Dominic Norrish has been appointed CEO of Unity Schools Partnership, one of the country’s largest multi-academy trusts.
Mr Norrish, previously the chief operating officer of United Learning, will replace Tim Coulson, who left in September to become director general of the Department for Education’s regions group.
A statement from the 40-school trust, based in East Anglia, highlighted Mr Norrish’s “wealth of experience and deep commitment to the organisation’s core values”.
Mr Norrish, who is currently the chief of IAPS, a headteachers’ association representing 650 independent schools in the UK and overseas, said he was “delighted” to be taking on the role. He is set to begin in the new year.
“I’m excited to be joining Unity Schools Partnership for the opportunity to play a role supporting the brilliant work done by staff with pupils in the trust’s family of secondary, primary and special schools,” he said.
“Having spent almost all of my adult life living in East Anglia, I feel privileged to contribute to the success of its next generation.”
New Unity Schools Partnership CEO announced
Mr Norrish trained as a history teacher and has worked in classroom and leadership roles in various schools across the country. He then spent a decade on the executive team of United Learning, the biggest multi-academy trust in the country.
Chris Quinn, chair of the Unity Schools Partnership board, said: “We are delighted to announce the appointment of Dominic Norrish as our new chief executive.
“We would also like to take this opportunity to offer our sincere thanks to everyone who has provided support and leadership during the recent interim period.
“Their commitment and resilience have been vital in maintaining the stability and momentum of our schools and their efforts exemplify the spirit of Unity Schools Partnership.
“As we prepare to welcome Dominic in the new year, we look forward to working collaboratively to achieve even greater successes for our staff, students and communities.”
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