Sharon Carlyon
Sharon Carlyon, COO
Sharon is a nationally recognised School Business Leader with 15 years’ experience in the education sector with a strong demonstrable track record in all aspects of business operations. She has completed the suite of School Business Leadership qualifications including Level 6 and recently completed Level 7’s in Strategic Leadership and the Certificate in Financial Reporting for Academies. She is a fellow of the Institute of School Business Leaders and a member of their National Advisory Board demonstrating national leadership within the profession. In 2019, she was part of the School Resources Management Advisor pilot for the Department for Education supporting schools on strategic financial planning and financial efficiency. She also works as a business consultant supporting schools across Hertfordshire and the Southeast. Part of this role involves mentoring, coaching and teaching, aspiring and new business leaders. She has also worked with headteachers to broaden their understanding of the Business leader’s role. Sharon currently manages all business aspects of the Trust and will be able to offer sound support and advice on all business matters to schools within the Trust. Sharon was awarded NASBM School Business Manager of the year in 2015 and more recently the ISBL CEO Award for Exceptional Contribution to school leadership.