Joining BCA in August 2026, Ayliffe brings a wealth of experience in cross-sector collaboration and membership support. Previously working with YouthBorders, the Scottish Borders Climate Action Network and Real Wood Studios CIC, she has extensive experience in one-to-one and group capacity building, developing resilient networks, and facilitating meaningful engagement with both young people and adults.

Ayliffe has a strong network of contacts across the Scottish Borders and is passionate about encouraging knowledge sharing, collaboration and partnership working.

As a member of the Jedburgh community, Ayliffe enjoys exploring the local countryside and nature with her family. She is also a musician with local band Katie and the Sunbeams and enjoys practising ceramics in her home studio.