Governors
The School Governors of St James carry a responsibility for overseeing school affairs on behalf of the Ted Wragg Trust and the community. The Governors are all volunteers who work with the school and other interested parties to try and help them build an inclusive and exciting learning environment for all children who attend the school.
As a member of the Ted Wragg Trust, St James’ Local Governing Body helps to set the ethos and strategic direction of the school, act as a ‘critical friend,’ engage in self-evaluation work, review data and help plan for the future ensuring high aspirations are maintained. The Local Governing Body are responsible to parents, the Ted Wragg Trust, the Department for Education and the wider community, making sure the school provides a good quality education and promotes high standards of educational achievement. Parents are essential in our team and we appreciate those who serve as parent governors.
Governors make an essential, though often unseen, contribution to the life of a school. At St James we keep strong, healthy relationships with all staff and the school’s leaders in particular, effectively ensuring that every student can exceed initial expectations in a safe, purposeful, caring environment.
If you would like to be involved in any way we are always glad to hear from you. To contact the Governors please email clerktogovernors@stjamesexeter.co.uk
Mr. James Frampton
Chair of Governors
The conduct of St James’ is under the direction of its governing body in accordance with “The Governors Handbook″.
Ted Wragg Multi Academy Trust Trustees
St James governors

James Frampton
Chair of Governors and Finance Lead
James is a solicitor at Michelmores LLP and specialises in trusts, wills and UK tax advising individuals and families on the protection and devolution of assets. James was appointed as a governor in 2015 and has a particular interest in history and music as a history graduate and amateur musician.

Rebecca Child
Special Educational Needs, Ethos & Communication Lead
I am a parent governor and was educated at St Peter’s school and Exeter College. After university I worked in London as a financial services lawyer, and returned to Exeter after my two children were born to be closer to family and enjoy the quality of life that Devon has to offer. I now work in the social housing sector and my role includes visiting housing associations across the country to assess the quality of their boards and overall governance arrangements. I have an interest in languages teaching, and I believe in the value that extra-curricular activities bring to a child’s education. In my spare time I enjoy walking, choral singing and travelling.

Shahar Lashkor
Premises, Health & Safety Lead
I am an old Helian who studied at St Peters. I studied English Law at University but unfortunately did not complete the course. My interests include the progress of children in education and their well-being. I am a restaurant chef. I came 2nd in a chef competition at the Houses of Parliament. My restaurant has been voted the best Indian restaurant in the South West. I have held 3 directorships for local businesses. I am also an amateur actor and have been involved in a number of Shakespeare performances. I also enjoy reading, walking and work.

Kristina Webber
Safeguarding Lead
After moving to Exeter at the start of Secondary School, I attended St James and then Exeter College. I then completed a Degree in Primary Education with a specialism in Art at the University of Plymouth. I now work as a Primary School Teacher. I am married and have two children. We live in Beacon Heath and our children are at Willowbrook School. I have a particular interest in English Literature and Art.

Jules Hargreaves
HR Lead
I am the Lead Governor for Personnel/HR. This means I can ask questions and provide advice regarding staffing structures, performance, engagement, employment rights and general workforce matters; on both a micro and macro scale.
I work full time as an Human Resources Advisor and have 16 years’ experience in HR, with 11 of these being in the Education sector; both FE and HE.
Having moved out of home at the age of 16 and then studied at college while also working part time and living alone, I am well aware of challenges facing some young people in terms of socio-economic background and sustaining attendance in education.

Julie Skinner
Standards, Careers & Guidance Lead
Julie Skinner runs her own Consulting business specialising in quality improvement in the Education sector. Julie has over 25 years’ experience in the FE sector. As a former Vice Principal of Exeter College she is passionate about providing the very best experience for learners. She enjoys spending time outdoors with her family and her two dogs.

Chris Martin
Pupil Premium, Behaviour & Equality Lead
I am an former Royal Navy Officer, then a Prison Officer who has worked with young offenders at Feltham YOI for 10 years before moving on promotion to the South West as a Senior Prison officer at HMP Exeter, then head of Safer Custody (self-harm reduction & Suicide Prevention) at HMP Channings Wood. After a total 16 years of working with the Prison Service, I moved into a safeguarding role within education before moving to St James to work in the Behaviour Room. Currently, I work with ex-offenders in a mentoring role to get them ready to get into employment. I am a keen runner, and also engage in adventure motorcycling and paddleboarding. I run two volunteer organisations in the region – Andy’s Man Club and the Women’s Wellbeing Club which have both attracted a large following, and have won local community awards.

Jane Whittle
Parent Governor
I have lived in Exeter for 25 years, but was educated at a large comprehensive school in Sheffield. In addition to being a mother of two children, I am a professor of History at Exeter University. I have the greatest respect for secondary school teachers who see our children through some of their most challenging years and have an important impact on their life choices. I bring a range of skills including experience of: helping to run a large department of around 80 staff and over 1000 students; appointing, managing and supporting staff; successfully applying for grant income and managing projects; carrying out gender equality audits; collecting and interpreting numerical data; and teaching and inspiring students.

Debbie Du Preez
Parent Governor
I live in Exeter having moved here from South Africa four years ago. This was in order to take on a lectureship position in the Economics Department at Exeter University. Apart from my normal teaching commitments, I am an academic lead for the Widening Participation programme, which helps disadvantaged students gain access to Exeter University. I am responsible for helping those who are studying Economics programmes integrate seamlessly into university life. In addition, I am the lead academic tutor in the Economics department where it is my duty to make sure that all students receive excellent academic and pastoral support during their time with us. I have been in Higher Education (HE) for 18 years now and I believe this gives me a unique insight into what is needed at the secondary school level for students who wish to progress to post-secondary school institutions and HE thereafter. With that said, I would like to help maintain St. James’s high academic standards and well-deserved reputation. Last, but certainly not least, I have a son at St James in Year 8 and I therefore have a vested interest in seeing him succeed both academically and personally.

Lindsay Skinner
Headteacher

Julia Thornton
Staff Governor
I am the staff Governor on the Governing body. I have been at St James for nine years as an English teacher and am second in department. I joined the school as an NQT as prior to teaching I worked in TV and theatre as a Stage Manager. I have been heavily involved in the extra-curricular programme at school such as school productions, Ten Tors and DofE and organising a European Comenius project. I recently qualified as a DofE expedition assessor. I think this is an incredibly important part of school life as I feel education goes far beyond the classroom.

Jason Nofal
Staff Governor
I am a staff Governor on the Governing body. I have been at St James for six years as a maths teacher and am an assistant Headteacher – leading mathematics. I joined the school early in my teaching career and as my second teaching job. Prior to this I studied mathematics with education at university. Out of school I am a very active person and enjoy the great outdoors. I am truly excited to be a part of the Governing body and hope to be an effective liaise between and staff and the rest of the Governors.
Statutory Governor information and meeting attendance
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ST JAMES SCHOOL – GOVERNING BODY
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Attendance 2020/21 |
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Name |
Type of Governor |
Appointing Body |
Role |
Term Start |
Term End |
Committee(s) |
Registered interests |
(Number Attended out of Possible) |
Lindsay Skinner |
Staff/Ex-officio |
N/A |
Headteacher |
01/09/2019 |
N/A |
All |
Partner employed by West Exe School Brother teacher at Honiton Primary Sister governor at St Luke’s School Work with Harper Collins |
7 out of 7 |
James Frampton |
Co-opted |
Governing Body |
Chair of Governors Finance |
30/04/2020 |
29/04/2024 |
Performance & Standards, Finance & Resources |
Employed by Michelmores LLP |
7 out of 7 |
Shahar Lashkor |
Co-opted |
Governing Body |
Safeguarding Deputy |
30/04/2020 |
29/04/2024 |
Performance & Standards, Finance & Resources |
None |
5 out of 7 |
Jules Hargreaves |
Co-opted |
Governing Body |
Personnel |
05/10/2018 |
04/10/2022 |
Performance & Standards, Finance & Resources, Pay Group |
Child at St James School |
7 out of 7 |
Julie Skinner |
Co-opted |
Governing Body |
Standards, Careers & Guidance |
05/10/2018 |
04/10/2022 |
Performance & Standards, Finance & Resources, Pay Group |
None |
7 out of 7 |
Kristina Webber |
Co-opted |
Governing Body |
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03/07/2019 |
02/07/2023 |
Performance & Standards, Finance & Resources |
Employed by Plymouth CAST MAT Children at Willowbrook School |
5 out of 7 |
Chris Martin |
Co-opted |
Governing Body |
Behaviour & Equality |
04/12/2019 |
03/12/2023 |
Performance & Standards, Finance & Resources |
None |
3 out of 7 |
Julia Thornton |
Staff Governor |
Staff |
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21/10/2020 |
20/10/2024 |
Performance & Standards, Finance & Resources |
Staff Member of St James |
7 out of 7 |
Jason Nofal
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Staff Governor |
Staff |
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21/10/2020 |
20/10/2024 |
Performance & Standards, Finance & Resources |
Staff Member of St James |
6 out of 6 |
Rebecca Child |
Parent Governor |
Parents |
Ethos & Communication |
26/06/2018 |
25/06/2022 |
Performance & Standards, Finance & Resources |
Child at St James School Child at St Peter’s School |
6 out of 7 |
Jane Whittle
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Parent Governor |
Parents |
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01/01/2021 |
31/12/2024 |
Performance & Standards, Finance & Resources |
Child at St James School Works at Exeter University |
5 out of 5 |
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Joshua Mammola |
Co-opted |
Governing Body |
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03/07/2019 |
Resigned 15/07/2021
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Performance & Standards, Finance & Resources |
Employed by SPARX |
4 out of 6 |
Gavin Wilson |
Parent Governor |
Parents |
Vice Chair Premises, Health & Safety, Safeguarding |
24/11/2016 |
Resigned 23/07/2021 |
Performance & Standards, Finance & Resources, Pay Group |
Wife employed by St James School Children at St James School |
5 out of 7 |