Hi, I'm Stephen Allan Worthington, an energetic Events & Operations professional with extensive experience in festivals, nightlife, and large-scale production. I excel at leading teams, coordinating performers, and delivering engaging, safe attendee experiences across multi-agency networks. I have experience on live broadcast with Radio City and Juice FM alongside Podcasts for the NHS I have built partnerships with clinical and community services, designed inclusive spaces, and implemented efficient processes that improve event flow and outcomes. I thrive in fast-paced environments and bring calm, structured leadership to complex projects.

Stephen Allan Worthington

Hi, I'm Stephen Allan Worthington, an energetic Events & Operations professional with extensive experience in festivals, nightlife, and large-scale production. I excel at leading teams, coordinating performers, and delivering engaging, safe attendee experiences across multi-agency networks. I have experience on live broadcast with Radio City and Juice FM alongside Podcasts for the NHS I have built partnerships with clinical and community services, designed inclusive spaces, and implemented efficient processes that improve event flow and outcomes. I thrive in fast-paced environments and bring calm, structured leadership to complex projects.

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Hi, I’m Stephen Allan Worthington, an energetic Events & Operations professional with extensive experience in festivals, nightlife, and large-scale production. I excel at leading teams, coordinating performers, and delivering engaging, safe attendee experiences across multi-agency networks. I have experience on live broadcast with Radio City and Juice FM alongside Podcasts for the NHS

I have built partnerships with clinical and community services, designed inclusive spaces, and implemented efficient processes that improve event flow and outcomes. I thrive in fast-paced environments and bring calm, structured leadership to complex projects.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Head of Wellbeing & Mental Health at Shambala Festival
April 20, 2023 - Present
Led festival-wide wellbeing and mental health framework; coordinated welfare, production and emergency service partners across a 20,000-capacity site; ensured attendee safety and positive experiences.
Nightlife Events & Performer Liaison at Garlands & Ministry of Sound
March 1, 2001 - November 1, 2006
Supported performer coordination, PR/host activity, front-of-house flow and audience engagement across large club events; worked with DJs, dancers and drag performers to deliver vibrant, smooth-running nightlife productions.
Events & Workshop Coordinator at Worth More Mental Health & Well-Being
March 20, 2019 - Present
Organised wellbeing workshops and community activation; managed logistics, scheduling, registrations and resources to deliver polished, engaging events; engaged with welfare partners and community groups across a 2,000-capacity site.
Clinical Commissioner - Adult Eating Disorders at Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
April 20, 2022 - July 20, 2024
Led regional clinical commissioning of adult eating disorders service; supported multi-provider contracts and placements; led multi-agency panels; streamlined processes to reduce delays and improve patient pathways; monitored service outcomes against KPIs.
Senior Nurse Practitioner at Alder Hey Children's NHS Foundation Trust
February 20, 2020 - April 20, 2022
Led service development across high-risk youth mental health; managed large and varied caseload; introduced group programmes, family forums, and broader community engagement; designed new care pathways to reduce demand on crisis services.
Senior Nurse Practitioner at Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
February 20, 2017 - February 20, 2020
Delivered front-line mental health assessment and crisis intervention across partnership; supported improved response times and multi-agency protocols; mentored junior colleagues.
Nurse / Deputy Ward Manager at Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust
April 20, 2011 - April 20, 2017
Oversaw daily operation in residential rehabilitation services; stepped up as ward manager across governance, workforce, and quality improvement; led HR processes and staff development.

Education

DipHE Mental Health Nursing at Edge Hill University
April 1, 2008 - April 1, 2011
Clinical Mentorship at John Moores University
September 1, 2012 - September 1, 2012
PG Cert Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (Credits) at University of Chester
February 1, 2015 - February 1, 2015
PG Cert Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (Credits) at University of Chester
September 1, 2018 - February 1, 2019

Qualifications

DipHE Mental Health Nursing
April 1, 2008 - April 1, 2011
Clinical Mentorship
September 1, 2012 - September 1, 2012
PG Cert Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (Credits)
February 1, 2015 - February 1, 2015
PG Cert Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (Credits)
September 1, 2018 - February 1, 2019

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Healthcare, Education, Professional Services, Government, Travel & Hospitality