Governors

Chair of Governors.

Co-opted Governor (01/12/17 - 02/12/19)

I am a parent and my son is currently in year 11 at Allerton Grange, having joined the school in year 7. I have been a governor in the Primary Sector since October 2006 and have held the post National Leader of Governance. I work for IBM and I currently manage a global team reporting on and evaluating the effectiveness of education  delivered internally. I also tutor on courses covering Professional Development Skills to our graduate intake. Previously, I have worked in a variety of roles including IT Support, Computer Programming, Project Management and Financial Analysis & Management. I also have a PGCE and have taught in the Adult Education sector.

Head Teacher (20/04/15 - )

Co-opted Governor and Co Vice Chair (11/07/16 – 10/07/20)

As an experienced former Deputy Headteacher/Acting Headteacher coupled with my experiences as an independent Education Consultant, I provide quality, reliable, supportive as well as challenging additional capacity to the Governing Body. I bring rigour, organisation, commitment, flexibility and excellent communication skills in the areas of school improvement.

With the ongoing changes in education and the OFSTED framework, I strongly believe that the areas that are high risk to the school are: Standards, Leadership and Management at all levels, self-evaluation and the quality of Teaching and Learning, thus ensuring that the school provides value for money and a quality education service to the students, staff and the wider community.

I ensure that I am up to date with the latest trends, legislation and initiatives in education. My practice and feedback from centres with whom I have worked closely is that I am honest, transparent, patient and resourceful. I believe in sharing good practice both within and across organisations. A key part of my work is to monitor, review and evaluate, not only the colleagues with whom I work, but my own contribution to avoid complacency. This is important in ensuring that the Headteachers, Principals, Governing Bodies and other key staff receive consistent information and guidance to keep the organisations moving forward, thus impacting positively on student outcomes.

Co-opted Governor (10/07/17 – 09/07/21)

I have a son who is now in the 6th form at Allerton Grange.

I am a former Assistant Head teacher, experienced English teacher, Moderator and Examiner.

I have an interest in Special Educational Needs and Disability. I am also the chairperson of a small charity supporting the provision of extra-curricular activities for primary school children in the North East of Leeds.

Parent Governor (05/06/15 – 04/06/19)

I have two children at the school, one in year 10 and one in year 8.

I am currently the Programme Director for the MA Corporate Communications, Marketing & Public Relations at Leeds University Business School.

Staff Governor (20/11/17 - 19/11/21)

I have worked at Allerton Grange since 2015, and during my time here, I have tackled numerous challenges, developed new initiatives, and was successful in applying for a promotion after only six months. I was also nominated as colleague of the year last year, which I can honestly say was my most honoured moment, in my working life so far.

I have a number of interests and hobbies, I go bouldering, I enjoy walking, wild swimming and love going on camping holidays. I have a great desire to help people and make a difference and believe that that is why I have such a passion for my job. It is never easy and day to day hurdles can be tough, but I enjoy the challenge and I’m excited to see what my time here will bring.

I care about my future, I care about the students and I care about Allerton Grange.

Parent Governor (07/07/15 – 06/07/19)

I am an elected parent Governor linked to special education needs at Allerton Grange. I am currently in my second term, having started as a Governor in the summer of 2011.

I work part-time for Leeds City Council Children’s Services and I am a volunteer parent representative for Bliss, a charity for families of babies born premature or sick. I am married with three children, one who has since left 6th form at Allerton Grange, one in year 11 and one in year 7.

I am not a Governor at any other schools, nor am I on the board of any voluntary organisations.

Associate Governor (01/10/16 - 01/10/20)

I am currently a staff governor at Hovingham Primary School where I have worked as the Head of Family Team for the last two years. Within my role I am the lead designate for child protection and bring extensive knowledge and experience of multi-agency practice acquired from a variety of citywide and cluster based roles in Leeds City Council Children’s Services and educational settings.

Parent Governor and Co Vice Chair (23/1/18 - 22/1/22)

PA to the Headteacher and Clerk to the Governors