Mrs Buxton has over 40 years of experience working in and with schools as a teacher, headteacher, adviser and governor. Work for a Local Authority involved advising, supporting and challenging schools and governing bodies on a range of leadership and other issues. Mrs Buxton also worked as an Ofsted inspector, Performance Management Consultant and accredited School Improvement Partner and was invited to join national working parties at the Department for Education and National Strategies.

Since retiring, Mrs Buxton has continued to maintain her close links and interest in education first becoming a Chair of governors in 2012 and designated a National Leader of Governance by the National College in 2016. Mrs Buxton has also chaired an Interim Executive Board and been a Director of a Multi-Academy Trust.

In June 2018, Mrs Buxton joined Maltby Learning Trust as Chair of Governors at Ravenfield Primary Academy and subsequently also becoming Chair at Maltby Redwood Academy. Mrs Buxton had previously worked closely with several schools in Maltby and relished the opportunity to return to work more closely with Maltby Learning Trust helping to fulfil the Trust’s aims and ambitions for learners. After a life-time in education, being a governor ensures Mrs Buxton is still able to play a role in the lives of young learners and those who support them.

Mr Brighton has lived in Ravenfield for over 19 years and started at Ravenfield Primary Academy as a Parent Governor in 2016. He has two daughters who attend Maltby Learning Trust schools.

Professionally, Mr Brighton has worked in Strategic Sourcing for over 15 years in various industries and today manages an annual purchase spend of over £65m.

Alongside his role as a Governor, Mr Brighton is also Chair of Ravenfield Allotment Society and also part of St James’ Church Council. Mr Brighton is passionate about his role in school governance and offers challenge and support in the local governance meetings, ensuring the children attending Maltby Learning Trust schools receive the best possible start to their education.

Mr Henderson is a retired primary school teacher of forty years, the last twenty-five, of which, were as a headteacher. Mr Henderson offers support, advice and constructive challenge, when required, in all aspects of school management. Mr Henderson is a positive person and a good listener; Mr Henderson enjoys working with others and the challenge of taking on fresh responsibilities. Mr Henderson's experience allows him to support the headteacher and other members of the Governing Body in promoting an environment, in the school, aimed at improving attainment and enjoyment of learning for all pupils and staff. As a resident of Ravenfield, Mr Henderson plays an active role in the continued development of the Academy and helps raise its reputation in both the local and wider community.

Mrs Pearson is a Solicitor within the Criminal Justice System.  A Wath Comprehensive alumnus, she now has two children at Wath Academy. 

As a Youth specialist, Mrs Pearson works with colleagues across the Youth Justice arena.  She also has over 30 years experience in Guiding and Scouting where she has been a determined advocate for young people.  

Before qualifying as a Solicitor she worked for Girlguiding at their national HQ where she sat on committees with sector peers from across the UK voluntary youth sector and international aid agencies.

Mrs Martin has worked for Maltby Learning Trust for 11 years and Mrs Martin is committed to and dedicated to being a part of the Trust team as well as the Ravenfield one. Mrs Martin has a degree in English and Education Studies and a passion for literature. Mrs Martin is also the History Lead at Ravenfield Primary Academy. Mrs Martin enjoys gaining a deeper insight into the management of the school. Mrs Martin contributes to help with raising standards. Mrs Martin is a positive addition to the governing body as she works at Ravenfield Academy and has previously worked at Maltby Redwood Academy. Mrs Martin has fantastic working relationships with her colleagues across both schools. Mrs Martin brings teaching experience to the meetings and knowledge of Key Stage Two. Mrs Martin's enthusiasm and supportive nature means that she works well as part of the team.

Mrs Prescott brings experience in education, having worked at Ravenfield Primary Academy for 15 years and this provides her with a great and unique knowledge of the children at the Academy. Mrs Prescott enjoys gaining experience and insight in the work of the governing committee and it benefits her personal and professional development.

Miss Jepson has recently been appointed as Associate Principal at Ravenfield Primary Academy. She has 9 years of teaching experience. Miss Jepson's previous positions include: Class teacher, Maths Lead, Maths SLE, SLT and Assistant Principal. Miss Jepson was keen to join Maltby Learning Trust as she was previously a student of Maltby Redwood and Maltby Academy. Miss Jepson feels extremely privileged to have been given the opportunity to progress in her career, where she is now responsible for leading an amazing team and ensuring every day is an exceptional and memorable day for the students of Ravenfield. She recognises the importance of Governance and the continuous drive for improvement

Miss Critchley has worked within the Maltby Learning Trust for 14 years. Miss Critchley has been SENDCo at two of the secondary schools within the Trust. Her current role is Director of SEND and Inclusion.

Mrs Munday works for Sir Thomas Wharton Academy as a lead practitioner in Mathematics. Mrs Munday has seven years of teaching experience and is dedicated to ensuring all students have exceptional learning experiences. Mrs Munday enjoys the opportunity of seeing how strategic decision making influences school policy and practice.

Mrs Millward has over thirteen years of experience as a primary school teacher. She is currently an assessor for Apprentice Teaching Assistants. Her experience has equipped her with a deep understanding of the education system and challenges faced by schools, staff and families. In her current role, Mrs Millward works closely with schools to assess and guide the professional development of staff and ensuring that high standards of teaching and learning are maintained. Mrs Millward has experience of collaborating with a variety of stakeholders involved in educational settings which include parents, employers and external professionals. Mrs Millward believes that her experience in both teaching and assessing would allow her to bring in valuable insights and contribute meaningfully to the school’s vision, policies and future direction of the local community. Mrs Millward’s daughter attends Ravenfield Primary Academy and she believes that working together will benefit the community and this is how she aims to contribute to her role as a Parent Governor.