Career Stories

At L.E.A.D. Academy Trust, we know that it’s our people that make our schools so successful. Hear from staff members across the Trust, from headteachers to support staff, to learn more about what a career at L.E.A.D. can offer.

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“Everyone is valued, everyone is supported, and if you hold the same values that L.E.A.D. has, then really consider coming to work with us.”

Becky Hyder, Safeguarding Compliance Lead, L.E.A.D. Academy Trust

“It’s been amazing working with L.E.A.D. Academy Trust. All staff are striving to achieve the same things so we work really well as a team and we all have a good understanding of each other.”

Olivia Barnett, Teaching Assistant, Rainbow Forge Academy

Gemma Stringer Charnock Hall Primary

Gemma Stringer

Teacher

The dynamic learning environment at Charnock Hall Primary Academy allows us to be flexible, active, and responsive to the needs of our pupils. I feel incredibly proud to be part of a school where both pupils and teachers grow together.” 

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Sarah Trivigno St Ann’s Academy

Sarah Trivigno

Teacher and SENDCo

“What I enjoy most about teaching is the sense of community and teamwork. I feel incredibly proud and fortunate to be part of a staff that is genuinely passionate about working with children and committed to helping them achieve their full potential.”

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Kate Wilson Bishop Alexander

Kate Wilson

Teacher

“Every day is different and there are daily challenges, but it is so rewarding creating a safe and caring environment where we can all learn together, promoting equality, diversity and inclusion, inspiring aspirational young minds.” 

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James Bailey Uplands Academy

Jamie Bailey

Teacher

“My inspiration to pursue a career in teaching stems from the positive experiences I had with teachers throughout my own education. I hope to reflect and pass on some of the values and inspiration that my teachers instilled in me.”

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Emily Powell Hogarth Academy

Emily Powell

Teacher and Assistant SENCo

“I hope to empower pupils to believe in themselves and to celebrate their strengths and interests. I want to foster a genuine love for learning that stays with them as they grow.”

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Paige-MacKinder

Paige MacKinder

Class Teacher

The past five years working at Bishop Alexander have been incredible for my career development. The school and the Trust have been incredibly supportive with my CPD.

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UmranaMalik

Umrana Malik

Deputy Head Teacher

Umrana Malik joined in 2005 and progressed from Class Teacher to Deputy Head Teacher at Forest Lodge Academy.

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AmandaGriffiths

Amanda Griffiths

Director

With over 20 years of experience in education, Amanda Griffiths is the Director of L.E.A.D. Teaching School Hub.

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RebeccaRiley

Rebecca Riley

Head of School

With over 20 years’ teaching experience working in an urban setting, Rebecca Riley is currently a Head of School at Huntingdon Academy.

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PhilCreed

Phil Creed

Site Management

Phil Creed, Site Manager at Forest Lodge Academy has share his experience of working within L.E.A.D. Academy Trust.

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SarahJackson

Sarah Jackson

Class Teacher

Learn more about Sarah Jackson, a year 6 teacher at Forest Lodge Academy, an inner city primary school based in Leicester.

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