Heather Tomlinson

Heather Tomlinson is an accomplished educational leader with extensive experience in transforming and managing Special Educational Needs (SEN) services across various local authorities, including Reach South Academy Trust, Surrey County Council, and London Borough of Newham. As Trustee and Chair of the Education Sub Committee at Reach South Academy Trust since February 2021, Heather has played a crucial role in governance and oversight. Previous roles include SEN Transformation Lead at Surrey County Council, where strategic stakeholder engagement and inter-agency collaboration were emphasized. Heather's consultancy work and interim leadership positions in councils such as Brighton & Hove and Birmingham reflect a strong ability to manage significant organizational changes and achieve cost efficiencies while improving educational outcomes, evidenced by a track record of successful program implementations and restructures. Educational qualifications include a Master of Education Management from The University of Sheffield.