Key Staff
Rebekah Warnock
CEO
Becky took the helm of 4YP in July 2025, and, with a clear vision and fresh energy, she is leading 4YP into its next phase with purpose and ambition.
Natalie Coulson
Operations Manager
Natalie ensures the smooth day-to-day running of the whole organisation, guaranteeing the efficient delivery of all 4YP services.
Nancy Merfeld
Clinical Services Manager
Nancy oversees the delivery of 4YP’s formidable counselling programme that offers over 6,500 counselling sessions each year.
Dawn Herbert
Finance Manager
Dawn keeps a close eye on all the money at 4YP – coming in and out!
Simon Doling
CYP Development Officer
Simon is the CYP Development Officer at 4YP, working closely with young people to support their growth, confidence and shaping the services that matter to them.
Laura Hall
Marketing & Communications Officer
Laura is responsible for all brand, press and communications matters but mainly getting the word out about just how great 4YP is.
Marie Tapp
Counselling Service & Administration Officer
Marie is often the first point of contact for 4YP clients and looks after the counselling service on a day-to-day basis.
Patron
Zephryn Taitte
Zephryn, who plays Cyril Robinson in the hit BBC drama series Call The Midwife, dedicates much of his time to working with young people by using drama and the creative arts as a tool for youth engagement and crime prevention. He co-founded Pan-Arts, an organisation that aims to inspire and implement social change and was recognised for his outstanding community work when he was awarded the Freedom of London.
In 2022 he collaborated with 4YP on a project aimed at developing self-confidence using drama. Zephryn and colleagues delivered a weekly programme of creative, performing arts workshops to an enthusiastic group of budding young actors at the 4YP HQ, which culminated in a live performance to friends and families as well as a day on set as extras on Call The Midwife.
Trustees
Richard Lister OBE
Richard, Chair of the Trustee Board, was previously Vice-Chancellor at the University of Suffolk. Richard has a particular interest in relationships with the wider community and championing aspiration, achievement and social mobility. Richard previously worked at Brunel, Hull and Essex Universities and has been closely involved with several charities. In addition to being on the Board of 4YP, Richard is also Chair of the Board of the Food Museum and Chair of the Ipswich Social Mobility Alliance.
Anne-Marie Hardwick
Anne-Marie grew up in Dublin where she graduated, in 1985, from Trinity College with a degree in Economics and Social Studies. She went on to qualify as a Chartered Accountant with Deloitte Touche and then spent the following decade working in the financial sector in both Dublin and London, before becoming a fulltime mum to her three now grown-up children. She joined 4YP as a Trustee (Treasurer) in 2017.
Claire Barritt
Claire joined the Board of Trustees in October 2016. She qualified as a solicitor in 2003 and is a partner in a Suffolk-based firm of solicitors. She studied law at De Montfort and London Guildhall universities and has a degree in business studies from the University of East Anglia. Prior to moving to the private legal sector in 2017, she worked for many years in the public sector as the Head of Legal and Democratic Services for an urban local authority. In addition to supporting 4YP, Claire is also interested in environmental issues and the arts.
Nick Parker
Nick qualified as a chartered surveyor in 2006 and has had a successful career developing social infrastructure, including schools, hospitals and social housing. He was a founding director of an international infrastructure business and has vast experience of finance and construction having collaborated with world class leaders in architecture, building, banking and law.
Nick has been a Trustee of 4YP since 2021. His passion for 4YP is to ensure the charity is financially sustainable to be able to deliver the core service we believe in, and to create positive local and national networking relationships to enhance and maximise 4YP’s opportunities going forward.
Helen Kent
Helen is a former Head Teacher at Ravenswood Community Primary School in Ipswich and also has experience in UK and International schools which has strengthened her knowledge and skills to drive school improvement. The most instrumental part of this has been listening to the young people.
Helen wears her heart on her sleeve. Her best attributes are integrity, trustworthiness, empowerment, responsibility, and fairness.
Young people are at the heart of every decision Helen makes as a mum and educator. Becoming a Trustee at 4YP has given her an exciting opportunity to share her experiences and expertise while supporting likeminded people in shaping outcomes for our future generation.
Sian Robertson
Sian grew up in Ipswich and is proud to call it her home. Since graduating from the University of Suffolk, her career has been focused on supporting young people in making the career choices that are right for them. From early on, as a Graduate Assistant at the University of Suffolk, to her current role as Director of Programmes for Career Ready, Sian has always been a passionate advocate for social mobility and ensuring that young people are heard.
Sian is an experienced leader who has enjoyed developing and writing careers programmes, creating inspiring university residentials and workplace visits for young people, fundraising and account management.
When not at work or volunteering, Sian is usually kept busy by her two small children and hopes one day to find the time again to sit down with a good book!
Rosemary Gravell
Rosemary had a successful career in London and Suffolk, as a clinician and in service management, in the field of Acquired Brain Injury rehabilitation before recently retiring to develop wider interests. She has also been involved in academic writing and research and has written or edited various books/chapters. She has a PhD and undergraduate degrees in Speech and Language Therapy and in Counselling.
She has been a Trustee/Governor within the education sector for many years, including safeguarding responsibilities, and brings this experience to 4YP, alongside her professional skills and knowledge.
Rosemary has four sons and two grandchildren.
Gary Peverley
Gary is currently the Acting Diocesan Secretary and Finance Director for the St Edmundsbury and Ipswich Board of Finance, supporting the Church of England’s presence in the 443 parishes across most of Suffolk. Prior to this, he was the Head of Management Accounts and Associate Director of Business and Finance for Enable East, the project management arm of North Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust. Gary is a Qualified Chartered Management Accountant and Honours Graduate with experience in a diverse range of businesses and industries.
Gary lives in Felixstowe and, away from work, enjoys spending time with family, walking, cycling, days on the beach, and gardening, as well as taking his children to and from their various activities! He is also an active member of a local church.
Peter Broughton
Peter is a Programme Manager in the local health system and has worked for the NHS for almost a decade. He studied Business Management at the University of Suffolk and continues to reside locally since he graduated.
Before moving to Ipswich in 2016, Peter accessed mental health services in Norfolk as a young person, this was a key driver in Peter wanting to join the board at 4YP. He is passionate about equality, diversity, inclusion, mental health advocacy as well as LGBTQ+ rights.
Outside of work Peter enjoys getting back to nature and spending time with friends and family.
Bernadette Mooney
Bernadette Mooney is a Chartered PR Practitioner with over 17 years’ experience in communications across the charity, education, healthcare, and agency sectors. She began her career as a broadcast journalist, working in Suffolk and Essex, and later held the role of Communications Manager at the University of Suffolk. She is currently an Account Director at PR agency, leading campaigns that champion social impact, including The Social Worker of the Year Awards.
Bernadette enjoys volunteering for Pets as Therapy and has, in the past, supported FIND (Families in Need) in Ipswich.
She is passionate about supporting young people to thrive and is proud to join 4YP as a trustee.
Tony Garnham
Tony Garnham is an Associate Director at Barnes Construction, bringing over 25 years of experience in Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management within the construction industry. Throughout his career, he has delivered a wide range of projects across the UK, spanning multiple sectors. In recent years, Tony has played a key role in several award winning developments at various Cambridge Colleges. He is also actively involved in his company’s charitable initiatives and supports several local causes. Tony looks forward to contributing his expertise and support as a trustee of 4YP.
Hattie Clarke
Hattie grew up in Suffolk, and began her career in the health and fitness industry. Being a competitive swimmer, naturally led to roles as a Swimming Teacher, Personal Trainer and eventually Health Club Manager. Her passion for developing others soon took centre stage, and after gaining an Assessor qualification, she moved into supporting apprenticeships. Hattie now delivers training in Level 3, 4, and 5 management at WS Training, where she enjoys helping individuals grow and succeed in their careers. Outside of work, she is also proud to be an Ambassador for St Elizabeth Hospice – a cause close to her heart – and a dedicated supporter of charities like NNUH. She says she’s at her happiest when she has a project or fundraiser to throw herself into.
