Sandy Schofield

Background

About Sandy Schofield

My career spans over decades and demonstrates a deep commitment to driving positive change with a particular focus on health and disability. I have held senior leadership roles, including serving as CEO of two NDIS-registered disability organisations, where I guided teams through major transformations, strengthened compliance with the NDIS Quality & Safeguards framework, and embedded participant-centred, trauma-informed, and culturally safe practice.Whether leading social impact projects, expanding disability support programs, or shaping new service delivery models, I focus on creating sustainable value and uniting stakeholders around a shared purpose. My approach simplifies complex challenges, cuts through noise, and inspires confidence—ensuring both organisational resilience and better outcomes for people with disability and their families.Key strengths include:Strategy & Brand Communications: Transforming organisational culture, reshaping digital presence, and introducing new NDIS programs through communications that resonate with participants, families, partners, and regulators.NDIS & Disability Sector Leadership: Delivering frontline and executive experience across supported independent living, in-home and community supports, workforce training, and advocacy, with strong knowledge of NDIS policy, compliance, and safeguarding requirements.Fundraising & Sponsorship: Diversifying income streams and securing grants and philanthropic partnerships to reduce risk and strengthen financial sustainability.Community & Stakeholder Engagement: Building strong networks across Local Health Districts, councils, support coordinators, plan managers, and allied health to improve referral pathways and participant outcomes.People Leadership: Mentoring teams through change, embedding compliance, and fostering innovation to create a people-first culture aligned with organisational values.I thrive on challenges, embrace innovation, and am dedicated to ensuring that every decision contributes to dignity, choice, and opportunity for people with disability.