As the Chair of the Board of Trustees for CMAT, I contribute to the strategic direction and growth of our Trust. I am committed to working closely with the school’s leadership team, staff, and wider community to ensure that our pupils receive the highest quality of education and support.

My professional background lies within the field of IT, where I have gained extensive experience over the years. I have had the privilege of running my own successful data analytics company and currently hold the position of European CIO for a multinational organisation, overseeing the strategic delivery of technology across the UK and Europe. This wealth of experience in the corporate world has equipped me with valuable skills and insights that I am eager to apply to my role. In addition to my professional endeavours, I have also had the pleasure of being a local school governor in the past, which has provided me with a deeper understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities that schools face. As a family man, I am particularly invested in delivering the best opportunities for the Codsall community. 

My own children have been taught within the Trust. In my role as Chair of the Board, I am responsible for leading the strategic direction of the Trust, overseeing the Board of Trustees, and holding the Trust’s leadership team to account. I am committed to give back to the community and am privileged to play my part in shaping the future of education for the young people of Codsall. I am excited to collaborate with the dedicated staff, enthusiastic pupils, and engaged parents within CMAT to ensure that our schools continue to thrive and provide an exceptional educational experience for all.

Andy has a career spanning over two decades at HMRC, where he gained expertise in tax compliance, people management, and HR. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated exceptional leadership skills, overseeing large teams, implementing strategic initiatives, and driving performance improvements in complex operational settings. His ability to analyse data, manage resources effectively, and ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks positions him as a valuable asset to Codsall Multi Academy Trust.

Andy has experience of teaching English as a Second Language (ESOL) in Italy. This international teaching experience gave him a deeper appreciation of educational challenges and the importance of fostering inclusive learning environments, enriching his perspective on education governance.

Andy also brings a unique creative dimension to his profile, having toured globally as a professional musician with the band Ned’s Atomic Dustbin. This background reflects his adaptability, collaborative spirit, and commitment to diverse pursuits.

With extensive experience in leadership, strategic planning, and problem-solving, Andy aims to help Codsall Multi Academy Trust achieve its goals by fostering accountability, driving performance, and supporting the development of well-rounded, future-ready students.

I have worked in education my whole career in Walsall, Sandwell, Birmingham & South Staffordshire. My experience has taken me to New York teaching Sport (Gymnastics and Trampoline) and Drama; lecturing in Business Studies, Economics and Accounting at the University of Hong Kong; to Zimbabwe where I  worked with local communities to set up, build and run their own schools; and to the West Indies where I have run a number of in service training days for teachers in local schools and helped establish Lynn Jeffers International School. 

 

 I worked with Birmingham City Council for over 24 years as an Assistant Headteacher at of one of the City’s secondary schools and latterly for the City’s Education & Infrastructure Team.  I retired in 2023 from my role as Operations Director for a Multi-Academy Trust.

 

I have been a Governor of a Birmingham Primary School since 2018.  I currently chair their Finance & Resources Committee.   I am passionate about Safeguarding children and young people and take this lead within Codsall Multi Academy Trust for the Board of Trustees.

Fay is a Chartered Surveyor and property professional with significant and diverse experience of leading and specialising in all aspects of the management of the education estate spanning over 25 years. 

Fay has led Professional teams specialising in estate management and facilities management for the education sector for both a Local Authority and a large National Multi Academy Trust responsible for a wide variety of educational sectors including Nurseries, Primary, Secondary and Specialist schools along with Boarding Schools and Colleges. 

Fay’s skills as a Chartered Surveyor complete her work which also includes health and safety and sustainability. Fay has also led School Organisation and Place Planning for a Local Authority for several years. 

Fays passion for managing the school estate began in 1994 when Fay grew a Team of property professionals to lead on Good Estate Management for Schools (GEMS) in conjunction with the DfE and on behalf of a Local Authority including responsibility for over 82 schools prior to the onset of academies. Fay continues to be a member of DfE working group for GEMS and has been a Director of CMAT Board since inception in 2016 and a school governor since 2010. 

Fay remains committed to improving the education estate for CMAT ensuring that our schools remain places of safety, fit for learning and continue to be the best they can be for our local communities.