Oaklea Group Annual Report 2025
“A year of change, engagement and ambition and there is a strong appetite to build on the brilliant foundations laid well before I joined.” Jenna Hall, Oaklea Group CEO
Our Annual Report for 2024-25 is now available to download.
Download the report here
Interactive version on this link https://indd.adobe.com/view/f531658b-fbf4-4607-b1f2-765dc9073f97
Or the PDF here
You can also access all previous reports here: https://www.oakleatrust.co.uk/annual_reports/
In the report you will find:
- Celebrating 21 years of care in County Durham
- Apprenticeship success with George and Emily Jayne
- Supported Internships in Skipton
- Introducing new Director of Care, Roisin
- …..and much more (plus click on QR codes for video clips)
View from the Chairs(s)
“I believe the coming year holds so much promise. With our new leadership team, the dedication of our employees and volunteers, and the continued support of our partners and friends, Oaklea is ready to grow, to strengthen, and to keep making a difference where it matters most — in people’s lives. Thank you for being part of our journey. We couldn’t do it without you” Chris Harris, Chair of Oaklea Group
Bumper year for R2W
Our Community Interest Company – Right2Work had another good year – here’s Chair of R2W, Julia Wood:
“2024-25 was the biggest year yet for Right2Work and I would like to highlight in particular
the growth in Supported Internships. I am also exceptionally proud to read about our customers and learners volunteering in the community to give back. Thank you to everyone who makes our important work possible.” Julia Wood, Chair of Right2Work
Where the money goes – Financial report
“During 2024/25 Oaklea Group has supported over 460 individual customers/learners through our bespoke programmes. In addition, we have engaged hundreds more through the Appleby Hub, The Furniture Warehouse and Community Works, each of which provides opportunities to both individuals and local groups and champions the development of stronger communities.”
“2024-25 was a more difficult year for the Charity following change in contractual terms relating to our work across County Durham, the impact of national minimum wage, CPI and National Insurance Contributions; however, through good planning, monitoring and management, the Charity and its subsidiary have been able to remain financially robust, and whilst it was a harder than expected year, the result overall was solid and provides strong foundations from which the new Executive Team can address the future with confidence.” Dr Philip Smith, Chair of the Finance Committee
The last word – from CEO Jenna
“By placing the needs and interests of each customer and learner at the very centre of our work, we have supported them and our dedicated teams to learn, develop and thrive.” Jenna Hall, Oaklea Group CEO
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