Having spent 25 years in the teaching profession leading schools in various senior leadership positions such as Deputy Headteacher and Director of Teaching School, Jon has most recently worked for two Multi Academy Trusts in positions as Deputy CEO & Director of School Improvement, followed by his current role as Director of Education. His responsibilities in this time have involved the strategic leadership of teaching and learning, professional development, initial teacher training, behaviour management, quality assurance, school improvement and external school to school support.

Jon has significant experience in contributing to system leadership via his extensive professional network of education professionals around the world. In 2017 Jon graduated with his NPQH (National Professional Qualification for Headteachers) and then in 2021 he completed his NPQEL (National Professional Qualification for Executive Leadership). Jon’s innovative approach to school and organisational leadership challenges the habits that have gone before, looking at ways to improve education through change management.

Jon is also an international education author and keynote speaker, having multiple books published on areas ranging from classroom pedagogy, educational research and school leadership. Two of Jon’s books have recently been translated into Spanish and French Canadian to appeal to a wider global audience. Jon regularly speaks at national and international conferences about all aspects of education and in 2015 Jon delivered a talk on the world famous TED stage, talking about ‘The Future of Learning’. Additionally, Jon has also been recognised by Microsoft as one of their Microsoft Innovative Educator Experts, showcasing how technology can enhance student learning experiences. With his digital skills, Jon can work with teachers, leaders and organisations anywhere in the world and across multiple time zones to provide bespoke support, advice and professional learning.

Outside of education, Jon is married and has two college/university aged children, has played in the FA cup as a semi-professional footballer, coached American Football for Great Britain and was recognised for his work with young people by carrying the Olympic Torch in the build up to the London 2012 Olympic Games.