Sue Lacey
About Sue Lacey
Sue Lacey is an Early Years Support Officer at Save the Children UK, where she has worked since 2017 in Cardiff. With extensive experience in programme quality development and compliance, she engages with children's and families' perspectives to enhance Early Years programmes.
Work at Save the Children
Sue Lacey has been serving as the Early Years Support Officer at Save the Children UK since 2017, focusing on Cardiff. In this role, she leads and supports both internal and external communications for Early Years programmes. She contributes to activities that enhance the quality and sustainability of these programmes. Prior to her current position, Lacey held various roles within Save the Children, including Governance & Compliance Officer and Eat, Sleep, Learn, Play! Quality & Development Advisor. Her extensive experience within the organization spans over a decade.
Education and Expertise
Sue Lacey has a diverse educational background, having studied at Treforest Junior School, Hawthorn High School, and Glamorgan College. She achieved GCSE O Levels and a BTEC Diploma in Business Studies. Lacey's expertise encompasses programme quality development, operational risk, and compliance, drawing from her extensive experience in both the third sector and finance industries. This educational foundation supports her current focus on early learning development and quality assurance in her role at Save the Children.
Background in Compliance and Risk Management
Before joining Save the Children, Sue Lacey worked at Barclays Corporate for 32 years, where she held the position of Compliance/Risk Manager. This role provided her with significant experience in operational risk management and compliance, which she later applied in her various roles at Save the Children. Her background in finance and compliance has been instrumental in her approach to quality development within early years programmes.
Achievements in Early Years Programmes
Throughout her tenure at Save the Children, Sue Lacey has been recognized for her contributions to the quality and development of Early Years programmes. She is known for delivering high-quality service improvements and embedding effective working practices with contracted partners. Lacey actively supports the engagement of children and families in programme development, ensuring their voices and perspectives are integrated into the initiatives she oversees.