We have a highly trained and experienced team who work effectively to deliver a broad and balanced curriculum which meets the needs of all our learners.
Staff provide support in all aspects of school life and are dedicated to improving our learners life chances and developing “character and currency” for all.
Lindsay graduated from Salford University with a degree in Visual Arts before qualifying as a Teacher of Art from MMU in 2006. Lindsay enjoyed 10 years of teaching Art as an Assistant Headteacher in a Secondary Mainstream School in Rochdale before relocating and joining the team at Kassia in 2016. Lindsay is passionate about working with the most vulnerable children and strives to improve their life chances through therapeutic care and inclusive education.
Glenn studied at St Martin’s College, Lancaster University, before completing his PE teacher training at the University of East London.
Over the past 10 years, he has taught PE and served as a Head of Year, working across East London, Essex, Salford, and Warrington.
For the last four years, Glenn has taken on leadership roles in both mainstream and specialist settings, leading on a range of areas to support whole-school improvement.
At the heart of Glenns professional journey is a core belief: every decision should be made in the best interests of pupils. Glenn is committed to creating an inclusive school where all students, particularly those with SEND and additional needs — feel safe, valued, and inspired to achieve their potential.
Karl graduated from Hope University in Liverpool in 2004 and has worked in Liverpool, Knowsley and Salford LA’s. He has worked across mainstream and specialist provisions with children’s best outcomes at the forefront of his drive. He has worked within different management structures affording him a broad and balanced approach to championing education. He is focused on giving children the inspiration and belief to be the best individual they can grow to be.
Nic studied Modern Foreign Languages at the University of Wolverhampton and completed a degree in Modern Foreign Languages in 1993.
A teacher since 1995, Nic has been a senior leader in a variety of mainstream settings in Macclesfield, Winsford and Warrington and is passionate about providing excellent pastoral care, holistic education and helping young people to achieve their goals and aspirations.
Jo completed a Maths degree and trained as a teacher before working in a mainstream setting for 7 years.
She has been at Kassia for 15 years and in that time has trained further as the SENDCo with the SENDCo qualification and a post graduate degree in Specific learning difficulties. Jo is a qualified Access Arrangements Assessor and is currently completing the Inclusive Leaders Course to ensure that every learner gets the support they need to thrive.
Lisa has extensive experience working within secure environments, as well as in roles such as Pastoral Manager and Registered Manager for looked-after children and young people. Throughout Lisa’s career, her work has focused on engaging with children and adolescents who present complex challenges, utilising a trauma-informed approach to promote positive outcomes.
Lisa is highly skilled in delivering meaningful interactions and targeted interventions that support children and young people in managing crisis situations, building resilience, and developing emotional regulation.
Her professional practice is grounded in empathy, consistency, and a strong commitment to creating a safe and supportive environment in which every young person can thrive. Lisa takes pride in maintaining composure under pressure, demonstrating empathy in her practice, and fostering nurturing spaces where all children and young people feel valued, understood, and supported.
