First job tips – volume 2 – Page 2

In the second instalment of this series, we find out some more useful advice and stories from our CIMSPA colleagues

CIMSPA team members share their tips for those trying to find their first role in the sector by answering “What habits or attitudes helped you succeed early in your career?”.

In order of appearance:

Andy McGill MCIMSPA – Head of Education and Career Development 

Clare Dunn FCIMSPA, CMgr – Associate Director of Business Engagement 

Susie Benson MCIMSPA, CMgr – Head of Workforce Development 

Robyn Lock MCIMSPA – Workforce Development Manager (Wales) 

Dani Halsall MCIMSPA – Workforce Development Manager (North West), former Team GB athlete 

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We caught up with Wilf Reeve, Media and Campaigns Advisor at Activity Alliance, to talk about the organisation’s role as a leading voice for disabled

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Driving disability inclusion in Scotland

12/03/2026

We explore how Scottish Disability Sport’s training is supporting the sector’s inclusive practice

First job tips – volume 2

In the second instalment of this series, we find out some more useful advice and stories from our CIMSPA colleagues

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