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Laura Tilley

Bourne,Lincolnshire

Summary

I have and continue to successfully manage the care of two neurodiverse children with complex needs as a sole parent, demonstrating resilience, adaptability, and strong problem-solving skills.
Balanced full-time caring responsibilities alongside ongoing work and study, showing high levels of motivation, organisation, and commitment to personal and professional development
Developed creative and resourceful approaches to supporting emotional regulation, challenging behaviours, and daily routines within a non-inclusive environment
Built strong advocacy skills to navigate uncertainty, access support, and represent my children's needs effectively
Completed extensive training in Neuro-Linguistic Programming (from 2016 onwards), strengthening communication skills, emotional awareness, and confidence in supporting others through change and challenge
I work with parents and carers locally and nationally through yoga-based support, helping individuals regulate their nervous systems, manage stress, and find presence during periods of overwhelm
Near completion of Life Coaching training, further enhancing my ability to communicate with empathy, meet people where they are, and offer non-judgemental, strengths-based support
Passionate about inclusivity and empowering parent carers, particularly those who feel unseen or unsupported, through compassionate listening and practical tools.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
12038
12038
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Yoga teacher

Self Employed
United Kingdom, UK
2019.03 - Current

Assist children and adults with special needs by applying therapeutic yoga techniques.

Provide trauma-informed yoga sessions customised to individual needs.

Support pupils with complex needs through tailored yoga practices.

Facilitate gentle adaptive yoga for SEN pupils to enhance staff wellbeing.

Utilise simple therapeutic tools to promote calm regulation and connection.

Deliver yoga sessions in schools, community centres, colleges, day services, and private residences.

Conduct workplace yoga and wellbeing sessions.

Offer yoga sessions for parents/carers to enhance their wellbeing.

Carer

Myself
Bourne, Lincolnshire
2003.08 - Current

Provided full-time personalised care to daughters with a rare condition and neurodiversity.

Provided full-time care and emotional support to a child with rare syndrome, developing a deep understanding of neurodiverse needs and family challenges

Supported emotional regulation, routines, and sensory needs in a calm, trauma-informed manner

Advocated for my children while liaising with professionals and services

Built strong communication and listening skills through ongoing support of a parent with complex needs

Developed empathy-led, non-judgemental approaches to supporting others

Maintained confidentiality, resilience, and professionalism in emotionally demanding situations

Associate for 'Every-one'

Every-one
Wellingore, Lincolnshire
2016.10 - 2025.01

Directed initiatives to enhance personal budget provisions in collaboration with local NHS.

Oversaw strategic meetings, ensuring accurate minute-taking and effective communication among third sector organisations in Lincolnshire.

Guided families through complex challenges, empowering them to make autonomous decisions for their wellbeing.

Managed logistics of short breaks caravans, providing accessible holiday options for children and adults with additional needs.

Senior project manager

Ormiston
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
2006.03 - 2009.09

Assisted young parents in re-entering education or employment.

Supported safeguarding initiatives to protect vulnerable individuals.

Compiled detailed reports for assessments and evaluations.

Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to support project objectives.

Facilitated community engagement activities for parents and children to enhance confidence.

Assisted in building supportive networks within the community.

Young Mums to be trainer

Nacro
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
2004.04 - 2006.04

Assist in delivering training programmes for teenage and young mothers-to-be to prepare for parenthood.

Aid participants with information and advice on housing finances and child development.

Facilitate ante-natal classes in collaboration with NHS midwifery teams ensuring inclusivity for partners.

Coordinate a course curriculum for young people to earn a qualification whilst preparing for parenthood.

Education

NLP Master Practitioner - Psychology

ANLP
Yorkshire
Sept 2024 - 2025.03

Post Graduate certificate in Education - Further, higher and Adult Education

Bolton Institute of Higher Education
Bolton
Sept 2002 - 2003.07

Bachelor of Arts - Arts Therapies

University of Derby
Derby
Sept 1998 - 2002.06

A-Levels - Performing Arts. Communication Studies and English Literature

The Deepings School
Deeping Saint James, Lincolnshire
Sept 1996 - 1998.06

GCSEs - Core subjects and Art, Geography, Religion and Child development

The Deepings School
Deeping Saint James, Lincolnshire
Sept 1991 - 1996.06

BTEC Foundation Diploma - Art and Design

New College Stamford
Stamford, Lincolnshire
Sept 2009 - 2010.06

Skills

I am a compassionate and empathetic professional with lived experience of parenting two children with autism I bring a deep understanding of the challenges faced by families, alongside strong active listening, group facilitation, and emotional support skills I am committed to creating safe, inclusive, and non-judgemental spaces where parents feel heard, supported, and empowered

Affiliations

  • I love art, creating art, journaling and writing. I enjoy learning.

Certification

Reiki Level 2: February 2026

Special Yoga level 2 Senior Practitioner: July 2024

Special Yoga and mindfulness for Autism and ADHD: June 2021

Teaching Yoga Nidra training course: July 2020

Yoga Nidra for Mental Health: July 2020

Yoga for Adults with Special Needs: May 2019

Teen's Yoga Teacher Diploma: January 2019

Special Needs Yoga Diploma: December 2018

Toddler Yoga Teacher Diploma: June 2018

Special Yoga for Cerebral Palsy and PMLD: March 2017

Reiki Shoden First Degree: July 2017

Practitioner in Neuro-linguistic Programming: 2016

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Yoga teacher

Self Employed
2019.03 - Current

Associate for 'Every-one'

Every-one
2016.10 - 2025.01

Senior project manager

Ormiston
2006.03 - 2009.09

Young Mums to be trainer

Nacro
2004.04 - 2006.04

Carer

Myself
2003.08 - Current

NLP Master Practitioner - Psychology

ANLP
Sept 2024 - 2025.03

Post Graduate certificate in Education - Further, higher and Adult Education

Bolton Institute of Higher Education
Sept 2002 - 2003.07

Bachelor of Arts - Arts Therapies

University of Derby
Sept 1998 - 2002.06

A-Levels - Performing Arts. Communication Studies and English Literature

The Deepings School
Sept 1996 - 1998.06

GCSEs - Core subjects and Art, Geography, Religion and Child development

The Deepings School
Sept 1991 - 1996.06

BTEC Foundation Diploma - Art and Design

New College Stamford
Sept 2009 - 2010.06
Laura Tilley