Kerri began her career in secondary education where she worked in a variety of roles over a period of 15 years. Her most senior position in secondary education was as Headteacher of an all-boys High School in Chatham, Kent. During this time, she improved standards and secured the strongest outcomes to date at key stage 4. Following this Kerri joined a Multi-Academy Trust in Medway, Kent where she has worked for the past 8 years as Director of School Improvement initially and then later as Deputy Chief Executive Officer. She also took on the role as Executive Headteacher of a secondary special school at the same time. These positions have given Kerri extensive knowledge and experience of primary education and specialist education, both at primary and secondary level. Kerri brings her extensive knowledge to any deployment with school or academy leaders. Kerri has a proven track record of school improvement and raising standards. She is passionate about supporting all children, particularly those with barriers to learning. She considers herself fortunate to be able to initiate and drive improvements which directly impact on improving children's life chances, through a sound educational offer. Kerri understands first-hand the importance of education and the benefits it can bring. She is fully committed to ensuring that all children receive the highest possible standards in education, and is adept at holding school leaders to account, so that all children may have every opportunity to fulfil their potential. Kerri has successfully led and supported many schools through successful Ofsted visits, and she has a talent for coaching and is keen to develop the performance of those around her though rigour, challenge and support and above all else an open and honest approach. Kerri has first-hand experience of governance and believes in the power of effective governance to drive standards. She is used to working with a range of partners including the Local Authority and local political leaders to campion the schools she supports. Kerri has extensive experience in leading within many key areas across her trust including mentoring headteachers, raising standards, safeguarding, equality and diversity and inclusion. Placing a high value on her harmonious relationships, it is not surprising that people turn to Kerri for encouragement, nurture and support. She is a particularly good communicator and uses her gift of verbal expression often and effectively.