Our Academy Council
From 1st April 2023, our school became part of the Durham and Newcastle Diocesan Learning Trust, which is a multi-academy trust (MAT). The Board of Directors of the Trust has identified that each school in the Trust will have a dedicated committee to oversee the governance arrangements of the school on their behalf. This committee is called the Academy Council and its members – Academy Councillors - work closely with the Head Teacher and the school’s leaders in order to achieve the best possible outcomes for all pupils.
You can read more about our Academy Council, previously called Governing Body, below:
Chair of Academy Council - David Craig
"I joined the governors of Ward Jackson school in 2018, having had previous education experience in Further Education and Sixth Form. A Chartered Accountant with a career spent in Commercial and NHS finance systems and controls, I have lived in Hartlepool since 1980 and am Treasurer of Stranton Church."
David is contactable via the school office.
Safeguarding Link Councillor - Reverend John Bell
"I am privileged to be one of the Academy Councillors for Ward Jackson. Born just outside of Durham, I left the area when I went to University and then spent 20 years working as an Engineer in the Aerospace Industry, in the south of England. After training to become a priest, I moved back to the North East in 2022 when I was appointed Priest in Charge of All Saints, Stranton."
Parent Academy Councillor - Alan Wright
"Recently appointed as a Parent Governor, I have a son in year one at Ward Jackson. I have over 30 years experience in the IT industry, working in both private and public sectors. I have lived in Hartlepool since 1989 and endeavour to support both our school and local community."
Foundation Councillor - Joan Nixon
"I have been a governor since 2019.I have lived in Hartlepool since 1971.I taught in secondary schools for 42 years and was Head of Careers, Sixth Form and Psychology. I hope to use my knowledge and experience to help reduce stress and work load for teachers and pupils."
Foundation Councillor - Maureen Anderson
Academy Council Signed Scheme of Delegation
The company information and details of members and directors of the MAT are available at www.durhamdmat.co.uk
For the company documents, including the funding agreements, click here.
For the policies (including whistleblowing, complaints, finance, etc) click here.
For attendance, terms of office and declarations of interest, click on the links.
