I have been Vicar of Deeping St James since August 2019, and prior to that, Vicar of Belmont (Surrey), and Curate in Wellington (Somerset). In a former life, I was a teacher, ending up as Head of RE, PSE and Careers at Beaminster School in Dorset. I am married to Helen, and we have 2 grown-up children, and one dog. I have been a governor at DSJ since 2023, and have specific roles as Safeguarding governor, and RE. I am also vice-chair of the governing body. I was a governor in my previous job for about 13 years, and also chaired the Sutton Standing Advisory Council for Religious Education (SACRE). My main interests are music (playing and listening), and reading (especially historical detective novels). I am committed to ensuring the best all round educational experience for all children, and to encouraging a supportive and caring ethos in the school.