Governance
We recognise that all of our school community make a positive contribution to our school and we value and welcome that support. School Governors are volunteers who attend meetings and work to further the school’s development. They attend full governing body meetings each term, together with being a member of particular specialist committees. Together with the Headteacher, they set the direction for the school and review the quality of education for all children and all abilities.
Governing bodies make decisions collectively on matters such as finance, performance targets, school policies and the school's improvement strategy. They respond to Ofsted recommendations, provide the Headteacher with support and advice and decide school level policy for the management of the school.
We are very grateful for the support and advice they provide.
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School Governors
Lee Mitchell
Chair of Governors
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Sam Wareing
Vice Chair of Governors
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Andy Carney
Staff Governor
I am a teacher at Bradshaw Primary School and currently serve as the school’s staff governor, having been a member of the governing body since 2024. I grew up locally and have been teaching since 2016. I joined Bradshaw in 2019 and have since become an established member of the school community.
I am currently the Year 4 class teacher and have taught across a range of year groups during my time at the school. I lead science and computing and I am also part of the PE team, as well as being actively involved in extra-curricular events and activities. My professional interests include sport and history, and I am is passionate about providing engaging, well-rounded learning experiences for all pupils.
As a staff governor, I am motivated by the opportunity to help shape the school’s vision, priorities, and long-term direction. I believe it is important that the perspectives and experiences of staff are represented at a strategic level, ensuring that decisions made by the governing body support both pupils and colleagues. With a strong understanding of the school community and a genuine commitment to its future, I value working collaboratively with governors, parents, and the wider community to support Bradshaw’s continued development.
Laura Caldwell
Staff Governor
I have been a member of staff and a member of the governing body since 2018. Having grown up locally, Bradshaw and the surrounding area have always been important to me, especially since welcoming my daughter in August 2025.
I have worked in education since 2012, spending six years at a local infant school before joining Bradshaw, where I have worked for the remainder of my career.
At Bradshaw, I undertake a variety of roles, including teaching, delivering small-group and individual learning programmes, and working as an ELSA (Emotional Literacy Support Assistant). This role has equipped me with the skills to provide strong pastoral support across the school.
Wellbeing and mental health have always been a key interest and passion of mine. I strongly believe that when children are well supported emotionally, they are able to thrive in all other areas of school life. My aim is to help maintain a nurturing environment in which all children feel safe, happy, and eager to learn.
John Marciniak
Co-opted Governor
Having worked as a Deputy Headteacher, Headteacher and Executive Headteacher across Warrington and Halton for the past eight years, I have begun a new Headship at a school in Wythenshawe, Manchester. A town from which I am proud to come. I have two daughters and I live in Hatton, Warrington; I previously lived on Broad Lane in Grappenhall.
I have been working in Education for the past 12 years and, prior to that, worked in the finance sector supporting companies at Manchester Airport. I am now passionate about supporting all pupils to aspire to give more back into the world and believe schools play a pivotal role in promoting equity and social justice to all parts of our communities. My primary area of passion for primary education is Writing and the development of oracy opportunities for pupils. I support schools who prioritise all areas of the curriculum whilst fundamentally developing the core skills that children need to positively contribute to the wider community.
Damian Kingsbury
Parent Governor
I have worked in the sport and education sectors for almost 30 years, creating meaningful, inclusive, and enjoyable learning experiences for a wide range of coaches, participants, practitioners and athletes across Higher Education and a wide range of different sports.
I currently work as Learning Development Manager for the England and Wales Cricket Board, where I design and deliver coach education and learning programmes that help people develop both technical and interpersonal knowledge and skills. I am passionate about helping others reach their potential and about creating learning environments where everyone feels a genuine sense of belonging.
As a parent of two children at Bradshaw, I have seen first-hand the care and commitment that make the school such a special place. Becoming a governor felt like a natural way to give something back to this community and to contribute to the school’s ongoing development. I am particularly interested in areas such as inclusion, wellbeing, supporting both staff and pupils to thrive and, of course, Physical Education.
Through my professional experience in education, facilitation, and leadership, I hope to offer a perspective that supports the school’s vision - helping every child to feel valued, confident, and equipped to succeed both inside and outside the classroom.
Could you be a school governor at Bradshaw Primary School?
- Do you want all our children to get the best from school?
- Do you have the time and commitment to get to know a school, go to meetings and read papers?
- Do you want to put something back into your local community?
- Are you interested in people?
- Are you prepared to work as part of a team?
- Are you comfortable asking challenging questions?
- Are you open to new ideas and ready to learn?
Making a difference
Governors are people like you. You don't need specific qualifications, just the desire to make a difference, approximately 2-6 hours spare time a month including some time to visit the school occasionally during the school day. All governors must be 18 or over.
New governors are often surprised at how their experiences can be used to help solve problems at their school. You don't have to be a specialist; just think about the skills you use in everyday life. Being a school governor is a big responsibility, but can be one of the most rewarding ways of contributing to your local community. As a school governor, you have real opportunities to:
- Raise educational standards in your local school
- Help children achieve their full potential
- Identify and develop the school's management team
- Identify where the school can improve and help make it happen
- Improve the school's financial efficiency and effectiveness
- Engage parents, pupils and the local community to benefit the school
- Develop an environment which promotes learning
- Work as part of a team, towards a common goal
- Acquire new skills, new friends and a real sense of achievement
- Share in and celebrate the success of children, staff, teachers and the school as a whole
How much time will it take?
Being a governor means making yourself available for some evenings each term and occasionally during the day.
Governing bodies meet once or twice a term usually in the evening and on average meetings last about 2- 2 ½ hours. Most governors are expected to become a member of a committee responsible for a specific aspect such as Finance, Personnel, Pupil Progress and School Improvement or Premises and Health and Safety.
You will also need some time to read papers, prepare for meetings and to attend training. The amount of time varies widely, depending on how involved you become and what needs doing, but schools do need governors who are fully committed.
You have a legal right to ask your employer for “reasonable” unpaid leave or flexible working, and some employers offer limited paid leave for this as it constitutes a public duty. What is considered reasonable will vary according to the nature of your job and your employer.
Are governors paid?
All governors are volunteers and there is no payment for carrying out the role. The school has a policy in place that can cover some expenses to reimburse governors for necessary expenses such as care for children or dependent relatives or travel.
Restrictions
Almost anyone over 18 can serve as a governor but there are some understandable restrictions. No one can serve if they:
- Are barred from working with children or vulnerable adults
- Are subject of a bankruptcy restriction order or similar
- Have certain criminal convictions, depending on the nature of the offence and sentence and how long ago it was
How can I become a governor?
You can become a school governor by:
- Being appointed by the other governors as a co-opted governor.
- Being elected by parents as a parent governor, if your child attends the school.
- Being elected by the staff, if you are a member of the teaching or non-teaching staff.
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The Omega Multi- Academy Trust Master Funding Agreement provides the framework within which the Trust operates.
Each school within the Trust has a separate Supplemental Funding Agreement.
Click here to view the Trust Master Funding Agreement
Click here to view our Supplemental Funding Agreement
Associated Documentation
Click here to view the Trust Articles of Association
Click here to view the Local Governing Body Code of Conduct
Click here to view the Local Governing Body Terms of Reference
Click here to view the Trust Scheme of Delegation
Click here to view the Trusts' Audited Financial Statement
