I have recently joined Bedfordshire Schools Trust as the Director of Science and I am excited to become part of the governing body at PBA. I believe I will be able to support staff in delivering engaging, high-quality teaching to inspire students to widen their own curiosity and succeed beyond their potential.

I have always been fascinated by the intricate nature of science and my interest led me to studying chemistry at the University of Southampton. During my final year I was part of a team who went into local secondary schools to support A-Level students with their studies, which inspired me to complete a PGCE and go into teaching secondary science. I have now been teaching for over a decade and my passion for the subject has only grown with time.

Throughout my career I have been lucky to develop in both pastoral and department based middle leader roles including Head of Chemistry, Head of Year and Director of Key Stage 4. Having now been a Senior Leader for a number of years I fully appreciate the pressures that Heads of Department, subject leads and school leaders are under, so I hope to be a supportive and encouraging resource for their teams.

I have been a qualified primary school teacher and worked in education for over 20 years.  I have been a deputy head, part of several different SLTs and am currently a SENCo.  I am passionate that all children have the right to an outstanding education experience.

My first community governor role in 2010 was at Fairfield Park Lower School, this role was then converted to a parent governor, before becoming Chair for a couple of years.  Our governors worked together with the Local Authority to ensure school places were available for local children, including building new provisions.  As a team we were awarded the NGA Outstanding Governance Award in 2017. 

I live in Fairfield and have two daughters, one at a local upper school and one in year 6 at PBA.

I have recently retired after more than 30 years’ experience in local government administration with four different public authorities.  I have held various positions in housing management; sport, leisure and cultural services management; and in communications, partnerships and performance management.  I have an academic degree and two professional diplomas.  I live in Stotfold.

Throughout my career I have worked closely and collaboratively in many different team environments.  I have relevant skills in strategic management and corporate planning; financial and budgetary management; and I have good communication and inter-personal skills.  I am open to new ideas and will also offer my own views and experiences where appropriate.

I am passionate about education, I am willing to commit the time required to help enhance and develop the school’s Local Governing Body, and to contribute to the continuing growth and success of the school in the local community. 

I have previously been the  Vice Chair of Governors within a Lower School in Bedfordshire and am currently the Chair of Governors for a Nursery & Pre-School in Hertfordshire. I am delighted to be supporting Pix Brook Academy as a Co-opted Governor.

I am a Senior HR professional with 16 years experience. I started my career working in the policing sector, before moving into education 5 years ago, in 2018. I provide strategic advice, support and training to School Leaders and Governors on all matters relating to HR. I am an Accredited Safer Recruitment Trainer, as well as a trained Designated Safeguarding Lead and member of the Eastern Region Safeguarding Network.

I have high expectations and am committed to maintaining high standards. I achieve this through continuous professional development, providing support and challenge to the school, as well as keeping informed of external factors impacting on education nationally and in the local area.

I am dedicated to ensure that all our members of the school community achieve their potential and have the best possible experience at Pix Brook.