Nikki is an experienced service leader with over 25 years of expertise in the delivery and management of commissioned services for children, young people, and families across Kent. Her work is underpinned by trauma-informed, strengths-based principles and a commitment to delivering high-quality, evidence-informed support that improves outcomes for children and families.
Since joining Salus in 2013, Nikki has led the development and delivery of a range of therapeutic and family support services. She provides strategic and operational leadership to multidisciplinary teams, with responsibility for service quality, safeguarding, workforce development, and continuous improvement. Nikki has played a key role in strengthening service pathways, embedding quality assurance processes, and supporting the growth and development of services across the organisation.
As a member of the senior leadership team, Nikki contributes to organisational strategy, service innovation, and partnership development. She works closely with commissioners, partner agencies, and stakeholders to ensure services remain responsive, effective, and aligned to the needs of children, young people, and families.
Committed to continuous professional development, Nikki is currently completing a postgraduate qualification in Leadership of Child and Young People’s Psychological Services at King’s College London, further enhancing her expertise in child and adolescent mental health, psychological wellbeing, and service leadership.
Nikki is recognised for her collaborative leadership style, professional integrity, and commitment to delivering high-quality services. She is passionate about creating environments where children, young people, families, and practitioners can thrive, and about driving positive and sustainable change through effective, evidence-informed support.
