I have been working in educational IT for nearly two decades. In my role as Communications Manager, I am responsible for helping to inform parents, carers, the local community and the wider public about the Galaxy Trust, each academy within the Trust and, of course, to celebrate the work and achievements of the pupils. I produce the newsletters for each school and keep the websites and our social media platforms up to date. I enjoy running a club that's lets children explore their creativity in Minecraft.

I attended Temple Hill school myself as a child as well as my children coming here . I was originally a parent volunteer before working in different roles within the school. I now work as a Finance Officer and enjoy the variety of this position.

I have recently joined the Galaxy Trust and am excited to be part of the team. I am passionate about the work that I do and doing it well has always been important to me. In order to be as effective as I can, I have taken qualifications that have enabled me to have a deeper understanding of financial management. I have completed a 3 year accounts course and have achieved the Certificate in School Business Management. I have over 20 years finance experience which includes working for the Local Authority supporting primary and secondary schools around the County.

I have recently been appointed to the position of HR Officer. I have over 20 years administration experience and for the last 10 years I have worked in an HR Team providing support for two large secondary schools. I take pride in what I do and will always ensure my work is carried out to a high standard. I am really looking forward to the new challenges working in the primary sector and meeting new people. I am grateful to be given the opportunity to do this within The Galaxy Trust.

I started working at the Galaxy Trust in November 2017 after a three year break from work. I previously worked in Local Government for 10 years. I worked as the Nursery Admissions Officer for nearly 3 years and now as the Business Support Assistant for the Central Team. My role now involves administering the Nursery admissions for Oakfield and Temple Hill and supporting the Finance Officer.

I started my career working as a chef in restaurants and hotels, and I love the buzz of working in a busy kitchen. I found my way into school kitchens completely by accident but serving great food to young people has become my passion. I have worked in the Education catering sector for over 10 years, running kitchens in primary and secondary schools, and as a development chef for an education contract catering company. I’m really proud to be a part of the Galaxy Trust team, I believe food is at the centre of everything we do, and seeing pupils enjoying a great meal together is something I find really rewarding. Outside of work, I love to cook with my family. I have two young daughters who keep me very busy. In my spare time I like getting outdoors, fishing, camping, and playing blues guitar.

Sarah Steven is the Clerk to The Galaxy Trust and supports all tiers of governance. She has completed the Clerk’s Development Programme through the National College of Teaching and Learning and is currently undertaking the Certificate in Academy Governance. Sarah has also been part of an interim team led by a National Leader of Education in supporting standalone schools and multi-academy trusts with their governance arrangements at the request of the Regional Schools’ Commissioner.