Meet our Core Team

Vicky Linsley,

CEO 

 

With over 25 years’ experience of inner city education, Vicky brings an ability to assess a school swiftly and to work collegiately with leaders and governors.

She has a wealth of experience, both as a leader and as a consultant, bringing change to schools in some of the most challenging circumstances. Vicky is currently Executive Headteacher at Islington's St Mary Magdalene Academy, and has also worked as a seconded HMI, leading inspections.

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Ian Ship,

Chief Finance Officer

Ian has many years of experience in both public and private sectors, and is currently Director of Finance and Corporate Services at St Mary Magdalene Academy. Ian brings an eagle eye and a strategic approach to the Trust's financial management.

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Kim

Turner-Wood

 

 With more than 14 years’ experience in education administration, Kim personifies grace under pressure. She has a wealth of knowledge and practical experience to share, and is equally adept at organising school events, devising and establishing admin systems, and at keeping a steady hand on the important back-office teams. Kim thrives on tackling challenges and finding efficient solutions to everyday issues.  

Human Resources

 Camilla is our Human Resources expert, and brings over 7 years’ HR experience from across the commercial and public sectors. In addition to her Level 5 qualification from the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development, Camilla has a great understanding of best HR practice and a detailed knowledge of employment law.   
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Anna Butler

 

Anna has over 25 years’ senior level experience in Marketing & Communications across major public sector and commercial organisations. With 10 years of experience in schools, her expertise includes full school rebranding projects, digital communications and web development, public consultation strategies, market research, PR, introduction of uniform, internal / external signage and design.