Academy Head—
“Huge thanks for your guidance on this, your contribution has been invaluable and we can take the Department forward from now on.”
Local Authority HR Manager—
“I used Jon to draft a model pay policy. The outcome was that I had a model policy I was happy with, within the agreed timescale. The content of the new policy was finalised with stakeholders with a minimum of fuss.”
Academy Head—
“Dear Jon, I hope all is well with you. We become an academy tomorrow. Thank you for your advice which made it all so straight forward”
Chair of Governors—
“Jon was able to independently investigate a series of grievances that had been drawn together against the school and to systematically examine and report on each one. The work was carried out thoroughly and with rigour. The report was balanced and fair, and completed in a timely fashion. Sound advice was provided on the conduct of this inquiry. Having an expert on hand without the constraints of the LEA was important, particularly for the Chair, as one is isolated bythe process. I would gladly make use of such expertise againwhen difficult issues of governance arise.”
Secondary Head—
“One of the challenges I had to face was a leadership team who refused to face up to the fact that our students could and should do better than they had been doing. I knew this was a block that had to be tackled head on. I also knew my current HR adviser was over cautious and more worried about litigation than the outcome for the school. Jon helped in a very calm, clear way taking me through a complex re-structure to allow me to have the team I wanted. It took time, but our recent OFSTED expressed huge confidence in my team, which I think is confirmation that I did the right thing!”
Regional Officer NAHT—
“Thanks for this and the entirely professional manner in which you handled the investigation.”
Managing Director, Small Business—
“Jon has helped me on a number of occasions over the years. In particular he guided me through the disciplining and dismissal of a troublesome employee and also advised me throughout the employment tribunal case, where the employee’s claim was dismissed. He has a thorough knowledge of employment law and provided sound and timely advice throughout. For the owner of a small business, his advice and support was crucial.”