Chair of Governors | Ms Sharon Lee
Summary of Experience
An experienced education professional with over 33 years of service in Leicester and Leicestershire schools, Ms. Lee has dedicated her career to supporting inclusive education and the needs of vulnerable learners. She has spent 21 years as a Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) and a further 7 years as Deputy Head in a primary school, developing a deep understanding of both classroom practice and school leadership.
Beyond her school-based roles, Ms. Lee has served on three governing bodies across mainstream, primary special, and secondary special settings, offering a broad perspective on governance and school improvement. She has also played an active role in Leicester City Council’s initiatives to enhance provision for vulnerable and disabled children.
As a parent of a child with complex and profound disabilities, Ms. Lee brings not only professional expertise but also lived experience, enriching her commitment to inclusive education and holistic support for all learners.
Email: slee@leicesterts.co.uk
Looking to the Future
Following her retirement, Ms. Lee is committed to giving back to the education sector that shaped much of An experienced education professional with over 33 years of service in Leicester and Leicestershire schools, Ms. Lee has dedicated her career to supporting inclusive education and the needs of vulnerable learners. She has spent 21 years as a Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) and a further 7 years as Deputy Head in a primary school, developing a deep understanding of both classroom practice and school leadership.
Beyond her school-based roles, Ms. Lee has served on three governing bodies across mainstream, primary special, and secondary special settings, offering a broad perspective on governance and school improvement. She has also played an active role in Leicester City Council’s initiatives to enhance provision for vulnerable and disabled children.
As a parent of a child with complex and profound disabilities, Ms. Lee brings not only professional expertise but also lived experience, enriching her commitment to inclusive education and holistic support for all learners.
In her professional life. Drawing on her extensive leadership experience and passion for supporting young people, she has chosen to contribute to Leicester Therapeutic School by serving as its Chair of Governors, helping to guide the school’s strategic direction and uphold its mission of providing high-quality therapeutic education.
Safeguarding Governor | Mr Jamie Mackay
Summary of Experience
Jamie is a highly experienced early years professional specialising in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and Special Educational Needs (SEN). They have held senior leadership roles across early years and childcare settings, including Preschool Manager at St Mary’s Preschool and Childcare Matron and Nursery Manager at Leicester Royal Infirmary. They contributed to the EYFS consultation board and served as Secretary of the Pre-School Learning Alliance. They also led the introduction of the Reggio Emilia approach across Leicester early years settings and primary schools, working alongside the EYFS framework.
Throughout their career, they have acted as Child Protection Officer and SENCO, leading early identification of need, multi-agency working, and ensuring compliance with the SEND Code of Practice. They also designed special needs referral forms for the Leicester Special Needs Support Service, which remain in use for training at Leicester College.
Their experience combines hands-on practice, strategic leadership, and specialist SEN expertise, with a strong focus on inclusion, safeguarding, and early intervention. This extensive and varied experience provides a strong foundation for effective oversight of safeguarding arrangements, enabling the Safeguarding Chair of Governors to offer informed challenge, strategic leadership, and assurance that safeguarding remains a central priority within the Leicester Therapeutic School.
Looking to the Future
Looking ahead, our Safeguarding Governor is excited to take on a new challenge in supporting Leicester Therapeutic School with its safeguarding responsibilities. They are committed to working collaboratively with school leaders and governors to ensure that safeguarding arrangements remain robust, effective, and responsive to the needs of all pupils.
With a strong commitment to promoting children’s welfare, they are keen to support children in any way possible, ensuring that safeguarding remains at the heart of decision-making and school culture. They look forward to offering informed guidance, constructive challenge, and ongoing support to the school, drawing on their extensive experience to help strengthen safeguarding practice and ensure that every child is safe, supported, and able to thrive.