Dominic Hurley
Rotherham,United Kingdom
Summary
Dynamic professional with expertise in peer mentoring, public speaking, and event management. Proven skills in graphic and web design, cycling coaching, and community engagement demonstrate a commitment to advocacy and relationship building. Certified in peer support training with significant achievements in group facilitation and narrative development. Aiming to leverage storytelling abilities to enhance community outreach initiatives.
Experienced in mental health support with focus on peer assistance and recovery. Capable of fostering supportive environment for individuals through empathetic communication and active listening. Skilled in crisis intervention and building trust to guide others towards well-being and self-sufficiency.
Empathetic and resilient, showcasing strong communication and interpersonal skills that foster trust and connection. Demonstrates problem-solving abilities paired with active listening to support individuals navigating personal challenges. Committed to making positive impact.
Overview
2
2
years of post-secondary education
33
33
years of professional experience
Work history
Fitness & Cycling Instructor
- Leads spinning and cycling sessions promoting physical activity and wellbeing.
- Encourages inclusive participation for individuals of all abilities.
- Various roles
Motivational Speaker & Author
- 2026.07
- Delivers talks on resilience, recovery, identity, and life after brain injury.
- Engages with schools, charities, healthcare organisations, and community groups.
- Author of a memoir documenting his journey through injury, recovery, and advocacy.
Expert by Experience
Lived Experience Network
2022.01 - 2026.07
- Empowered organisations by integrating Experts by Experience into service visits, feedback processes, and co-productive channels. Tailored approach to enhance care quality, ensuring voice of lived experience is integral in decision-making and service delivery. Provided monthly reports for organisations to track, monitor, and action lived experience insights and recommendations.
Peer Support Worker
Ariya Neuro Care (ABI Services South Yorkshire & Derbyshire)
2018.01 - 2026.07
- Uses lived experience to guide clients through rehabilitation, emotional adjustment, and community reintegration.
- Delivered one-to-one peer support for individuals with acquired brain injuries to facilitate emotional recovery and rehabilitation.
- Supports service users in developing confidence, independence, and long-term wellbeing.
- Contributed to service development and led awareness campaigns to enhance community engagement and support for service users.
Fundraiser & Community Advocate
1994.01 - 2026.07
- Long-standing supporter of Headway and other brain injury charities.
- Organises and participates in endurance challenges and community events.
- Recognised nationally for commitment to raising awareness and funds.
Education
Certificate - Counselling Skills
HND - Graphic Design
The Sheffield College
1998.01 - 2000.01
Skills
- rohPeer mentoring and lived experience support
- Public speaking and storytelling
- Event management and fundraising
- Graphic and web design
- Cycling coaching and fitness instruction
- Community engagement and advocacy
- Peer relationship building
- Experience in group facilitation
- Peer support certification
- Certified peer support training
- Share personal experiences
- Author
- Basic counselling techniques
References
Available upon request.
Accomplishments
- Awarded the British Empire Medal (BEM) for outstanding community fundraising and advocacy.
- Raised £100,000+ for brain injury and community charities.
- Published memoir: If You Have Five Seconds to Spare.
- Winner of the NR Times Lifetime Achievement Award.
- Named Rotherham Sports Personality of the Year (2008) (2009).
- Npower Outstanding Achievement award 2010
- Headway Achiever of the Year award (2010)
- South Yorkshire Sports award (2009)
Publications
If You Have Five Seconds to Spare (Memoir) A reflective and inspiring account of Dominic’s journey through brain injury, rehabilitation, and personal transformation.
Personal Background
- Survived two brain injuries, including a severe 1994 accident resulting in a prolonged coma.
- Originally from Doncaster; active across Rotherham, Sheffield, and South Yorkshire.
- Passionate about disability awareness, mental health, and community empowerment.
Affiliations
- Fitness
- Music
- Making life better
Timeline
Expert by Experience
Lived Experience Network
2022.01 - 2026.07
Peer Support Worker
Ariya Neuro Care (ABI Services South Yorkshire & Derbyshire)
2018.01 - 2026.07
HND - Graphic Design
The Sheffield College
1998.01 - 2000.01
Fundraiser & Community Advocate
1994.01 - 2026.07
Motivational Speaker & Author
- 2026.07