Trustees
TIMAT Trustee Meeting Attendance 2022/23
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Carol Wood
Carol is a retired Assistant Headteacher of Mill Ford Special School and Chair of The Inspire Multi Academy Trust. She has a wealth of experience in school leadership and great teaching and learning. Carol has been the Chair of Governors at Ernesettle Community School for the last ten years and was named the city’s ‘Chair of the Year in 2013’. Carol was appointed on the 1st January 2016 and can be contacted via the school address or the Contact Us page.
Paul Chapman
Paul, owner and Director of Whitesails Associates, is an experienced Management Accountant and is an Associate Member of CIMA. Paul is also a Fellow of the Institute of Leadership and Management and has a been a governor for the last ten years. Paul was appointed on the 1st January 2016.
Aaron Meredith
Aaron, Executive Headteacher of Ernesettle Community School and CEO of The Inspire Multi Academy Trust (South West), was appointed when Ernesettle Community School was deemed to be requiring special measures in May 2010. Within 18 months, the school was graded as ‘Good with Outstanding features’ by Ofsted. In April 2013, Aaron was seconded to part time for two years to open Devon’s first primary free school, Marine Academy Primary; the academy became the south west’s first ‘Outstanding’ free school in June 2015. In February 2018, Aaron was designated as a National Leader in Education (NLE). Aaron was appointed as a Trustee on the 1st January 2016.
Claire Jones
Having worked in Early Education for over twenty years and the former Deputy Headteacher at Marine Academy Primary, the South West’s first ‘Outstanding’ free school, Claire is the Headteacher of Laira Green Primary School. Claire has an exceptional passion, motivation and commitment, particularly in the Early Years for improving practice, raising aspirations and the life chances of children. In 2017, she was accredited as a Specialist Leader in Education (SLE) for Early Years and Phonics, having supported schools across Plymouth and Devon. In 2017, Claire successfully completed the National Professional Qualification for Senior Leadership (NPQSL). Claire was appointed on the 17th January 2019.
Sophia Pettit
Sophia, is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives specialising in Wills and Trusts. Sophia’s knowledge in this area of law and her experience in administering and managing Trusts will aid the board in their role. Sophia is also a parent at Ernesettle Community School, wishing to provide a good role model for her daughters, take an active interest in their school and help keep Ernesettle Community School the great success that it is. Sophia was appointed on the 26th January 2018.
Sandi Wood
Sandi, a parent governor, represents and is a valued member of the local community. Sandi brings media and ICT expertise to the trust and has been heavily involved in community and in-school events, she has been a governor at Ernesettle Community School since 2015. Sandi was appointed on the 1st January 2016.
Darren Butcher
Darren, a highly experienced insurance specialist and landlord, is skilled in negotiation, business planning/development and land issues. A former pupil at Estover Community College and local resident in the Tor Bridge Primary area, Darren is an excellent addition to the board providing local context and a wealth of insurance and land expertise. Darren was appointed on the 28th March 2019.
Laura Stacey
Laura was a Health, Safety and Wellbeing Professional for 22 years prior to retirement from her role with Plymouth City Council in December. She specialised in advising Children’s Services and Education throughout her 15 years with the Council as well as Display Screen Equipment and HSW Training. Until she retired, Laura was a Chartered Member of IOSH, the leading professional Health and Safety body. Laura has been a local Plymouth resident for most of her life and is committed to using her skills and experience to support the Inspire MAT and the schools involved. She is also a grandparent to an Ernesettle Community School pupil. Laura was appointed on the 15th July 2020.
Angela Treseder
Angela is the Clerk to governors for the Inspire Multi Academy Trust and is the Administrator at Tor Bridge Primary School. Angela joined the Trust in September 2019 and although new to working in Education, she has over 25 years experience in Administration. Angela is enjoying the new opportunities experienced so far and is looking forward to providing commitment to the Trust’s continued development and growth.