Student Sponsor Licence Compliance for UK Schools

Steve is the Managing Director of the UK Education Corporate Services division. He is an experienced international investment business owner, UK independent school boarding expert, UK Child/Student sponsor licence specialist, including overseeing many UKVI compliance inspections and has been the Commercial Director of a UK immigration firm.

As a student global mobility specialist, he intends to make Sable International a trusted supplier of advice and support to UK independent schools and their worldwide agents, in the complex sector of Home Office compliance and visa acquisition for UK-bound international students.

Outside of work, Steve loves travelling, spending time with his family and new grandchild, a quadruple World Cup hockey coach and player, and is currently an England hockey masters player. 

Saskia has over 10 years of experience within the Sable International Team. Saskia graduated from the University of Cape Town with a B. Sc. (Masters) in finance and a sub-major in economics. She has a keen interest in financial services and immigration which made her the perfect candidate to help drive our Business Immigration team forward. Saskia has a passion for exceptional customer service and is now responsible for the Business Immigration team’s service delivery.

A confident, enthusiastic individual with a great attitude and a keen motivation to learn. Saskia has spent the last decade growing a very strong and powerful professional business development network in London. Her growth and strategic approach to relationship-led new business has produced some fantastic results and she has enjoyed implementing these successful sales strategies with her team in London. She has extensive experience in all aspects of foreign exchange and business immigration and can apply her high-level, target-driven sales and account management approach to the success of her role.

Outside of work, Saskia loves experiencing new cultures and travel is at the top of her “spare time” list.”

Isabella grew up in Johannesburg and completed her Master's degree in Research Psychology at Stellenbosch University. She has extensive experience in international education, having worked in Sable International's Study Abroad team and later in university recruitment, helping students from across Africa access higher education opportunities abroad.

Today, Isabella specialises in client services, compliance, and student support, working with education providers and stakeholders to deliver outstanding service and practical solutions. Passionate about helping people achieve their goals, she brings both empathy and expertise to her role.

Outside of work, she loves hiking, running, spending time in the ocean, and enjoying life with her two cats.

Jodie Che’ born and raised in Cape Town. Before joining Sable International, she worked in the public sector as a secretary. She has a passion for kids, she pursued a diploma in Early Childhood Development and hopes to complete her degree in Education in the future.

She works in Sable International's Education Corporate Services division as a Junior UK Consultant Support.

Outside of work, she enjoys outdoor activities and spending time with family and friends.

Rachel was born in Cape Town and studied her undergraduate degree at the University of Cape Town. She has worked in Taiwan for the last decade, where she completed her Master’s in Linguistics, before recently returning home.

She has worked with students all over Asia, helping them with their education and preparing them for their studies abroad. She really enjoyed connecting with students and watching them flourish. She speaks Mandarin Chinese but would love to learn some of the languages spoken in the office.

Outside of work, she likes to learn new crafts, walk her dogs and play games with her family.

Olivia is a dedicated professional with a passion for helping others. Raised in South Africa by her loving grandparents, she blends resilience and warmth in everything she does.

Her career journey began at the South African Revenue Service, where she served for 17 years before joining Sable International. With a National Diploma in Public Relations Management and a Certificate in Digital Marketing, Olivia brings both experience and expertise to her role, assisting students and parents with UK student applications, visas, and immigration processes.

A devoted mother of three, Olivia is also an active volunteer with the Reach for A Dream Foundation, fulfilling the dreams of terminally ill children. Outside of work, she enjoys sunrise swims, beach walks, cooking, and quality time with her family and friends. Olivia’s compassion and drive make her an invaluable member of the Sable International team.

Michiel grew up in Namibia and moved back to South Africa to complete his high school studies where he attended boarding school before deciding to make Cape Town his base. He is currently completing his degree in International Relations.

Before starting at Sable International, he worked in UK-based educational recruitment, supporting the compliance department.

In his free time, he enjoys spending time with friends, either at the beach or finding a new spot for coffee.

Originally from Cape Town and raised in Mossel Bay, Tosca brings her expertise in education recruitment and compliance to her current role in Sable International's Education Corporate Services Division. As a UK Consultant Support, she is dedicated to helping clients navigate their educational journeys with efficiency and care.

Tosca holds an undergraduate degree in BA Linguistics from the University of the Western Cape (UWC) and has furthered her studies with an Honours degree in Linguistics. She is currently pursuing her Master’s degree, showcasing her commitment to continuous learning and personal growth.

Outside of work, Tosca enjoys beach walks, outdoor adventures and participating in youth activities with her close circle of friends. Raised on the core values of hard work and respect, she lives by the motto: Kindness goes a long way.

Born and raised in Cape Town, Lukhanyo matriculated in 2019 and began exploring the beaut industry. In 2021, a passion for helping others and finding solutions led to a transition into the customer service field. This journey brought Lukhanyo to Sable International as a Junior UK Support Consultant, where dedication to assisting clients is paramount.

Outside of work, Lukhanyo enjoys unwinding with good wine, socialising with friends, swimming and exploring new places. With a special connection to water, you'll often find Lukhanyo wherever there's a chance to dive in and relax.

Bianca matriculated in 2015 and spent eight years working in the NGO sector within an after-school education programme, supporting youth development and learning. She attended Alexander Sinton High School and is currently studying towards a BCom in Human Resources through Boston City Campus in Cape Town.

Prior to joining Sable International, Bianca worked as an Operations Assistant for Bradwell Chase, a UK-based talent acquisition company. She now serves as Junior UK Consultant Support in the UK Education Corporate Services team.

Passionate about personal growth, Bianca is family- and faith-oriented, mentors young people, runs a youth programme at her church, and enjoys exploring Cape Town’s nature and food scene.

Jamie-Lee was born and raised in Cape Town and has a background in Psychology and Psychometrics. She completed her studies at the University of the Western Cape and Stellenbosch University. Before joining Sable International, she worked at the Western Cape Education Department as an Intern Psychometrist. She now serves as a Junior UK Consultant, where she is enthusiastic about contributing meaningfully to her team and providing excellent customer service to all clients.

Outside of work, Jamie-Lee enjoys spending time at the beach, exploring new restaurants, and relaxing with her family and her dog.

Born and raised in the beautiful Mother City, Dylan began his career in the UK Visa and Immigration industry immediately after completing school.

He brings over seven years of experience in UK government-related visa services. Dylan spent five years at TLScontact Visa Application Centre, followed by two years at VFS Global. Throughout his career, he has developed extensive knowledge of visa processes and client service excellence.

He is passionate about continuous learning and professional development, ensuring he consistently meets and exceeds expectations in his responsibilities.

Outside of work, he enjoys spending quality time with his wife, exploring new places, taking beach walks, and volunteering as a Law Enforcement Officer.

Megan was born and raised in Cape Town and is a recent graduate of **Business Administration from TSIBA Business School**. While completing her studies full-time, she worked as an au pair and also gained professional experience through an internship in project management.

Megan now works as an Administrative Assistant, where she supports the team with day-to-day operations and assists with additional tasks as needed.

In her free time, she enjoys cycling, reading, watching anime, and exploring hiking trails with friends and family.

Robin is an Admin Assistant in Sable International’s Education division, where she supports the team with the drafting of student visa applications. She recently completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Cape Town and is excited to begin her professional career in a role that allows her to learn, grow and contribute to students’ international education journeys.

As this is Robin’s first formal role, she brings enthusiasm, curiosity and a willingness to take on new challenges. Outside of work, she enjoys crocheting plushies and wearables, which she sells at local markets.

Born and raised in Cape Town, Gemma Jacobs is currently completing her Bachelor of Education degree through Varsity College. Before joining Sable International, she spent six years working in the ticketing and events industry at Howler.

In her role as an Administrative Assistant at Sable International, Gemma brings a hardworking, positive and enthusiastic approach to her work. She enjoys learning new skills and supporting those around her.

Outside of work, Gemma enjoys kickboxing, playing padel and exploring everything Cape Town has to offer.

Shellene Polius was born and raised in London and has a background in education and student support. After earning her bachelor's degree from the University of Bedfordshire in 2016, she worked in various roles across different schools before transitioning into student recruitment. In this role, she helped students – primarily from the Middle East – navigate the UK student visa process, supporting them in their journey to study in the UK.

Now part of Sable International, Shellene is excited to apply her experience and knowledge to assist clients with their visa applications.

Outside of work, she enjoys going to the gym, taking long walks (when the UK weather allows!), reading, and exploring new restaurants.

During 2021 - 2024 I studied at The University of The Western Cape while working part-time as a retail assistant, salon front desk admin and lastly a waitress. When I finished my studies, I worked full time looking for a more permanent role. I came across Sable International in February 2025. I have since been an admin assistant to the lovely Sable Education team. Outside of work I enjoy running and e-cycling and spending as much time with family.

Born in Paarl, and raised in and around Cape Town, Natalie has dedicated her time and energy to travelling and getting to know people.

She was a missionary in Uganda and Rwanda, and studied at the Brigham Young University-Idaho, where she found her passion for helping people, studying healthcare administration. She joins Sable International's UK Education Corporate Service division, focusing her efforts on helping others through organisational support and client-based solutions.

Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family, exploring the city, and reading.

Born and raised in Nigeria, Glory completed his Bachelor of Law in the United Kingdom. Before joining Sable International, he gained experience in litigation, handling group claims and immigration matters.

At Sable, Glory supports international students in securing UK study visas while also assisting corporate clients with UKVI compliance.

Outside of work, he enjoys reading, going to the gym, and cooking.

Coco joined Sable Education team in 2023. Originally from Taiwan and raised in Hong Kong, she completed her Bachelor of Laws degree in the UK. Coco specialises in UK student immigration and sponsor compliance, working closely with schools, students, and families on visa applications and UKVI requirements. She enjoys building strong relationships with schools and helping international students achieve their educational goals in the UK.

Outside of work, Coco enjoys spending time with family and friends and pursuing her passion for oil painting.

Jodi is a goal orientated and dedicated individual with an honours finance educational background and shares a passion for people with over five years of experience within the customer service industry. After Jodi completed her studies she decided to embark on a new experience and applied to Sable International, where she will assist the Business Immigration team.

In Jodi’s spare time she enjoys taking scenic pictures and adventuring outside Cape Town admiring the beautiful views nature has to offer.

Cèlene matriculated from Wynberg Girls’ High School in 2014 and went straight to work to support her family. She worked in the hospitality industry before moving to the beauty industry at Sorbet, then switched gears moving into the debt review industry.

She believes her customer service relations experience has made her into someone who strives for the best for each client interaction. She is now a Junior UK Consultant Support & Marketing Coordinator, assisting those who want to send their children to study at top UK primary and high schools.

Cèlene's number one passion is dancing. She has been dancing since the age of four and has starred in several music videos as well as being a DHL Stormers Cheerleader.

In her free time, she loves cooking, trying new restaurants for new experiences, hanging out with loved ones and going for drives around the Mother City.

Sophie was born and raised in Cape Town. She has a great love for the Mother City, but would love to travel more.

She matriculated from Cravenby Secondary School in 2016 and completed her diploma in Criminal Justice through Lyceum College.

Her first job was at Ster-Kinekor as a multi skilled employee. She was then employed at WNS Global as a customer service agent. She then moved to CT International Financiers as a Collections Specialist, and was given the opportunity to broaden her knowledge and skills into various administrative roles before starting employment at Sable International.

She is an Operations Liaison at Sable International where she works with our Business Immigration and UK Education Corporate Services teams.

Outside of work she enjoys hanging out with friend and family, exploring new places and loves watching series and movies.