Chairman
Lord Baker is actively involved in promoting UTCs through Baker Dearing, the charity he founded in 2009.
bakerk@parliament.ukChief Executive
Simon runs Baker Dearing and leads on all policy initiatives for UTCs, particularly engagement with the DfE, ESFA and other key stakeholders.
sconnell@utcolleges.orgDirector of Education and Innovation
Kate manages all the UTC specialist network activities, serves as exam board liaison, and handles aspects of employer and university engagement.
kambrosi@utcolleges.orgSenior Advisor
A highly experienced school leader, Magdalin leads on our support for all UTC finance-related issues.
mclancy@utcolleges.orgSenior Advisor
A former UTC Principal, Steve advises UTCs on educational matters, specifically leading on T Level support.
sleahey@utcolleges.orgSenior Advisor
Cherry provides 1:1 support and mentoring for UTC leaders.
ctingle@utcolleges.orgEvents & Communications Manager
Ros manages Baker Dearing’s successful events programme and handles communications with UTCs and the outside world.
rkipps@utcolleges.orgUTC Projects Coordinator
Amy is an experienced events lead and coordinates student-facing projects across the UTC network, supporting the UTC specialist network activities for Baker Dearing.
asutcliffe@utcolleges.orgFinance Director
Ian manages the day-to-day finances for Baker Dearing, including UTC Licence arrangements.
imay@utcolleges.orgSenior Advisor
Nicolas is well-known around the corridors of Westminster and supports Baker Dearing with policy and lobbying.
nheslop@utcolleges.orgMedia and Communications Officer
With a background in journalism and PR consultancy, Fraser is responsible for Baker Dearing’s marketing and communications functions, including relations with the media and the trust’s social media presence.
fwhieldon@utcolleges.orgUTC Projects Coordinator
Having previously worked with LDE UTC as part of the employer engagement team, Ayeesha brings that experience to Baker Dearing to coordinate projects for UTCs across the network.
abhamji@utcolleges.orgCEO’s Assistant
Louise helps Baker Dearing to run smoothly and, amongst her many tasks, manages Simon’s diary.
lwilson@utcolleges.orgChairman’s Assistant
For over 30 years, Kathy has helped Lord Baker to manage his parliamentary, professional, charitable and literary commitments.
kfogarty@utcolleges.orgAdministrative Assistant
Odette provides administrative support to the team.
omerten@utcolleges.orgTo get in touch with the Baker Dearing team, please use the form below. If your enquiry is about a specific UTC, why not visit the UTColleges website