Andrew Smith

Diocesan Director of Education (DDE) for the Diocese of York

Qualified teacher and headteacher with over 20 years’ experience in primary education working across York and North Yorkshire

Worked in successful collaborative partnerships, including within Teaching School Alliances and with schools overseas, particularly focusing on developing effective school leadership and curriculum development

Director of DBE Services Ltd (a company owned by the dioceses of Blackburn, Carlisle, Chester, Liverpool, Manchester and York for the marketing of educational and property services)