Samantha Chadwick

I am an enthusiastic and highly motivated professional with strong interpersonal skills and a specialist interest in Paediatrics and Adult Learning Disability services. My lived experience of disability and socioeconomic disadvantage has shaped not only my values but also my practice. Navigating barriers first-hand has given me a deep, authentic understanding of the challenges many individuals and families face, allowing me to approach my work with heightened empathy, respect, and insight.

I am an effective communicator, able to engage confidently and compassionately with people at all levels and from all backgrounds. As an experienced manager, I excel at motivating teams to deliver work of the highest standard while fostering an inclusive, supportive environment. I adapt quickly to changing circumstances and bring determination, resilience, and a strong sense of purpose to every task I undertake.

Specialist Paediatric Physiotherapist - Shropshire Community Health Trust

(2021-01)

I have been able to utilise my lived experience and extensive professional background in complex disabilities and multi level stakeholder negotiations, to facilitate a more robust service provision within specialist education settings. Previously a reactive service, this is now a proactive and person centred service whereby CYP are able to access a range of equipment previously unavailable to them. I have also worked with external stakeholders to access funding sources, helped families access funded vehicle leases outside of DWP, implemented clearer reporting processes to enhance communication between services and families, and regularly participate in joint working clinics to reduce waiting times and the need for additional appointments.

I am a clinical educator, supporting students from Keele, Worcester & Birmingham.

Town Councillor - Oswestry Town Council

(2021-01 - 2025-12)

During my 4 year term I was able to finalise the external funding which enabled the provision of the Changing Places facilities in the town centre. This required significant negotiations and changes to tendering processes, whilst working with the chosen developers to ensure the finish was appropriate and met the public needs. I was also able to bring my expertise in EDI policies into practice by overhauling the Town Councils entire policy catalogue.

I was able to put forward a motion which was carried forward, for the provision of the Progress Pride Flag to be flown from the building each year alongside securing funding to support the start of Oswestry's first Pride event, which is now entering its 4th year.

Specialist Paediatric & Adult LD Physiotherapist - BCUHB - (Central) Glan Clwyd Hospital

(2020-01 - 2021-12)

Secured my promotion to Band 6 within 18months of qualifying. Covered a wide area of the coast from Kimnel Bay to Conwy, inc. special education schools. Worked with Powys to create a serial casting provision for North Wales.

Created and implemented a robust Transition pathway for those moving to adult services with complex needs. This included a 'Therapies Passport' which was also chosen as part of the 'Welsh Health Hack' programme to reduce unnecessary deaths as a result of improper positioning.

Rotational Physiotherapist - BCUHB - (East) Wrexham Maelor Hospital

(2018-01 - 2020-12)

Completing core rotations in ITU/Respiratory, Neuro rehab, Elderly rehab, & Community MSK, before negotiating with senior leadership team to become the first rotational Paediatric & Adult LD physio. Worked closely with wider MDT & created a 'Breakfast Club' which was supported by OT to provide functional rehab skills to aid discharge planning, this was rolled out across wards. Subsequently achieved the Bronze Quality Improvement Award for this alongside implementing bedside wall plaques to indicate people's mobility and handling requirements, which reduced the number of reported falls.

Veterinary Practice Manager - Oakwood Veterinary Centre, Babbinswood

(2009-01 - 2014-12)

Responsible for day to day running of a busy holistic practice, inc. Health & Safety, Accounts Management, VAT returns, Cash/Purchase reconciliations, Staff training & wages, Stock/order, Marketing, Liaising with local practices and acute centres. Additional duties inc. Reception, Cleaning kennels, feeding hospital patients, administering medication, assisting in theatre, in-house lab tests, on call duties.

Specialist Accessibility Physiotherapist & Animal Rehabilitation Therapist - Self Employed - Whole Health Rehab

(2020-01)

Part time role spanning human and animal rehabilitation in the community, with accessibility at its core. Demonstrating how to access and utilise spaces to support long term management of complex health conditions. Liaising with professionals across Acute, Primary & Veterinary Care to support MDT working.

I provide a free accessible Couch 2 5k during the summer months, alongside supporting an Open Water Swimming group to demonstrate how even with disabilities, there is nothing that cannot be achieved.

Complementary Therapist - Self Employed - Sam's Secrets

(2004-01 - 2020-12)

Day to day running of mobile service, inc. Tax returns, Stock & Audit, CPD compliance, negotiating festival contracts, Health & Safety, SOPs, Logistical management to reduce costs.

BSc (Hons) - Physiotherapy

BSc (Hons) - Animal Studies

FdSc - Animal Science & Health Management