Meet our friendly staff team

At West of Scotland Deaf Children’s Society, we’re a small team who do big things. Our staff work hard to connect with the community and deliver our services.

Our staff team

Iain Campbell

Hi! I’m Iain and I have been involved with WSDCS for over 30 years. My little brother was diagnosed as deaf when I was 6 years old and we started attending clubs and events to meet more families like ours.

I started working for the charity in 2017 and I can honestly say I love my job as a Family Support Officer. It is a genuine pleasure and privilege to support children, young people and their families.

When I’m not working, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends – especially my small army of nephews and nieces! I’m also a big fan of movies, video games, Marvel and DC (I’m like a big kid!)

Erin Stewart

Hi! I’m Erin, mum to Ryan, who is deaf. We were signposted to WSDCS when Ryan was diagnosed at just five weeks old. Having no prior experience with deafness, we decided to attend the Halloween party when Ryan was about three months old. I expected it to feel overwhelming, but I couldn’t have been more wrong.

From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed as if we had been part of the community for years. It was the first time we were able to share our experiences with people who truly understood, and for the first time since Ryan’s diagnosis, we felt that as a family we were not alone.

In November 2025, I became a Family Support Officer. I’m passionate about supporting other families by sharing both my personal experience as a mum to a deaf child and my professional knowledge as a paediatric nurse and former Early Years Practitioner. I have recently completed my BSL Level 1 and I am now working towards my BSL Level 2. 

When I’m not at work, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, taking trips, and exploring new places.

Rajkiran Atwal

Hi! I’m Rajkiran. I’ve worked in the third sector for over 13 years and I’m delighted to have joined WSDCS as Finance & Administration Officer. Before joining the team, I spent many years at Merry-go-round, where I started as a volunteer and was fortunate to build a career doing work I’m genuinely passionate about.

What I love most about working in charities is being part of a community that makes a real difference in people’s lives. As the parent of an autistic child, I know how important it is for families to have access to the right support, information and sense of community.

I’m passionate about helping things run smoothly behind the scenes while also getting involved wherever I can to help children and families have the best possible experience.

In my spare time, you’ll usually find me knitting, crocheting, scouting out good coffee spots, reading a crime novel, or spending time with my husband and son.

Our Board of Trustees

Pauline Boyce, Co-Chair

Pauline is the CEO of Glasgow Centre for Inclusive Living, a Disabled People’s Organisation, supporting disabled people to live independently.

Pauline has been a leader within the voluntary and public sectors for 25+years, including working with National Deaf Children’s Society Scotland and Healthcare Improvement Scotland. She joined WSDCS Board of Trustees in 2019.

Pauline is married with 2 daughters. She loves DIY, interiors and gardening.

Kerry Ryan, Co-Chair 

Hi. I’m Kerry Ryan, mum of Ellie, who is deaf, and Rebecca. I found WSCDS after attending an event at Hamilton School of the Deaf. 

We came along to mini-club when Ellie was about 3. She loved the club where she wasn’t alone in her hearing loss and she felt part of something. Ellie still attends the club, moving on to youth club, and this just shows how the club evolves with the child.

The help that the charity gave me in where to find information and extra benefits I was entitled to was invaluable along with the support from other parents.

I became a trustee in October 2022, in order to give something back. I try to do fundraising to help the charity when I can. It’s a great support for parents and children and something I love being part of.

Rebecca O’Rourke

Hi, I’m Rebecca O’Rourke. I’m profoundly deaf and wear bilateral cochlear implants. I am a qualified Early Years Practitioner, working in a nursery class. 

I’m a trustee for WSDCS and have been since 2019. I have been part of WSDCS since I was a teenager when I used to regularly attend their youth club and events. I joined the Board of Trustees as I wanted to give back my time and share my experiences and knowledge, being a deaf young person myself, advocating for future generations. 

I am part of the Finance and Fundraising Committees. I regularly attend the clubs and events run by WSDCS as a volunteer and deaf role model. I use English as my main form of communication and I have recently completed my BSL Level 2.

 

Linda Montgomery

Hello, my name is Linda Montgomery and I am a qualified Teacher of the Deaf, working within an Enhanced Deaf Provision.  

I am a relatively new trustee for WSDCS and have been since 2023.  I have admired their work for many years now and I was motivated to apply for this Trustee role having worked in collaboration and partnership with WSDCS within Deaf education for over 20 years. 

From these experiences I could see the impact first-hand of the support and how this charity continues to strengthen the children’s socio-emotional skills, self-determination, language skills and explore options such as youth clubs and aspirations for their future.  

I regularly attend meetings and I am looking forward to further opportunities to attend events run by WSDCS.  

I am hearing and have my BSL Level 6.  I am committed towards campaigning to break down barriers for Deaf children.  I firmly believe when Deaf children and their families are given the right support such as the fundamental right to language all children can flourish.   

In my spare time you might find me outside walking or climbing the odd Munro!

Eileen Docherty

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