With over 27 years of experience in the public sector, Selina brings a deep commitment to education and community development. As the CEO of the Trust, she is particularly passionate about creating opportunities for every child to thrive, with a strong focus on those from vulnerable or disadvantaged backgrounds.

Prior to her current role, Selina played a key role in supporting the founding schools, Trustees and the former CEO, through the formation and development of the Multi Academy Trust, ensuring a collaborative and values-driven foundation from the outset.

Selina has been fortunate to have a varied career in education and the public sector, working for a large Local Authority and then as a leadership and management consultant, supporting school leaders and Local Authorities to drive improvement and foster inclusive, high-performing learning environments.  Her work has included cross-sector projects recognised nationally as best practice.  A proud contributor to the educational landscape in the North Solihull area, she has led and supported numerous strategic initiatives, including the establishment of a teaching school and chairing the schools’ collaborative.

Paul is an accomplished Chief Finance Officer with extensive experience in education business management and strategic financial leadership. Formerly the Managing Director of a company specialising in comprehensive support services for schools, Paul brings over 20 years of hands-on experience in school business management. This includes serving as the Business Manager of a secondary school and managing the finances of a large local authority music service.

Paul possesses deep expertise in all aspects of schools' financial operations, including budget setting and monitoring, procurement, payroll, financial forecasting, and cash flow reporting, with regular reporting to Trustees and Governing Bodies. In addition to financial leadership, Paul has developed strong project management and coaching skills through years of supporting schools and mentoring educational professionals. A respected figure in school governance, Paul has also delivered governance training to numerous governing boards, further demonstrating a commitment to effective leadership and accountability in education.

Amy is the Trust’s Strategic School Improvement Lead, with extensive experience across both primary and secondary education. A recognised Evidence Leader of Education and experienced Research Lead, she has worked closely with the Education Endowment Foundation (EEF) and Research Schools to embed evidence-informed practice across classrooms.

Amy is passionate about professional development and coaching, leading the Trust’s CPD programme and the strategic school improvement cycle with a clear focus on raising standards and improving outcomes. She plays a key role in driving improvements in teaching and learning, supporting schools to implement high-impact strategies aligned with current research. In addition, she facilitates NPQ programmes and bespoke leadership development opportunities, helping to build a strong pipeline of effective and reflective school leaders.

Sarah is the Trust Executive Head Teacher, providing strategic leadership across all schools within the Trust while also retaining overall accountability for Castle Bromwich Junior School. With a proven track record of school improvement and leadership development, she plays a key role in supporting peer Head Teachers, offering guidance and collaboration to drive high standards across the Trust.

Sarah leads the Trust’s attendance strategy, staff well-being, and the development of initiatives that promote a positive and supportive working environment. Passionate about nurturing future leaders, she also mentors new and aspiring senior school leaders, helping to build capacity and sustainability within the Trust’s leadership teams.

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Sue is an experienced Trust Business Manager with a strong background in educational operations and leadership. With extensive experience in school business management, she currently oversees the day-to-day business functions within the Trust, including finance, human resources, estates, and compliance. Previously, Sue served as the School Business Manager at Castle Bromwich Infant and Nursery School, where she led key initiatives to improve financial planning and operational efficiency. Additionally, she has extensive experience in managing extended services in North Solihull, fostering community partnerships, and delivering support services that enhance pupil and family well-being.

Hollie is an experienced education professional with a strong background in programme development, strategic leadership, and personal development in schools. Since 2015, she has worked across North Solihull in a range of leadership roles, focused on improving the experiences of young people through high-quality provision.

With a background in PE, school sport, and physical activity, Hollie has led initiatives that raised participation and strengthened curriculum delivery, gaining national recognition for the Girl Power programme. She has supported schools in developing staff capability and recently completed the Level 5 Operations/Departmental Manager qualification to enhance her leadership practice.

In her current role as Trust Engagement Lead, Hollie leads Flourishing Futures, a trust-wide personal development programme. This provides pupils with access to enrichment, career-themed learning, and opportunities to develop life skills, with achievements celebrated through a graduation pathway. She works closely with school leaders to design, implement, and evaluate programmes that contribute to strategic priorities and pupil outcomes.

Irene is an experienced IT professional who currently manages the IT services for all five schools within the Trust, ensuring the seamless operation of technology across a diverse educational environment. In this role, she oversees the implementation, maintenance, and security of IT infrastructure, supports teaching and learning through effective technology integration, and ensures compliance with safeguarding requirements and DfE digital standards. Managing IT services in an education setting requires a balance of technical expertise and an understanding of the unique needs of staff, students, and curriculum delivery.

Before this position, Irene successfully managed the IT network for Unity Trust in Solihull, where she developed and maintained robust systems that supported both administrative efficiency and classroom innovation. She also led the creation of an IT network for a new build school in Coventry. 

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