holiday programs and before- and after-school care services. This provided her with extensive experience.

Throughout her career, Julie-Ann has worked alongside therapists, educators, medical professionals, parents, caregivers and the Department of Child Protection.

These experiences have developed her strong belief in a collaborative, person-centred approach, where each individual’s needs, interests, choices and goals are understood and respected.

As a mother of a child with ADHD and dyslexia, Julie-Ann also brings valuable lived experience alongside her professional knowledge. She understands that every individual is unique.

Julie-Ann enjoys working closely with clients, families and therapy teams to support therapy goals through practical, meaningful everyday activities. She is passionate about promoting choice and control, building confidence and developing life skills, while helping each person participate in the things that are important to them.

Her goal is to provide warm, respectful and individualised support that helps clients build skills, confidence and independence, and ultimately supports each person to live their best life.