Filip Swietlik
Director, Physiotherapy AssistantFilip is director and co-founder of Footsteps Centre Filip received his Masters of Science in Physiotherapy from the Academy of Physical Education in Poznan, Poland. He has been working with children for over 20 years providing individual, play (fun)-based, functional therapy. Filip has experience working with children with varying diagnoses including Cerebral Palsy, genetic diagnoses, developmental delay, undiagnosed disorders as well as orthopaedics or musculoskeletal conditions. Filip, in his work uses elements of various therapeutic methods to make therapy effective and attractive for every patient. Filip has a certification in Paediatric NDT Bobath, he completed a PNF course (Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation), M.A.E.S. Therapy Introduction Course and other workshops.
Malgorzata Swietlik
Head HCPC PhysiotherapistGosia Swietlik graduated with a Master of Science in Physiotherapy from the Academy of Physical Education in Poznan, Poland. She has over 20 years of paediatric experience treating and supporting patients with neurological and developmental delays, Cerebral Palsy, genetic syndromes as well as orthopaedic and musculoskeletal conditions. Gosia values an individual approach to each patient and combines a variety of therapeutic methods and techniques to follow the personal needs of each child. Gosia is certified in Paediatric NDT Bobath, she completed PNF (Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation) Basic, Advanced and PNF in Paediatrics, M.A.E.S. Therapy Introduction Course, Sensory Processing and Integration in Children. Gosia is a member of the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP), and the Association of Paediatric Chartered Physiotherapists (APCP). Gosia is one of the co-founders of The Footsteps Centre.
Mark Kirwan
Physiotherapy AssistantMark received his BSc in Physiotherapy in VPU Lublin, Poland. Currently completing an MSc in Sports medicine at University College London 4+ Years of experience in Paediatrics M.A.E.S therapy introductory course Mark puts an emphasis on enjoyment for all children and strives for the best results while ensuring a fantastic time is had during therapy.
Aga Zajac
Physiotherapy AssistantAga is a very passionate and experienced therapist who loves working with children. She graduated with a Master of Science in Physiotherapy from the Academy of Physical Education in Katowice, Poland Aga has worked at Footsteps since 2012 gaining experience working with children of all ages. Her area of practice includes neurodevelopment, neurological, orthopaedic, and musculoskeletal physiotherapy. She has completed various post-graduate courses, including M.A.E.S. (Movement Analysis & Education Strategies), PNF (Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation) Basic, Anatomy Trains in Structure & Function, Massage I grade with Biological Regeneration, Massage II and III Grade Specialized Massages. She takes part in many workshops as well as webinars to continue to expand her knowledge and experience.
Kirsty Dawson
Centre Manager Email kirsty@footstepscentre.com
Kirsty has worked as the Centre Manager at Footsteps since 2012. She is responsible for the daily running of the Centre, bookings, invoicing, accounts and everything business focused. Previously Kirsty was an Events Manager working in Graduate Recruitment, and prior to that she served in the Royal Air Force as an Air Traffic Control Officer.
Please contact Kirsty with any questions about The Footsteps Centre.
Sarah Higgs
Charity Coordinator Email sarah@footstepsfoundation.com
Sarah has worked at Footsteps since 2016 and deals with the day to day running of the charity.
Her role includes dealing with the processing of grant applications, free shoes for those that attend Footsteps, fundraising events, supporting our fundraisers and liaising with donors be it Corporate, Community or individuals.
Previous to Footsteps has worked in Administration roles in the Investment, Medical & Toy industry.
Please contact Sarah with any questions about the charity.
Claire Hyde
Community Fundraiser Email claire@footstepsfoundation.com
Claire started at Footsteps in 2024 after working in a primary school for 18 years. Claire’s role includes social media, the contact for local community groups, individuals and corporate fundraisers as well as the co-ordinating community events.
Claire’s previous roles have been in various administration/secretarial positions, nannying and primary school TA.
Please contact Claire with any questions about community fundraising.
