The members of our leadership team have a wealth of experience within the care, therapy and special education sectors. Together they are responsible for the day-to-day management of the school and for ensuring the provision of the highest standards of care, therapy and education to our pupils. They are overseen and held to account by the Board of Trustees of Novalis Trust. Maureen Smith is the board member who acts as chair of William Morris School.
Senior Management
Jake Lukas
Chief Executive
Caroline Tebay
Deputy Chief Executive
Head of Clinical & Therapy Services
Maureen Smith
William Morris School Trustee
Education
Gareth Parker
Headteacher
Carol Dowson
Deputy Headteacher
Tom Shanks
Assistant Headteacher
Boarding & Therapy
Jason Towells
Head of Boarding Provision
Beth Price-Bish
Deputy Head of Therapy (Family & Systemic Practice)
Admissions & Pupil Support
Rachael Walton
Head of Admissions, Transitions & Family Support
Martha Lukas
Placement Planning Social Worker
Tom Mackie
Head of Positive Support & Standards Coordinator
Leaders have succeeded in establishing a positive school culture.
Ofsted – 2023