The VR Team
Rugz Henry
Claire Blakemore
Claire Blakemore
Chief Executive Officer
Rugz, the visionary founder and CEO of VR, combines 8 years of management expertise with a decade in finance and sales. He crafts long-term strategies, ensures legal compliance, and builds external relationships, steering the company towards success.
Claire Blakemore
Claire Blakemore
Claire Blakemore
Chief Operating Officer
Claire, with 7 years in project management and field operations at a charity, pairs her expertise with 7 years as a special needs educator. She enhances processes, ensures compliance, and focuses on team development, driving operational excellence at VR.
Charelle Kerr
Claire Blakemore
Charelle Kerr
Chief Finanical Officer
Charelle, a former fraud investigator and union representative, brings expertise in financial analysis and strategy development. As a diversity and inclusion advocate, she leverages her legal and social knowledge to develop and oversee strategic initiatives and agreements.
Jamie Oldnall
Claire Blakemore
Charelle Kerr
Director of Education
Jamie has taught ICT, Business, Music, Maths, English, Finance and more across key stages. He holds a Diploma in Education & Training with QTS, supporting SEND, EAL, and diverse learners. A student-focused leader, he creates inclusive, engaging environments.
Join Our Vibrant Team
Giving Opportunities
We empower young people by creating and sponsoring local start-ups while combatting knife crime through youth sports. Our Football Development Program has successfully nurtured teams, see Jubilee Jaguars FC above, with plans of introducing new teams next year. Together, we can create a brighter future for our youth!
Join Us For A Chat
Tune into the 'Vocal Rogue' podcast, where we host guests from our community to discuss important topics like wellbeing and poverty. We believe in the power of conversation! Join us aand engage with our polls and comments, be a part of our mission to revitalise communication. Welcome to VR, where communication is king!
Get Involved
Get Involved
Positivity and collaboration can drive real change! We are on the lookout for passionate individuals to join our team of dedicated volunteers. Whether you're interested in administrative support, social media engagement, outreach coordination, or helping oversee our daily operations, your contributions can make a lasting impact!
Our Working Environment
Vocal Rogue® Workplace Policy
We embrace a flexible, inclusive, and supportive working environment. Our hybrid model combines remote work and activities at various locations to effectively deliver our services. We prioritise open communication, respect and safety, fostering a positive, community focused, and responsive workplace that supports the well-being and growth of our team members.
