Margaret recently retired from a long career as a primary teacher and school leader in London, as well as working in children’s homes. For many years she was also a professional tutor at the University of East London.  Margaret brings deep knowledge of the communities in which schools are rooted, an understanding of the lived experience of children in care and the needs of new entrants to our profession. She also serves on the East London Local Governing Board, strengthening the links between local and corporate governance.