I am passionate about teaching and learning and providing opportunities for all learners and all that we do is to benefit the future for our young learners.  I joined Orchard Community Trust in September 2024 as the Chief Executive Officer.  A qualified teacher and an experienced senior leader taking up my my first headship back in 2011.  A Headteacher/Principal for 7 years and Executive Principal for a further 3.

More recently having been employed within a large MAT as Deputy CEO of 22 school covering 4 local authorities. Prior to that as Chief Operations Officer.

Along with school improvement experience I have overseen the business functions of a large MAT as Deputy CEO and COO including finance, governance, human resources, health and safety, ICT and contracts and procurement.

I enjoy supporting staff development and allowing for continual growth. I have mentored senior leaders, Headteachers and Principals through qualifications including the NPQH and NPQEL. 

I have also sat on numerous Local Governing committees as a school governor and delivered training in this area.