Steve Danby
Managing Director
Directors
As a family run firm my mum, dad and I have been blessed with the opportunity to employ and work with an amazing group of people. It's with thanks to those people that Playscheme is what it is today.
Being Managing Director, my role is to oversee all departments of Playscheme and ensure that the company runs smoothly and progressively.
We are lucky enough to be able to design, build and install play equipment for children and adults alike. Since starting Playscheme we've built everything from a balance beam right through to 9m Towers and fire breathing Viking boats.
My role is to oversee the management of the Company finances.
I have done the accounting since about 1995 when my husband John and eldest son Steve started making play equipment in our garage at home!
I started Playscheme with my son 25 years ago, working from my shed at home. Designs were drawn by hand and most of the equipment was handmade. Over the years we have grown and expanded into the company we are today. My role has changed from doing practically everything to specialising in sales and the running of the company. I’ve recently handed over the role of Managing Director to Steve.
The things I enjoy most about my job are my customers and the creative element from making and designing to inspiring imaginations. As a father I have found it a privilege to work with my son, which most people don’t get to experience. I’m proud of our family firm and family values.
As Director, my role is primarily Operations Management through every stage of the process. I manage from inception through to completion, ensuring we provide our customers with the very best experience and service possible.
Another key part of my job is to ensure we continually deliver innovative play solutions in the UK’s Public and Private sectors working with Clients, End Users, Contractors and Sub-Contractors.
In The Office
I have been with Playscheme for 4 years. Every day brings a new challenge!
I’m head of design and quotations, I manage a small but ever expanding team of creative individuals to make sure that every school, nursery and play area gets an exciting design that meets all their requirements.
I've been with Playscheme since March 2010. I’m responsible for the management of our HR function, Health & Safety and ISO9001 Quality Management System.
I've been working at Playscheme since the dawn of time (2005 in fact!)
My role is to create and inspire through the medium of SketchUp, taking a sketch on a piece of paper and turning it into a digital 3D visualization.
When I'm not at work, I'm usually walking Rex, the hungry Labrador.
I have been working at Playscheme for 10 years.
My role at Playscheme is on the finance and accounts side, making sure all our suppliers are paid correctly and on time.
My role is to generate sales by attending exhibitions and following up enquiries.
I've been working at Playscheme since 2011 and in that time have been instrumental in securing our success in the Sport England Primary Spaces Projects.
I joined the Playscheme design team in September 2016. What I love about this role is that every single day is different, and brings a new challenge. My role is all about designing engaging and imaginative playgrounds along with helping out with the graphics that has come with our new branding. Everybody works as team here, which allows us to bounce ideas off each other to ensure your scheme is perfect!
I joined Playscheme as a Playground Designer in January 2019. With over 4 years’ experience in the play industry I love working for a company with such a creative and unique approach to outdoor play; every design is different and tailor made to the client’s needs.
My Role is to create eye catching imaginative 3D designs, with supporting itemised quotations, to ensure our sales team have all the material they need to offer the best play solution for you.
I've been working with Playscheme since May 2017 - I love being part of the team!
I provide customer support and assist with the funding applications for our 'Awards for All' scheme. I ensure that each school or organisation receives an application they are completely happy with and that reflects their organisation honestly.
Julie Sykes
Marketing Consultant
In The Workshop / On Site
I've worked at Playscheme since 2005. Over my time here I have learnt so many skills from my collegues. I love problem solving and employing solutions to help build exciting and bespoke products that children will enjoy for years to come.
Being Workshop Manager is a rewarding role, one that I enjoy on a daily basis. I help ensure all equipment is built to our high standards and is ready to leave for site on time.
Matthew Price
Site Operative
Jon Heaver
Maintenance & Inspections
Being Playscheme’s CNC operator is a fantastic role, I get to use my own ideas and expertise to produce some amazing bespoke products.
Outside of work you’ll find me training horses and loving life.
Rick Hill
Workshop Themer
Ryan Horsman
Site/Workshop Lead Joiner
Josh Ward
Site/Workshop Lead Joiner
I get to meet nice people that just want advice and guidance in creating amazing outdoor play/learning spaces
We get to make different products every day and the challenges of bespoke products keeps the work exciting
Working at Playscheme gives you the opportunity to be creative, the projects are varied which keeps you thinking!
