Eddie Austin

Member

Eddie has extensive experience and knowledge of the UK and International staffing sector. Founding Chair of APSCo (Association of Professional Staffing Companies) Education Sector 2013-15. Experienced advisor on delivering public and private sector business integration and operation.
He combines expert knowledge of the resourcing/recruitment and educational software/technology solutions sector with strong leadership, commercial skills and knowledge of fast-moving and evolving/emerging markets to ensure first-class business stewardship.

John Lomas

Member

John has been in education for over 40 years. He spent most of those years in Special Education as a teacher, deputy headteacher and Headteacher at a residential/ day special school in Kent.
He was Senior Adviser for SEN and Head of SEN Support Services in Trafford Council for 7 years until 2011.
He is now an SEN Consultant (self-employed) 2011-date. Roles have included Acting Head of SEN (Rochdale) and Acting SEN Assessment Manager (Kirklees). He was also the LA representative at SEN Tribunals from 2001-2014.

Deborah Rogers

Member

Deborah has worked in education for 30 years. She has spent all of those years in special education working in a range of settings across Greater Manchester. Deborah roles have included middle leadership roles at a SEN Secondary in Bury, Assistant Headteacher at a SEN Primary in Bolton and a Head Teacher role for 11 years at a SEN Primary in Rochdale. 

Deborah has gained a Masters in Education MEd (Special Education Needs) from Manchester University. She has been a Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) for 11 years.

Deborah enjoys a wider interest in Music and communication linked to Teaching roles and has fulfilled the role of Foundation Governor at RC Primary School.

Having devoted her working life to those with SEND, Deborah continues to be committed and focused on supporting children, young people and professionals in this area.

Deborah brings great depth, experience and understanding of skills relating to the leadership of educators and the education of children and young people with SEND.