We are pleased to welcome Alison Ragbourne to the position of Director of People and Communication.

“I’m delighted to have joined Rivers recently in the new role of Director of People and Communication. Thank you for the very warm welcome I have received. I’m really enjoying visiting our schools, having the opportunity to meet staff and appreciate the great work you are all doing.

I’m passionate about working with schools and enabling staff to deliver the best possible education for our pupils. I have chosen to work with schools and academies for the last 20 years of my HR career, in Worcestershire and Dorset, delivering a traded HR service and I’ve been working with a number of growing MAT customers for the last 10 years.

I’m really excited about developing our People strategy, aligned with Rivers vision and values. I will be working with you to ensure Rivers MAT is a great employer, which you are proud to be part of, and where you thrive and feel valued. I will be listening to what staff have to say.”