St Bede C of E Primary Multi Academy Trust

Worked within the education sector nationally at a strategic level for over 15 years. Upholds the Christian ethos of the Trust. Manages the overall operations of the organisation. Develops and approves strategies to meet members, parents, children, educational agencies and employee needs. Communicates with people inside and outside the organisation to discover what policies, operational and marketing strategies will help the Trust move forward.

Underpinned by a background as a Chartered Accountant with over 30 years experience, driving successful business operations in a variety of sectors, dealing with growth and change management at a strategic and operational level.

Previously Headteacher e C of E Primary Academy. Received the TES 'Headteacher of the Year' award in 2021. Successfully led whole school initiatives at a number of schools to raise standards in curriculum and education. As COO, strives to provide all pupils in the Trust with engaging educational experiences, giving them the best the best start to life. Co-ordinates staff collaboration opportunities within the Trust and beyond, providing professional development that enables staff to feel empowered in their roles.

Researches new educational initiatives and works with school leaders to evaluate and refine strategies to best suit the needs of local school communities, and the pupils they serve.

Over 19 years experience in education. Headteacher e C of E Primary Academy, a three-form entry primary school, and is committed to providing educational excellence. A Specialist Leader of Education with particular expertise in the Quality of Education, she has been successfully deployed to support a number of schools resulting in significant impact on standards. A recent external review report stated, 'The Headteacher leads with energy and vision'.

Headteacher since September 2019. Within three years of headship, including during the global pandemic, has ensured sustainable whole school improvement at Tonge Moor Primary Academy from an OFSTED judgement of ‘Inadequate’ to ‘Good’. Has almost 27 years experience in five primary schools and senior leadership experience in four schools. Held a variety of leadership roles including whole school responsibility for Special Educational Needs, Safeguarding, Teaching and Learning and Assessment.

As a senior leader, responsible for ensuring the highest standards of teaching and learning, developing positive school and pupil culture as well as the strategic planning and monitoring of continual school improvement.

Worked in education for 16 years and e C of E Primary Academy for two years as Deputy Headteacher and Curriculum Lead. Supports subject leads in developing, monitoring and continually improving subject areas in the curriculum. Responsible for driving forward whole curriculum concepts, reviewing areas of the curriculum and researching new initiatives.

As Deputy Headteacher at Tonge Moor Primary Academy, Natalie is responsible for whole school curriculum leadership, teaching and learning and staff Continued Professional Development. She has over 14 years experience working within primary education; she has completed an Exemplary Leadership course and is currently working towards her NPQH. Natalie has an expert knowledge of curriculum developments and design; she is able to support with planning and implementing an ambitious and coherent curriculum which meets the needs of all learners.

She is passionate about developing other professionals; designing and delivering high quality CPD and working with curriculum leaders to ensure they have the knowledge and skills to develop and maintain a high-quality curriculum for their subject. Natalie has led various projects within school to raise standards, establishing creative, responsive and effective approaches to teaching and learning.

Lauren has been Designated Safeguarding Lead e C of E Primary Academy for four years. During this time, she has further developed the safeguarding team (a team of six teachers) so that…