Jo relocated from Cornwall to Scotland in March 2024. For over 20 years, she supported children and young people with additional needs in Cornwall, including those with Down’s syndrome. Her focus was on ensuring all children and young people had access to inclusive environments.

Before joining Down’s Syndrome Scotland in July 2025, Jo gained valuable skills and knowledge as an Individual Placement and Support employment coordinator at Enable Works, which involved joint working with the NHS. Jo describes that she is absolutely delighted to be the Inclusive Employment Programme Lead. The team’s goal is to create meaningful work opportunities for people with Down’s syndrome across Scotland.

Away from work, Jo and her partner, Rob love to explore the beautiful coastline near Dundee, and she unwinds with a good book. They’ve also recently discovered the trials and tribulations of fostering cats!