Gateway Local Learning and Employment Network (LLEN) aims to improve post compulsory education and training opportunities in Victoria. We encompass the local government areas of Whitehorse, Manningham and Monash and work with key stakeholders within these communities.
Since 2002, we have facilitated and implemented a number of programs that support 10 – 19 year olds to engage in education and training. The initiatives tend to focus on ‘at risk’ youth and aim to increase their engagement in relevant and practical learning opportunities that lead to a supported transition through education, training and onto employment.
Forging Strong Connections
Improving Training and Education Outcomes
Actively Building Partnerships
Meet the Team
Bronwen Henry
Executive Officer
Bronwen Henry is the Executive Officer with Gateway LLEN. She has twenty years’ experience in the community sector including working as a counsellor within secondary schools and program development and facilitation for at-risk youth.
In her role as Executive Officer, Bronwen works with a wide range of individuals and organisations to develop and build sustainable partnerships that provide innovative programs to improve education and successful transitions to further education, training or employment for young people in the Gateway region.
bhenry@gatewayllen.com.au
0422 103 472
Bianca Spence
Partnerships Manager
Bianca Spence has previously worked as Project Officer at Gateway LLEN before moving into the Partnerships Manager role. She joined the Gateway LLEN team eight years ago, having previously worked in the Eastern Metropolitan region in education and training and community sectors.
Bianca also has experience teaching and training in both Australia and abroad. In her role with Gateway, Bianca coordinates and manages transition and engagement programs that improve educational and career opportunities for young people in the region.
Bianca works part-time on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.
bspence@gatewayllen.com.au
0439 273 553
Jake Barclay
Structured Workplace Learning (SWL) Coordinator
Jake Barclay is a full-time Structured Workplace Learning (SWL) Coordinator with Gateway LLEN, with a background in Psychology studies and Sport Development. Jake has a passion for community development and comes with extensive experience in the sports, events, and hospitality industries.
In his role as an SWL Coordinator, Jake manages and coordinates SWL placements for senior school students. He is responsible for developing and maintaining employer relationships, creating enhanced career opportunities for young people in the region, and statewide portal maintenance. He works with students, schools and local employers across a range of industries to coordinate hands-on workplace experiences.
jbarclay@gatewayllen.com.au
0474 058 002
Madison Utting
Structured Workplace Learning (SWL) Coordinator
Madi comes to Gateway LLEN straight from university where she completed a Bachelor of Arts and Global Studies with a focus on Politics and International Development.
Madi is committed to empowering young people by advocating for equitable access to education and support, and has a strong passion for community development. In her role with Gateway LLEN, Madi supports the SWL program by developing and maintaining employer relationships, creating enhanced career opportunities for young people in the region, and works with students, schools, and local employers across a range of industries to coordinate hands-on workplace experiences.
mutting@gatewayllen.com.au
0477 743 247
Melissa Brown
Office Manager
Melissa is Office Manager at Gateway LLEN. Having been with the team since 2004, she is responsible for reception duties, coordinating and maintaining office procedures, and the organisation of Gateway's Board and Sub-Committee meetings. She enjoys working with the rest of the team to achieve outcomes for young people in the Gateway region.
mbrown@gatewayllen.com.au
0403 596 097
Alexandra Gee
Structured Workplace Learning (SWL) Coordinator
Alexandra Gee is a part-time Structured Workplace Learning (SWL) Coordinator with Gateway LLEN. Alexandra has a background in Business and Global Studies, as well as extensive experience across the retail and hospitality industries.
In her role with Gateway LLEN, Alexandra facilitates SWL placements for students studying a VET subject. She is responsible for developing and maintaining employer relationships, creating enhanced career opportunities for young people in the region, and Statewide portal maintenance. She works with students, schools and local employers across a range of industries to coordinate hands-on workplace experiences.
Ally is currently on an extended period of leave.
agee@gatewayllen.com.au
0459 206 993
Jade Ryan
Media and Communications Officer
Jade’s comms career kicked off at Hawthorn Football Club in 2009 where she joined a team that pioneered social media within the AFL.
At Gateway LLEN, Jade thrives on crafting content that's meaningful and accessible for young people, teachers and schools, and industry professionals.
She holds a Bachelor of Education and a Postgraduate Diploma of Media and Communications, and has worked in non-profit, government services, and training organisations.
Jade works on Thursdays and Fridays, and enjoys spending her non-work time with her young family.
jryan@gatewayllen.com.au
0411 834 074
The regions we encompass
