I qualified as an English teacher in 2012, and my passion for improving young people's lives quickly led me into leadership. By 2018, I had become the Director of English for BEST trust. My career has given me a deep understanding of education across all age groups, having held key leadership roles in both primary and secondary schools. I've served as an Assistant Principal, Vice Principal, and Head of School. To further my skills, I've completed both the National Professional Qualification for Senior Leadership (NPQSL) and the National Professional Qualification for Headship (NPQH), which I believe are crucial for effective school leadership.

I’m an avid reader and I make sure to stay active through exercise. I also love to travel and explore new places. 

I have been a governor in two schools prior to Pix Brook and look forward to working with the school in the role of a co-opted governor. 

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.