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
Education

Gareth Parker
Headteacher

Carol Hill
Deputy Headteacher

Tom Shanks
Assistant Headteacher & Head of Boarding
Therapy

Beth Price-Bish
Family & Systemic Practice Manager

Mike Bebbington
Deputy Head of Clinical & Therapy Services
Admissions

Rachael Walton
Admissions Manager
Pupil Support

Martha Lukas
Placement Planning Social Worker
Pupil Support

John Smith
Positive Support & Behaviour Analyst
Leaders have succeeded in establishing a positive school culture.
Ofsted – 2023