The Bluebell MAT Central Team
Our MAT Central Team provides specialist expertise, and operational support to ensure every school within the MAT can focus on delivering exceptional education. Working in partnership with school leaders, the team supports key areas including finance, human resources, estates and facilities, safeguarding, governance, compliance, IT and school improvement. By providing consistent guidance, sharing best practice, and delivering efficient central services, the Central Team helps schools operate effectively, meet statutory responsibilities, and create the best possible environment for pupils, staff, and their wider communities.
Central Team (ID 1396)
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Steve GearyCEO
Steve Geary
Steve Geary is Chief Executive Officer of The Bluebell MAT. With more than 33 years of experience in primary education, Steve has a proven track record of leading school improvement, raising standards and securing better outcomes for children across a wide range of school communities. Previously serving as Executive Headteacher of The Bluebell Federation, Steve played a key role in its development and successful transition to The Bluebell MAT. He brings extensive expertise in educational leadership, school improvement and strategic development, and is passionate about ensuring every child has the opportunity to achieve their full potential and receive an excellent education.
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Dan BresnahanCFOO
Dan Bresnahan
Dan Bresnahan is Chief Finance and Operations Officer of The Bluebell MAT. With extensive experience in finance, operations, governance and strategic leadership within the education sector, Dan plays a key role in ensuring the Trust's long-term sustainability and operational effectiveness. Since joining the academy sector in 2015, he has held senior leadership positions within Multi Academy Trusts, including leading financial and organisational growth across expanding trusts.
A CIPFA Affiliate working towards full chartered status, Dan brings expertise in financial strategy, resource management, risk management and shared services. He is passionate about ensuring strong governance, effective stewardship of public funds and high-quality central services that enable schools to focus on delivering the best possible outcomes for pupils, staff and communities across the Trust.
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Lee BargeEstates & Operations Manager
Lee Barge
Lee Barge is an experienced Estates and Health & Safety professional with a background spanning local authority, highways, construction, and education sectors. He has extensive expertise in estate management, statutory compliance, health and safety, asset maintenance, and project delivery.Passionate about creating safe, compliant, and sustainable environments, Lee works collaboratively with all stakeholders to ensure facilities support learning, operational excellence, and long-term value across the Trust's estate.
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Jenny BakerHR Manager
Jenny Baker
Jenny Baker is HR Manager for The Bluebell MAT. With over ten years of experience in the education sector, Jenny leads the Trust's HR function, overseeing recruitment, employee relations, wellbeing and workforce compliance. She played a key role in supporting The Bluebell Federation's transition to The Bluebell MAT, helping to develop the people policies and processes needed to support a growing Trust.Holding a CIPD Level 5 qualification, she is passionate about supporting staff wellbeing and creating a positive workplace culture that enables schools to deliver the best possible outcomes for pupils.
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Emma WhiteData Protection Officer & PA to CEO
Emma White
