Jon Tait

Having spent 25 years in the teaching profession leading schools in various senior leadership positions, Jon has most recently worked in Multi Academy Trusts as Deputy CEO & Director of School Improvement, followed by his current role as Executive Director of Education. His responsibilities in this time have involved the strategic leadership of teaching and learning, professional development, initial teacher training, behaviour management, quality assurance, school improvement and external school to school support.

Jon has significant experience in contributing to system leadership via his extensive professional network of education professionals around the world. In 2017 Jon graduated with his NPQH (National Professional Qualification for Headteachers) and then in 2021 he completed his NPQEL (National Professional Qualification for Executive Leadership). Jon’s approach to organisational leadership challenges the habits that have gone before, looking at ways to improve education through innovation and creativity.

Jon is also an international education author and keynote speaker, having multiple books published on areas ranging from classroom practice to school leadership. Jon regularly speaks at international conferences about all aspects of education and in 2015 Jon delivered a talk on the world famous TED stage about ‘The Future of Learning’. Additionally, Jon has also been recognised by Microsoft as one of their Innovative Educator Experts, showcasing how technology can enhance student learning. With his digital skills, Jon can work with teachers and leaders anywhere in the world and across multiple time zones, providing bespoke support, advice and professional learning.

Outside of education, Jon is married and has two college/university aged children, has played in the FA cup as a semi-professional footballer, coached American Football for Great Britain and was recognised for his work with young people by carrying the Olympic Torch in the build up to the London 2012 Olympic Games.