Our Team - Smiles of Quorn | Smiles of Quorn

Our Holiday Club Team

Harvey Marshall

Associate Director

As Associate Director, Harvey takes overall responsibility for the Holiday Club, providing strategic leadership, ensuring compliance, and overseeing quality across all aspects.

Harvey has been with Smiles since its very beginning, bringing over 6 years of experience in the out-of-school sector, both at Smiles and a local holiday camp. He has also supported a local pre-school setting in improving its Ofsted rating from 'Inadequate' to 'Good' in just six months.

Harvey founded and managed the holiday club, playing a key role in its creation and growth. His commitment to providing a fun, safe, and enriching environment for children during school holidays has been vital to the club’s success. Harvey is now Associate Director, where he holds overall responsibility for the holiday clubs and continues to support the wider business operations from behind the scenes.

After leaving the wraparound team to attend Nottingham Trent University and complete his BSc (Hons) in Paramedic Science in September 2022, Harvey is now starting his career as a Graduate Paramedic. Despite this exciting new career path, Harvey remains deeply involved with the family business, providing strategic oversight of the holiday clubs during school holidays to ensure their continued success and smooth operation.

Harvey has completed his Level 4 Award in Nursery Management, holds a Level 3 Diploma in Childcare, and has completed various other training, including Paediatric First Aid, Safeguarding for Designated Leads, Children’s Playwork, Mental Health and Wellbeing, EYFS, Behaviour Management, and SEN Coordination.

Alice Hall

Holiday Club Supervisor

As Club Supervisor, Alice is responsible for the day-to-day running of the Holiday Club, leading the team on the ground and ensuring everything runs smoothly and safely.

Alice lives in Sileby with her partner Max and their dog Dougie. In her spare time, she enjoys going for walks, catching up with friends, and spending time with her little family.

Alice has worked in the childcare sector since leaving school and brings a wealth of experience from a variety of settings, including nurseries, a local primary school, and private nannying. Her hands-on experience across different age groups and roles has given her a strong understanding of children's development, wellbeing, and individual needs. After taking a short break from the sector, Alice returned to childcare by joining Smiles as a Senior Leader within the wraparound provision. Having become a valued member of the leadership team, she took on responsibility for leading the Holiday Club in June 2026 and now oversees its day-to-day operation as Holiday Club Supervisor.

She holds an NCFE CACHE Level 3 Diploma for the Early Years Workforce (Early Years Educator) and has completed Leadership and Management training alongside a range of other professional development courses, including Understanding Autism, Paediatric First Aid, EYFS, Mental Health and Young People, Online Safety, Safer Recruitment, Whistleblowing, Keeping Children Safe in Education, and Safeguarding Children for Designated Safeguarding Leads.

Alice is passionate about creating a nurturing and inclusive environment where children feel happy, safe, and supported. She takes pride in leading the holiday club team and helping to ensure every child has a positive, enjoyable, and enriching experience at Smiles.

Grace Biggs

Playleader

As Playleader, Grace leads imaginative, hands-on activities tailored to the children’s interests, creating a fun and inclusive environment where every child is engaged.

Grace joined Smiles in 2022 and has worked across both the wraparound care and holiday club settings. During her time with the wraparound team, she held the role of Senior Leader for Children’s Wellbeing. She holds a Level 3 Diploma in Childcare, with a focus on Early Years Provision, Keeping Children Healthy & Safe, Play, Imagination & Creativity, and supporting Children with Special Needs. She has also completed a wide range of additional training, including Level 1 and 2 Safeguarding, Prevent, Paediatric First Aid, Positive Behaviour in Early Years, Mental Health Awareness, and Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging.

Grace has recently left the wraparound team to begin studying Psychology with Marketing at Sheffield Hallam University, with the goal of pursuing a career in child psychology. She continues to be part of the Smiles team during school holidays, bringing her experience, energy, and passion for children’s wellbeing to the holiday club.

Outside of work, Grace enjoys spending time with family and friends. She is proud to be part of the Smiles team and values the opportunity to contribute to a safe, engaging, and inclusive environment for all children in her care.

Lucy Hardy

Senior Leader

As Senior Leader, Lucy supports the holiday club leadership team, helping to ensure high standards and a consistently positive experience for children.

Lucy has been working with children and young people for over 7 years in various roles, including as the Choreographer at Barrow Arts Theatre Society, babysitting, nannying, and teaching dance to children aged 2 to 16. Her passion for performing arts, which she has been trained in since the age of 2, inspires her to one day run her own business teaching performing arts to children.

She joined Smiles through the wraparound childcare provision before progressing to Playleader, Deputy Holiday Club Manager, and most recently Head of Holiday Club. She now continues to support the holiday club as a Senior Leader, remaining an active member of the team during the holidays.

Lucy is currently studying BA (Hons) Musical Theatre at Italia Conti in London. She holds a Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and has completed a variety of additional training, including Safeguarding for Designated Leads, Prevent, Health and Safety for Managers, Fire Safety for Managers, Positive Behaviour in Early Years, Paediatric First Aid, Early Years Education Framework, and Becoming a Manager. She was also the proud winner of the national Out of School Club Worker Award 2024.

With her strong passion for performing arts, Lucy brings creativity, confidence, and energy to every session, helping to create memorable and enriching experiences for the children. the children.

Ava Jones

Playworker

As Playworker, Ava supervises play and helps create a warm, inclusive environment where children feel safe, confident, and excited to get involved with a range of activities.

Ava lives in Mountsorrel with her family and their pet dog, Narla. After completing her studies in Biology, Chemistry, and Film Studies at Rawlins Post-16, Ava is currently traveling and exploring the world. During her travels, she is volunteering with various organisations across the globe, gaining valuable experiences while giving back to different communities.

Despite her travels, Ava continues to work at Smiles during the school holidays. Before embarking on her travels, Ava worked at Smiles for two years as a Playworker in both the wraparound setting and during the school holidays. Ava also previously volunteered at a local after-school club, where she enjoyed taking care of the children and helping to create new, fun activities for them.

Ava has completed her Level 3 Diploma in Childcare, along with Level 1 Child Safeguarding, Prevent Duty, and First Aid Awareness training.

In her spare time, Ava enjoys going out with her friends and playing football with her team, where she has won many awards during her time playing. In the future, Ava plans to attend university in America, where she hopes to specialise in Paediatric Dentistry.

Maisie Preston

Sports Coach

As Sports Coach, Maisie leads sports-related activities, encouraging children to stay active, try new things, and develop confidence and teamwork skills through play.

Maisie has worked with children for over four years and enjoys creating a fun and safe environment that children look forward to attending. Having grown up surrounded by sport, she developed a strong passion for physical activity from a young age and has trained in a variety of sports, including Gymnastics, Football, and Badminton, for over a decade. She enjoys helping children discover how enjoyable sports and physical activity can be while encouraging them to try new things and build confidence.

Through her passion for sport, Maisie began working as a Gymnastics Coach in November 2022, where she continues to work with children aged 3 to 13. She also previously worked as a Rugby Coach for over a year with children aged 2 to 5, helping younger children develop confidence, coordination, and teamwork skills through fun, engaging activities. Alongside her coaching experience, Maisie holds Paediatric First Aid and Food Allergy & Intolerance training, as well as essential safeguarding training, including Level 1 Child Safeguarding, FGM Awareness, Prevent, and Whistleblowing.

Maisie is passionate about helping children discover new hobbies, build friendships, and feel included in a fun and welcoming environment at the holiday club.

Lilly Evans

Playworker

As Playworker, Lilly supervises play and supports children to join in with engaging, creative activities, helping to ensure everyone feels included and at ease.

Lilly lives in Quorn with her family and their dog, Bobby. After completing her studies in Art, English Literature and Geography at Rawlins Post-16, Lilly is now taking a break to travel and explore before she plans to attend university next year and pursue a career in the fashion industry.

Lilly has worked at Smiles for two years, where she has enjoyed her role as a Playworker in both the wraparound childcare provision and holiday club. Despite taking a break from studies, Lilly continues to work at the holiday club during school holidays, enjoying her time with the children and the team.

Lilly holds a Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and is trained in Safeguarding and Prevent. She also holds the STA Level 2 Safety Award for Teachers and has worked as an Assistant Swimming Teacher. Lilly also has experience as a Farmhand and Children’s Party Host at Stonehurst Farm, and an Activity Leader at Tay Play Holiday Camps.

In her spare time, Lilly enjoys swimming and looking after her baby sister, Ada. She is excited to be part of the Smiles team and looks forward to the future!

Sarah Wright

Inclusion Playworker

As Inclusion Playworker, Sarah provides additional support and targeted interventions for children with SEND, working alongside the SENCo and wider team to promote inclusive practice and help ensure all children feel supported, included, and able to fully participate in holiday club activities.

Sarah has worked with children and young people for over eight years across a variety of roles and settings. Before joining Smiles, she worked as a Mental Health Nurse for 10 years, supporting both children and adults, before moving into sensory play work to focus more closely on supporting children and young people. She currently works term time as a Sensory Playworker, predominantly supporting children with learning disabilities, neurodiversities, and challenging home backgrounds, and also volunteers as a Rainbows Unit Helper.

Sarah completed her Mental Health Nursing degree in 2015 and has undertaken a wide range of additional training throughout her career, including Safeguarding, Trauma-Informed Care, Solihull, Healthy Conversations, Healthy Growth, Oliver McGowan Training, Compassionate Leadership, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion, and Speak Up training. She has also held a Neurodiversity Link role, helping to develop a neurodiversity pathway within a hospital setting.

In her spare time, Sarah enjoys spending time outdoors, travelling, crocheting, and reading with her two cats beside her. She is passionate about supporting children and young people, helping them build confidence, feel included, and have positive experiences at the holiday club.

Olivia Kirk

Play Assistant

As Play Assistant, Olivia helps the team by ensuring children are supervised in a safe environment and actively involved in fun, engaging play.

Olivia lives in Quorn with her family and their two cute (but sometimes naughty!) miniature dachshunds. She has been part of the Smiles team since September 2024 and enjoys working with the children and being part of a supportive team.

Olivia is currently studying History at the University of York, following her A-Levels in English Literature, French, and History at Rawlins Post-16. She has completed Safeguarding and Prevent training and holds a Level 3 Certificate in Paediatric First Aid.

In her spare time, Olivia loves reading, watching films, and going to concerts. She brings creativity, enthusiasm, and a calm, friendly approach to her role at Smiles.

Gabriella Reid

Play Assistant

As Play Assistant, Gabriella supports the team to ensure children are safely supervised and engaged in enjoyable activities, contributing to a fun and safe environment.

Gabriella lives in Quorn with her family and her rabbits, Jupiter and Luna. She is currently studying A Levels in Art Textiles, Film Studies, and History at Rawlins Post-16. At school, Gabriella volunteers in a year 8 history class, helping students with their work and encouraging their love for history.

In her spare time, Gabriella enjoys reading, designing clothes, and making them. She also sails on the weekends, where she sails various types of boats, including Monohulls, Catamarans, and Daysailers.

Gabriella is Prevent and Safeguarding trained, as well as trained in Paediatric First Aid.

In the future, Gabriella plans to take a gap year, during which she hopes to secure an internship in the fashion industry, followed by some travel and a position with CampAmerica.

Gabriella is excited to be part of the Smiles team and looks forward to contributing to the positive and fun environment for the children.