Committee Membership:

• Chair of Governing Board
• Resources 
• Staffing and Pupil/Pay and Review
• Headteacher Appraisal
• Lead Governor - Safeguarding
• Local Leader of Governance in West Sussex

Term of office started: 01/09/21

Term of office ends: 31/08/25

I have had the privilege of being a Governor at Broadwater School since September 1998. Having taught in the age ranges of Early Years and Primary through to Further and Higher Education, has given me a sound knowledge of educational issues and has supported my role as Chair of the Governing Board.

I am married to Steve and we have two sons who both attended Broadwater School. I am a member of St Mary’s Church where I help with the Parish bereavement group.

My interests include music, swimming, the theatre and walking our dogs by the sea and in the countryside.

Committee Membership:

• Comms
• Staffing and Pupil Pay and Review 
• Headteacher Appraisal Governor

Term of office started: 06/10/16

Broadwater school is extremely important to me and my family personally, as we have benefitted from the outstanding teaching and support of the school over the last 7 years.  The school we believe is going from strength to strength and is an excellent choice for primary education and an environment that enables all children to thrive.

As Rector of Broadwater Parish I am delighted that we continue to have strong links between the local church and school.   There are many opportunities for the church to be involved:, including regular acts of worship, assemblies and church visits for pupils.  Our children’s pastor Carl Coupar is a regular at the school and known to many pupils and parents.  We hope to continue to develop our support and encouragement for Broadwater School.

As governor I serve on the Communications Committee and the Curriculum Committee and have training in Headteacher Performance Management.  I am also a governor at St Andrews School Worthing.

Committee Membership:

• Annual Conversation
• Chair of Resources
• Staffing and Pupil/Pay and Review

Term of office started: 26/09/21

Term of office ends: 25/09/25

I have served as a Foundation Governor since 2013 and have two children at the school. I am also a member of the St Mary's congregation.

I work as a Payments Consultant at American Express and in my free time I enjoy playing squash and golf.

Committee Membership:

• Chair of Curriculum
• Vice-Chair of Resources
• Lead Governor - Disadvantaged 
• Headteacher Appraisal
• Annual Conversation Governor

Term of office started: 20/11/17

Term of office ends: 19/11/25

I have been a Governor since 2017. Before retiring I taught primary age children for 37 years, latterly as Deputy Headteacher of a Church of England School in West Sussex. I worship at St. Mary’s in Broadwater, where I am part of the team supporting our treasurer. I am a member of the Deanery and Diocesan synods and my interests include competitive croquet and landscape photography.

Committee Membership: 

• Vice Chair of Curriculum  
• Staffing and Pupil/Pay and Review 
• Lead Governor - SEND
• Link Governor - Pupil Premium
• Link Governor - Healthy Eating 

Term of office started: 09/12/21

Term of office ends: 09/12/25

I am a member of St Mary’s Parish church in Broadwater. I am married to Andy and our three adult children all attended Broadwater School. 

I taught in mainstream schools for 20 years and was the Special Educational Needs Coordinator in two local primary schools before moving to my current role as Portage Coordinator for the West Sussex Portage Service, a home visiting education service for preschool children with significant additional needs and disabilities.

I am looking forward to serving the school, its staff, children and parents and am wholly committed to its values and vision.

Committee Membership:

• Comms

Term of office started: 06/09/24

Term of office ends: 05/09/28

I have two children who are currently at Broadwater C of E School and in my professional capacity, I am an Assistant Headteacher at a local secondary school. There, I specialise in behaviour/culture for learning, pastoral care and Teaching and Learning. I have previously held positions as a Head of Sport and PE and have led on school improvement across various areas in secondary education. My own interests include being active, playing sport and enjoying the outdoors.  I look forward to working with staff, students and parent/carers to support the vision and values of Broadwater C of E School

Committee Membership:

• Resources 

Term of office started: 30/09/2024

Term of office ends: 29/09/2028

I am a member of St Mary’s Parish church in Broadwater where I serve in various capacities including being a children's group leader. I am married and have two adult sons, both of whom attended Broadwater School. I trained as an electronics engineer, worked for a media charity for 7 years in Zimbabwe and currently work as a chartered engineer for a high-tech company. I have served as a trustee for several charities over a number of years and am active in Scouting.

My interests include; keeping an allotment, running, playing saxophone and bass guitar - but not simultaneously!

I believe Broadwater is a school with a very special ethos and I look forward to serving its staff, children and parents.

Committee Membership:

• Vice Chair of Governing Body
• Link Governor - Sports Premium
• Chair of Comms 
• Resources

Term of office started: 05/10/22

Term of office ends: 04/10/26

Formerly a Parent Governor from Autumn 2020 until Autumn 2022, I am currently the Local Authority (West Sussex County Council) Governor for the school. I support the Governing Board in a variety of roles including across curriculum, sports and communications. I am passionate about helping youngsters find new opportunities, particularly through the power of sport and extra-curricular activity

Committee Membership: 

• Comms
• Staffing and Pupil/Pay and Review

Term of office started: 04/11/22

Term of office ends: 02/11/26

I am currently a full time parent with three daughters, one who is already attending Broadwater C of E and two who shall be joining over the next few years. 

I chose to take a step back from my career in order to be able to prioritise my family for this season of our being, prior to which I was Head of Talent and Culture for a local digital marketing agency and was responsible for the strategic and hands on elements of the full employee experience. I am an associate member of CIPD. I am also a qualified legal executive and worked in the legal profession before my 9 years in Human Resources.

As a family we aim to live as intentionally as we can in all aspects, and find enjoyment in the everyday.

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Committee Membership: 

• Comms
• Staffing and Pupil/Pay and Review

Term of office started:  12/07/2024

Term of office finishes: 11/07/2028

I am a parent to two lively boys currently attending Broadwater C of E and many years ago attended Broadwater as a pupil myself. I have always been in the world of education and have a passion for ensuring high quality education for all children. Professionally I have been a teacher for over 15 years, during this time I have worked in all 3 primary key stages. I specialise in and currently lead Early Years Foundation Stage at another West Sussex school.  I have also worked for West Sussex Youth Service delivering outreach and SEND sessions. I am a qualified Wild Beach leader and believe in taking opportunities to utilise the lovely location we are lucky to live in. We attend Worthing Tabernacle as a family and value the Christian ethos at Broadwater.

Committee Membership:

• Curriculum

Term of office started:20/05/23

Term of office ends: 19/05/27

 Having worked at Broadwater CE Primary for many years in various roles including leadership, I am looking forward to working alongside the Governing Board and supporting them with the important work that they do.

 I currently work 4 days a week, teaching in Year One and am Subject Leader for RE. 

Committee Membership:

• Resources
• Staffing and Pupil/Pay and Review 
• Link Governor - Health and Wellbeing of Staff and Pupils
• Link Governor - Health and Safety 

Term of Office started: 01/12/21

Term of Office ends: 05/07/26

I have worked within educational settings for over 15 years. My professional background is that I am a qualified occupational therapist, whereby I have specialised in working with children with varying special educational needs. I have previously held a Head of Care role at a residential special school, and have since developed my career to become Principal within the same school. I am passionate about helping all children and young people achieve their potential and be happy in school.  

Committee Membership:

• Comms
• Resources 
• Staffing and Pupil/Pay and Review 

I was appointed as the Headteacher of Broadwater in January 2023, following a short secondment from my previous school, where I had served as Headteacher for 2 years.

I am passionate about providing the highest quality educational experience for every single child here at Broadwater and together with the fantastic staff team, that is what we will strive for.

Across my 16 years in the profession, I have had the privilege of teaching and leading in several outstanding church schools, as well as working within other school communities on their journeys of improvement, always endeavouring to see each member of the school community flourish.

I have 3 teenage children, enjoy the outdoors, the arts and basketball.

Committee Membership:

• Curriculum (with voting rights)

Term of Office started: 13/07/20

Term of Office ends: 12/07/25

I am the school's Deputy Headteacher and have been teaching for more than 20 years in West Sussex.  I have also worked abroad in the Caribbean, teaching in the island school.  I have one son who is at secondary school.

In any spare time, my son and I are working our way around the UK visiting historic locations.  I love visiting the theatre, both locally and in London. I also enjoy reading and watching period dramas.  

My name is Neil Powell. I am the Clerk to the Governing Board. I am also a copywriter. I worked formerly as a paralegal for the Crown Prosecution Service, before taking a sabbatical to live in Spain. I studied Philosophy at Sussex University. I have a keen interest in literature and the Arts.