Meet our Operations & Finance Team—a dedicated group working behind the scenes in Finance, Estates, and more to support our mission to Make Christ Known and Make Lives Better. Committed to supporting our family of schools, this team ensures that our schools have the resources, care, and infrastructure needed to thrive. From managing finances to creating welcoming environments, their work empowers our young people, staff, and communities to flourish every day.
Operations
The Payroll Team ensures that all our staff are paid accurately and on time, providing a reliable and efficient service across the Trust. They manage payroll processes, respond to queries, and work closely with schools to maintain smooth and effective systems. Their focus is on supporting staff by making sure pay and pensions are handled with care and precision.

Michelle Hardman
Head of Payroll

Stephanie Courtney
Payroll Advisor
The Health and Safety Team supports schools to provide safe, secure, and well-maintained environments for pupils, staff, and visitors. They offer expert advice, regular training, and practical guidance to ensure compliance with regulations and the highest standards of safety across the Trust. Their work helps create the conditions where everyone can learn and work with confidence and peace of mind.

Sharon Drew
Health, Safety & Compliance Manager
The Facilities and Estates Team is responsible for ensuring our schools are welcoming, safe, and well-maintained places to learn and work. They manage buildings, grounds, and capital projects, providing expert support to keep our estates compliant, efficient, and future-focused. Their work helps create high-quality learning environments where pupils and staff can thrive.

Natalie Samuel
Interim Head of Facilities and Estates

Mark Stevenson
Interim Estates Lead

Dawn Abbott-Bradshaw
Interim Compliance Officer
The Catering Team provides healthy, nutritious meals that fuel learning and wellbeing across our schools. They work closely with schools to design menus that meet the needs of pupils while promoting balanced choices and a positive dining experience. Their focus is on serving high-quality food that supports every child to flourish.

Hayley Noble
Trust Catering Manager
Finance
The Finance Team manages the Trust’s resources with care, transparency, and efficiency. They provide schools with expert financial planning, budgeting, and monitoring support, ensuring that funding is used effectively to benefit pupils. Their work underpins the Trust’s sustainability and enables investment in high-quality education for every child.

Rebecca Sherry
Head of Finance Business Partnering

Hayley Clarke
Finance Business Partner (Primary)

Richard Flaherty
Finance Business Partner (Primary)

Janet Jackson
Finance Business Partner

Sean Marley
Finance Assistant

Linda Bartlett
Finance Assistant
The Procurement Team ensures the Trust achieves best value in the goods and services it purchases. By managing contracts, negotiating with suppliers, and supporting schools with compliant procurement processes, they help resources go further. Their work ensures that schools can focus funding where it matters most – on delivering excellent education for children.

Majid Khan
Procurement Manager