Ian Lowe is an experienced CEO, Systems Leader, Executive Coach and head teacher, with a track record of developing people and organisations within complex, multi layered academic organisations and structures, including Primary, Secondary and Special Education. He has developed a reputation for ethical leadership and highly inclusive practice where the needs of children are met by creating multi-disciplinary teams that collectively improve outcomes. Warwickshire Task Group Chair - challenging and supporting schools in category. As an independent consultant he set up Ethical School Solutions. His recent work includes working for Multi Academy Trusts leading strategic operations, school improvement and inclusion as well as supporting Warwickshire in school improvement and coaching in their HT’s ‘Listening Ear’ support. He has extensive experience in public speaking. At events such as the BETT show and National Autism Conference. His passion lies with high quality ethical leadership and practice that support well-being but raise outcomes. He firmly believes in leadership building a sustainable and high performing organisations that continually self-reflect, challenge and improve over time.

Clare has over 30 years’ of experience working for the NHS as a nurse and then as a midwife. Since 2018 Clare has worked for HSIB as a maternity investigator. Clare is married with two children: Abbie who has ASD & Jack. When Clare isn’t working she enjoys holidays, concerts, family time and reading.

Helen has had substantial experience in school and executive leadership, including both headship and advisory positions, and is currently Chief Executive Officer of a Multi Academy Trust. She was an accredited School Improvement Partner and has trained as a coach through the Local Leaders of Education programme, as well as completing the Specialist Schools and Academies Trust Executive Headteacher programme and, more recently, the National Professional Qualification in Executive Leadership. She has led schools through very successful Ofsted inspections and has been recognised by Ofsted as an outstanding school leader.

Helen has served on primary school governing boards and is currently Chair of Governors at a Doncaster primary school and a trustee for a Multi Academy Trust in Barnsley.

Over the years, Helen has enthusiastically maintained her vision for education and has been sustained by the knowledge that ‘every child matters.

Amy has had substantial experience in schools at leadership level, including headship. Amy is currently a Leadership and SEND Freelance Consultant. She works with schools and commercial organisations to enhance personal fulfilment and increase productivity, leading to greater success. Further to this, Amy is a member of the Southwell and Nottingham Diocese Director’s Board of Education. Amy has also served as a Governor for a primary school in Nottingham.

Amy's impressive career in education is marked by her dedication to fostering inclusive environments and promoting educational excellence. Her expertise in Special Educational Needs and Disabilities ensures that she provides invaluable support and guidance to both educators and students, helping to tailor educational strategies that meet diverse learning needs.

Through her various roles, Amy is making a significant impact in the field of education, championing the cause of inclusivity and success for all students.

Sarah is an experienced strategic senior leader of alternative educational provisions for pupils with significant mental health needs and pupils excluded from school. She has over nineteen years’ experience in leading inclusive provisions to develop for pupils who are disaffected and marginalised.

Sarah has worked with children and young people since 2001 and has successfully managed senior leaders, area heads to improve the educational experience of pupils. Furthermore, she has experience of commissioning of services with Care Commissioning Groups, Transforming care for children and young people, multi-disciplinary safeguarding boards and SEN/schools and Alternative Provisions.

Currently, Sarah is studying for her PhD Exploring pupils’ experiences of returning to school after transition from mainstream school

As an educator passionate about fostering intellectual curiosity and academic growth, Ruth has 34 years’ experience, which includes serving as an Executive Headteacher, in both special and mainstream schools. With a dedication to creating inclusive and engaging learning environments, she strives to empower students to reach their full potential.

Ruth is currently a Regional Education Director which involves supporting six schools and ensuring they have attained a minimum Ofsted judgement of Good. This has provided Ruth with the opportunity to contribute to the design of Trust-wide curriculums and collaborate with leaders on school improvement. One of Ruth’s outstanding achievements was to lead a school from Special Measures to Good in less than two years.

This extensive career in education leadership has led Ruth to have a commitment and passion for school improvement. Ruth has a profound understanding of diverse learning environments, as well as a dedication to fostering excellence and continuous improvement.

Whether mentoring students or collaborating with colleagues, Ruth remains committed to making a positive impact in the lives of learners and shaping the future of education.

Andrew has significant leadership experience in the construction sector, working specifically with the scaffolding industry for the past 17 years. He has held leadership roles at levels of management and is now the managing director of a local scaffolding company.

Andrew brings a significant skillset to the Trust board, with expertise in project management, health & safety, communication, quality assurance and a focus on customer interaction and service. As a leader, Andrew prides himself on being a skilled manager of individuals and teams, and ensures that colleagues work together to achieve targets, within time and budget constraints, and to industry standards.

He is committed to continuous improvement and professional development, and understands the need to develop himself and others, ensuring that skills and knowledge development are integral part of his organisation’s strategy.