Mick joined CareTech Community Services in 2009 as a Training Facilitator and covered all of the adult localities. Predominately now working in the Yorkshire region, Mick supports the services with a range of training from basic Induction to specialist Positive Behaviour Support.
Outside of his professional role, Mick had the privilege of spending 14 years being part of the Great British Aikido Team where he competed all over the world and he won a number of World Championship medals firstly as a player and then as a coach and manager. Mick still coaches both grassroots and elite players.
Additionally, Mick supports and volunteers at a small Leeds based charity that is a parent led support group for children and families with additional needs and disabilities.
Mick was the Overall National winner of the 2018 CareTech Care Awards after winning the regional award for Best Educator/Therapist.