Clara Learning Ltd. was established in 2003 by the company’s directors Mr. Colm Lehane and Ms. Louise Lehane.
Our Company offices are located in Co. Kilkenny.
Managing Directors
Colm Lehane
B.Soc.Sc, MSW, PGC Applied Organisational Development
Colm Lehane is a qualified (CORU registered) social worker with over thirty years’ experience and provides consultancy and training services in the UK and Ireland to social work/social care and health organisations. Colm has worked in statutory, voluntary and private sectors both in Ireland and the UK. Colm’s experience, knowledge and expertise in the area of safeguarding means he is commissioned to investigate, review and advise on complex safeguarding concerns in organisations.
Colm also has a Post Graduate Certificate in Applied Organisational Development and is a registered Mediator, having completed a Certificate in Mediation in 2014.
Louise Lehane
Dip SW, BA (Hons) Social Work, eMBA.
Louise Lehane is a qualified (CORU registered) social worker with over twenty-five years’
experience of working in social work and social care settings; at operational, management and executive level. Louise has worked in statutory, voluntary and private sectors both in Ireland and the UK. Louise specialises in service development and management, including strategic service development, corporate governance and compliance, social work practice, human resource and financial management.
Louise also has an Executive Masters in Business Administration (eMBA) and combines
extensive experience with knowledge of compliance and governance systems, risk analysis, decision making, and ethical leadership.
Office Management
Jane English is an experienced Office Manager and Financial Administrator. Jane has worked
with Clara Learning Ltd for over 15 years and ensures the effective operation of all
administrative systems. Jane is supported in her role by part time administrative support staff.
Associate Consultants
Clara Learning Ltd. commissions qualified and experienced specialists for joint working on a
range of projects. Our Associate Consultants have qualifications in social work, health (nursing)
and human resources management and have worked in both statutory, voluntary and private
sectors.
Our customers include statutory agencies, voluntary, independent, private, and not for profit
organisations both in Ireland and the UK. Some of our customer base is listed below:
Joanne Condon, National Manager
National Advocacy Service
‘Over the years we have consistently availed of Clara Learning training programmes to
enhance the skills and knowledge of our staff and they have always exceeded our
expectations. Colm is not only an expert in his field, but also excels at delivering content in
an engaging and accessible manner. This has ensured that our staff remain motivated and
well-equipped to tackle the challenges they face in their roles. The practical skills and insight
gained have directly translated into improved service delivery and better outcomes for those
our service supports. Their ability to customize training sessions have been invaluable. I
highly recommend to any organisation looking for high-quality, effective training solutions.’
Attendees of the Safeguarding Adults at Risk of Abuse, National Policy and Procedure
Oxfam
Dealt with very complex issues in an easy clear manner”
Moorehaven
Very informative and detailed course. Facilitators have excellent knowledge. There was no
question left unanswered. The material and folder we received were very organised and
useful
Bluebird Care
Really enjoyable training, learned a lot and feel more confident in the area of safeguarding.
Rehab Care
I have attended Trust in Care training facilitated by Clara Learning which was also excellent.
Ideal combination of skills (nurse and social worker) of facilitators.