Co-opted Governors are appointed by the Governing Body as they have, in the opinion of the Governing Body, the knowledge, skills and experience required to contribute to the effective governance and success of the school. Co-opted Governors often have an area of specialist knowledge or experience and will sit on the relevant committee accordingly.

Ellie Field 

I joined the governing body as a co-opted governor in July 2023, and I am delighted to be part of this wonderful community. I also have two children who currently attend St James. Professionally, I am a Business Director at a leading global recruitment and workforce solutions company where I specialise in providing HR services for schools and academies. I am passionate about supporting young people to achieve their full potential and, as a school governor, I will use my business and HR skills to help St James provide a high-quality education for all its pupils, where excellence is at the heart of everything we do.

Appointed by: The Governing Body

First Appointed: July 2023

Term of Office: 4 years
Committee: Personnel
Position of Responsibility: 
Register of Interest: None

Kate Brown 

I am a qualified Chartered Accountant, currently working as a Senior Marketing Director at a large software company, and joined as a co-opted governor on the Finance and Accommodation committee. I am passionate about literacy and developing a love of ‘reading for pleasure’ in children – a strong foundation for a love of learning and a creative imagination.  I look forward to working alongside the other governors and the school leadership to deliver on the school development priorities, and to becoming part of the thriving school community.

Appointed by: The Governing Body

First Appointed: September 2023

Term of Office: 4 years
Committee: Finance and Accommodation
Position of Responsibility: Reading, Behaviour and Antibullying 
Register of Interest: None