Governors

Chair of Governors

MLT Appointed Governor

Change and Performance Management

SEND Link Governor 

Finance 

Finance Link Governor 

01/09/2024 - 31/08/2028

Finance 

Education  

Safeguarding Link Governor 

Sakina is a qualified property solicitor who within the last three years has transitioned into school governance. She is a senior governance professional for a large multi academy trust, supporting over 15 schools across London with all aspects of school governance compliance and local governing body development and training. Sakina cares strongly that all young people regardless of their background should have access to a good education and are given the opportunity to flourish within their education. Sakina has lived in Southgate for over 15 years and is a proud member of the diverse community to which she belongs. 

I am currently responsible for leading a large team in sales, marketing and account management across the UK and Ireland Markets in the online travel industry.

I have more the 10 + years in sales marketing, business development and leadership roles in the hospitality industry, I have expertise in helping business in the industry improve online and technology backgrounds and truly believe that travel can be a source of good and peace, allowing people explore different cultures and destinations. Personally, I have experience, having worked in the United Arab Emirates as well and setting up market management team in Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh.

I graduated doing Chemistry and have also been passionate about education particularly as my final year project was focused on how to bring fun back to Chemistry. Having mentored children through mentorship works and recently becoming a dad, I hope to use my knowledge and skills to assist the school.

I am born and raised in Rugby, Warwickshire, however my professional life has seen me call Enfield my home, having lived in Southgate and now in Gordon Hill over the last 2.5 years.

I have worked for over 30 years in the Banking sector.  During my career I have worked in various aspects of Finance particularly Corporate Banking and Compliance.  My current rule is working as a Senior Manager of Risk and Compliance for a Foreign Bank.  The role requires skills in managing complex projects to ensure compliance with the rules and guidance.  This role also requires engagement with various Regulators and Senior Stakeholders of the Bank.

For me a recent significant achievement was to set up a Corporate Social Responsibility Programme at my Bank, facilitating colleagues to spend time volunteering in the community and raising funds for various charities.

I am involved with a coaching programme at my work for junior members of staff and am interested in the personal development of young people in order to ensure success in their careers.

I  have lived in Southgate for 20 years.  I am very much looking forward to working with the Governors of Southgate School and meeting as many people associated with the School as possible over the coming terms.

I am  a Public Financial Account and work for an engineering consultancy provided support across a range of clients, mainly in the public sector. I have worked across all levels of government, from local authorities and health bodies, blue light services and also central government departments providing a wide range of consultancy services.  

Within Enfield, I am also a Cub Scout leader and Group Treasurer, helping to develop our young people.

My background is in education, having worked as a primary school teacher and leader in schools in the U.K., the UAE, and Saudi Arabia. My experience in curriculum development, teacher support, and raising educational standards has equipped me with a deep understanding of the teaching and learning process.

Currently, I work for a publication in the pensions industry, where I specialise in marketing and advertising. As a Enfield resident, I also previously served as General Manager at a multi-sports venue and charity in Southgate. In this role, I worked closely with the Board of Trustees, gaining valuable insight into good governance and strategic planning, which I now bring to my role as a local governor.

I remain passionate about education and am eager to use my experiences to contribute to the governance of Southgate School.

I have three children, one of whom attends Southgate School.  I grew up and went to school in London before studying Maths & Philosophy at university.  I am a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Scotland and work as an audit partner in London.  I am also a governor of a primary school federation in Barnet.  I enjoy running and am an Arsenal fan.  

I am a Chartered Accountant currently working for an outsourcing company that serves international clients. Prior to this role, I gained valuable experience auditing the public sector and reviewing government expenditure. Both positions have allowed me to collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders, enabling me to understand their decision-making processes and the rationale behind their choices.

Beyond my professional career, I have always been actively engaged in my community, participating in and supporting various local events. As a mother of two children attending a local secondary school, I am acutely aware of the challenges faced by both schools and students in today's environment.

Having benefited from state education myself, I feel strongly that now is the right time to give back. I am truly excited to leverage my experiences and skills for the benefit of Southgate School, and I am committed to contributing to its continued success and growth.

I have been teaching for 21 years and held the role of Head of the Drama Department for 14 years.  I graduated with a degree in Drama and English, after which I gained experience working backstage for ‘We Will Rock You’ in the wardrobe department and ‘Blood Brothers’ in the props department as well as working for the music company KPM who create music for film.

I decided to become a Drama teacher as the skills that the subject gives to the students are invaluable.  The development of confidence alone transfers to so many other areas of the student’s life.  Being in a safe environment where you are encouraged to be creative, problem solve, work in a team and knowing that it is ok to make mistakes as something wonderful usually develops from it gives so much power and ownership to the students.  Seeing the progress and transformation that student’s go through from learning these skills is truly the highlight of my job.

I lead a very successful team in the Drama department, our set of GCSE and A level results are consistently strong with students making positive progress; many of whom have successful careers in the theatre, film and television industry.  We pride ourselves on providing various enrichment activities such as the whole school show where we work with the Music department, the Old Vic Schools Club where students work with professionals in the field and Chickenshed Theatre Company where we work with the BA students.  These all contribute to creating a community feel and create strong bonds amongst the students across all year groups.