Governing Body

At the invitation of United Learning, I have just begun my second three year term (September 2021) as Chair of Governors at Shoreham Academy.  During my extensive career as a school governor, I  have gained considerable knowledge regarding roles and responsibilities.  I have undertaken training in all aspects of governor work and taken part in many committees and working groups.  With a commercial background, I am particularly interested in the development of Careers and Enterprise which I believe the school is achieving very well, in working with business and community partners and ambassadors.  I am the Safeguarding Governor and undertake the required monitoring role alongside members of the Senior Leadership Team.

In my work life I am Managing Executive of an international association of manufacturers involved the marine life-saving industry.  My business background and networking experience enables me to seek opportunities to develop links within the local community and promote Shoreham Academy wherever possible.

Samantha specialises in leadership and behavioural development in large global companies, aiming to help leaders play to their strengths, building teams, organisations and personal careers that flourish. Having spent a year as the Director of all things HR, Communications, Governance and Sustainability and launching a new cafe venture at Shoreham Port, Samantha now runs her own consultancy, bringing leaders together across the world to be 'better human beings at work.'

Samantha moved to Sussex - from the not so distant Hampshire - and she has quickly put down roots within the local activity groups taking up sea swimming, kite surfing, and hiking in the Downs. Throughout her career, Samantha has been actively engaged with education and localised engagement activities, during her time at the Port Samantha was responsible for the community outreach programme. This partnership put her in touch with the great work of the Academy and conversations led to her joining the Governing body in 2022.

I am the headteacher of a local primary school and have been working in the education sector for the last 18 years. For the last 6 years, I have been supporting a range of primary schools, in West Sussex and Brighton and Hove with school Leadership Development and taking on interim headship roles.

My oldest child has just started her school journey at Shoreham Academy and have two younger children who will hopefully be joining her in the following years. In addition, my wife and I are registered foster carers are have fostered a number of children over the last 5 years on short and long term placements

When time allows, I love to exercise and take part in a range of sports.

I am excited to take my knowledge of the primary school sector and use this to support, and work with the children, staff and governors of the school to strive to improve the outcomes of the children of Shoreham Academy.

Andrew Swayne is a senior manager in one of our largest local companies, Ricardo plc. He is a chartered engineer and qualified health and safety professional. In Ricardo his responsibilities include enterprise risk management, insurance, the quality, health and safety and environmental management systems, internal audits and corporate responsibility and sustainability. In the community, he chairs the Adur and Worthing Business Partnership and the Shoreham Airport Consultative Committee as well as being a member of the Coast to Capital (LEP) audit committee and the Greater Brighton Economic Board. In his spare time, he is a grandparent, sea scout leader and qualified yacht skipper. In the academy, he specialises in finance, premises, infrastructure, HR, health safety and sustainability.

I am a Staff Governor and sit on the Health & Safety Committee and the Resource Group. I represent all of the staff from the Academy on the Governing body and I enjoy using my skills and knowledge, as an experienced teacher, to support the Academy as it strives to make further progress. I have taught at Kings Manor and Shoreham Academy for the past 14 years. Firstly as the School Sport Coordinator working closely with all of our local Primary Schools and now as Head of PE. Having grown up locally I am committed to supporting young people from across the area. I attended Boundstone Community College & 6th Form and taught for six years at Oakfield Middle School, Lancing.

Kevin is a Councillor for Adur District, where he is Executive Member for Health and Well-being, and West Sussex County Council where he is Chair of the Fire & Rescue Scrutiny committee and Vice Chair of Regulation Audit and Accounts Committee.  He is a Chartered Accountant involved in developing and financing major projects ranging from public transport to nuclear power stations.  Since his retirement he has been heavily involved in his community  with a passion for creating a sustainable community fit for all in the future. This includes ensuring that a high quality education is available for all children so they can realise their potential and ambitions.

Kevin has lived in Shoreham with his wife for over 25 years and has two daughters.

I am the Marine Operations Manager for Shoreham Port. One of the main duties within my role is to support the Harbour Master with regards to maritime safety. I have a keen interest in Health and Safety and have been involved in the subject for many years within my career.

I am a local resident of over twenty years and a former crew member of the Shoreham lifeboat. I have two children who have both attended Shoreham Academy, but have now left and are pursuing their own careers. My eldest child attended Kings Manor and was present when Shoreham Academy was first established, so I have seen the Academy’s journey of continued improvement first-hand. During their time at the Academy, I was always impressed by the positive and friendly nature of its staff, and hope to assist its present team to continually improve the school.

I have worked in the Financial Services sector for over 30 years in various marketing roles. Having been a part of the Senior Leadership Team at my current place of work, I’ve had extensive experience of running a successful organisation.

I play a crucial role in promoting our company's initiatives and values, and as a Group, we are known for our support of charitable causes. Our focus is on charities who promote healthy lifestyles to children and young adults and I have good relationships with a number of people within the charity sector who are doing amazing work within their communities. This is an area I’m really interested in, as it’s always so rewarding to hear the positive stories of the young people who have turned their lives around as a result of a charity’s support and guidance.

From a personal perspective, I have lived in Sussex all of my life and in Southwick for nearly 20 years. I have a son who will be moving into year 10 at Shoreham Academy in September.

My motivation for being a school governor is to play an active part in how the school is run and help maintain the high standards of governance that are already in place.

Simon has worked in education for over 20 years and currently supports staff and students at the University of Sussex, focusing on improving teaching and learning through digital technologies. Previously a primary school teacher and curriculum lead, he also works closely with schools and families in his local church community, helping to run the Sunday School and serving on the PCC.
He is a parent of two daughters at Shoreham Academy and is proud to support the school as a parent governor. He has a particular interest in ensuring education is accessible and meaningful for every child, whatever their background or learning needs, and aims to bring connections from the university sector to benefit the school and its wider community.

Working in and around education throughout my career I have seen first hand the difference and impact that well supported professionals can have on outcomes for children and young people. This isn’t limited to the academic but includes the personal and social development opportunities that allow our children to be challenged and to face that challenge whilst building their confidence and resilience. For the last 9 years I have led on Learning Outside the Classroom for the local authority and have supported schools to review and adapt the way in which they approach education to allow all children and young people to experience broader opportunities to learn.  
 
Both my children have been supported by Shoreham Academy, and I have no doubt in my mind that the support they received from the staff at the Academy has had a substantial influence on them and helped shape who they are and how they interact with the world. I am forever grateful to the team at the Academy and am excited to share my knowledge and experience to support the future development of what is already a remarkable and unique school where the young people are truly at the heart of all that is done.