Category: Foundation Governor
Date Appointed: 2018
Appointed By: LA
Term of Office: 4 Years

I have been part of the community of Sacred Heart Catholic College since 1990 when I was appointed to teach Science. During my 24 years on the staff I progressed to Head of Year, PSHE coordinator, SenCo and finally Assistant Headteacher with responsibility for Inclusion. I also had the privilege to work closely with the PTA. I joined the Board of Governors in 2001 as staff Governor and once retired in 2014, became a co- opted governor, then Foundation Governor and now Local Authority appointed Governor. After a 30-year association with the school it is fair to say I know every nook and cranny of both buildings and have a thorough understanding of Sacred Heart’s values and traditions. I consider it a great privilege to be on the Governing Body and to serve all those who are part of our school.

Category: Parent Governor
Date Appointed: 2019
Appointed By: Parent Election
Term of Office: 4 Years

I joined the Board of Governors as a Foundation Governor. I am the link Governor for Safeguarding and Behaviour. My professional background is in Health Care and I am currently a Community Matron within the local area. I am passionate about the future of the school and my aim is to continue to support it to improve the standards of education for present and future pupils.  I am proud to be able to say that both myself and my children attended the school and have a good understanding of the local area and feeder schools who apply to Sacred Heart. My main priority is making sure our children have a safe and secure environment in which to learn and to ensure they are given every opportunity to thrive and reach their full potential.

Category: Foundation Governor
Date Appointed: 2019
Appointed By: Archdiocese
Term of Office: 4 Years

I am a retired Marine Surveyor and Inspector of Ships and Senior Examiner of Masters and Mates. I had 22 years’ service with the Department of Transport – Marine Survey Organisation which later joined up with HM Coastguards to become the Maritime and Coastguard Agency. I was responsible for the survey of UK registered vessels and inspection of Foreign Flag vessels visiting UK ports to check on seaworthiness, standards of safety and safe operation. I conducted oral examinations for candidates studying for their Certificate of Competency to serve as Masters and Officers on board Merchant vessels. I undertook inspection of Maritime Training Institutions to ensure that all training courses met the Merchant Navy Training Board guidelines in compliance with the requirements of the International Maritime Organisation’s – Standard of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping Convention. I have lived in Crosby for 45 years, and I am a local Cub Scout Leader and a Trustee of the Liverpool Seafarers Centre. I sit on the Premises, Health and Safety Committee, Finance Committee, Appeal and Disciplinary Committee.

Category: Foundation Governor
Date Appointed: 2017
Appointed By: Archdiocese
Term of Office: 4 Years

I am parish priest of Saint Oscar Romero Parish, serving the former parish communities of Saint Thomas of Canterbury and Saint Edmund of Canterbury in Waterloo and Our Lady Star of the Sea in Seaforth. I am a Foundation Governor of Sacred Heart as well as the two Catholic Primary Schools in Saint Oscar Romero Parish.  As someone who counts as a blessing the Catholic Schools and College, I attended myself, I am passionate about Catholic Education and its mission to develop the unique gift from God that every child is.  Enabling them to fulfil their potential, be who God has created them to be and empowered to live life to the full.

Category: Staff Governor
Date Appointed: 2018
Appointed By: Staff Election
Term of Office: 4 Years

I have been a teacher at the College for 18 years, joining as an NQT. In my time I have held various positions of responsibility, including Head of Year and Head of Science. I am currently an Assistant Headteacher, overseeing teaching and learning .I feel given the various positions I have held in the college I am well placed to understand what areas we need to improve and how, in practical ways we can move forwards and continue to grow and improve further. We want young people and their parents to feel this College is a place in which all pupils can achieve their potential with high academic and vocational achievements and continuous high quality pastoral support; ensuring the character of each young person is fully developed in line with our College values that are rooted in our faith.

Category: Foundation Governor
Date Appointed: 2020
Appointed By: Archdiocese
Term of Office: 4 Years

I recently joined the Board of Governors in September 2020 as a Foundation Governor. I have a professional background in Human Resource Management and have spent most of my working life working for the National Health Service. Currently, I am the Regional Manager for Child Health Information Services for Merseyside and Cheshire. I am pleased to say that both my children have been educated at Sacred Heart Catholic College. My eldest daughter, Emily having been Head Girl during the 2018/19 academic year. My youngest daughter Caitlin, is currently in 6th Form studying Politics, French and English Literature. Previously, my father served as a Foundation Governor until 2014, and his father was the first head teacher of lower site when it was formerly St Bede’s. I currently sit on the Finance and Staffing Committee and am the Link Governor for Staff Welfare and Upper Site. I look forward to meeting and working with you all in due course.

Category: Foundation Governor
Date Appointed: 2020
Appointed By: Archdiocese
Term of Office: 4 Years

I was recently appointed as a Foundation Governor in September 2020. I have been a Catechist at St. Helen’s Parish for the past five years, preparing Year 4 children to receive the Sacraments. I am semi-retired and was formerly ran my own company in the glass industry specialising in stained glass and leaded light windows. I am looking forward to being able to help and provide advice on the premises committee, having had many years’ experience in the building trade. My Grandson and his friends currently attend the school and I want to support the college in its aim to be at the heart of Crosby.

Category: Parent Governor
Date Appointed: 2019
Appointed By: Parent Election
Term of Office: 4 Years

First and foremost, I’m a mum of two boys who both currently attend Sacred Heart. Originally from Scotland, I moved to Liverpool to gain my degree and loved it so much that I never left! Professionally, I have worked in primary education in Liverpool for the past 22 years. I work for a small Multi Academy Trust, where I have a dual role of both Deputy Headteacher and Academy Director for Teaching, Learning and Standards across the Trust. One of my main responsibilities in this role is to audit provision, plan improvements and work alongside others to ensure the implementation of these improvements, providing both support and challenge as appropriate. I have also carried out such work as part of a team on both a formal and informal basis in a number of other primary schools. As our Trust has a behaviour unit which specialises in behaviour modification, I also have a particular interest in this area. I firmly believe that if you approach all aspects of school life with a “Children First” attitude, you’ll never go far wrong

Category: Parent Governor
Date Appointed: 2019
Appointed By: Parent Election
Term of Office: 4 Years

I am a teacher and SENDCo at a primary school in Maghull. Previously I worked in a bank for 18 years completing a variety of roles. I have a particular interest in SEND and I also lead English within my school and am happy to link with both of these areas. I am interested in supporting links with the community. I attended Sacred Heart as a pupil and this is also where I met my husband. Our two boys also attended the school and Charlie was delighted to be head boy in 2018. My youngest son Sam is currently in y13. Both boys have enjoyed their time at the school and have achieved well both spiritually and academically. I chose to put myself forward to be a parent governor because I have a passion for the school and feel that I have relevant skills to offer.

Category: Foundation Governor
Date Appointed: 2020
Appointed By: Archdiocese
Term of Office: 4 Years

I am currently Headteacher of Great Crosby Catholic Primary School and joined the Governing Board of Sacred Heart Catholic College in September 2020. As an accredited National Leader of Education, I have worked for over seven years supporting schools facing challenge across several local authorities with the aim of bringing about improvement in outcomes for all pupils, whilst also supporting leadership at every level. I am particularly interested in the transition from primary to secondary school, behaviour, leadership and the quality of teaching and learning.