Strategic Partners
A Strategic Partner is that critical link between a Head of School and the Academy Improvement Team. They ensure clear accountability, teaching and learning excellence and robust safeguarding procedures are in place. Strategic Partners are accountable daily to the Directors of the Trust, the CEO and ultimately the Board of Trustees.
Our current Strategic Partners are:
Demelza Bolton
Craig Hayes
Karen Middlemore
Bridget Rundle
Core Role
- Support and mentor Heads of School, taking responsibility for line and performance management, as well as identifying training provision to match individual needs.
- Regularly review, monitor and challenge, when appropriate, academy improvement priorities including academy improvement plans, Hub Council performance and pupil outcomes.
- Ensure each academy's vision is being communicated effectively by school leaders.