The Key Support Services
Catherine Holmes has a diverse work experience spanning multiple industries. Catherine currently holds the position of Head of People & Culture at The Key Support Services since March 2022. Prior to this, they worked as a People and Culture Manager at The Key Support Services from February 2019 to March 2022.
Before joining The Key Support Services, Catherine served as an HR Manager at In Touch Networks from February 2017 to January 2019. Catherine also held the roles of Project Manager and Operations Director at In Touch Networks, where they contributed to connecting people across the globe through market-leading platforms and technology.
Catherine's earlier experience includes working as an Engagement Manager at Directors Online Network, where they facilitated connections among powerful CEOs, CFOs, and Non-Executive Directors. Catherine also served as a Customer Services Manager at PortfolioFinanceDirector.com, providing assistance in connecting aspiring Finance Directors with companies in the UK.
In the retail industry, Catherine worked at Debenhams as a Food Sales Manager, Food Service Supervisor, Store Trainer, and Supervisor. Catherine was responsible for managing food sales and training staff.
Additionally, Catherine volunteered as a Counsellor at Macmillan Cancer Support and worked as a Bar Maid at Greene King.
Overall, Catherine Holmes brings a wealth of experience in people and culture management, project management, and customer service to their current role as Head of People & Culture at The Key Support Services.
Catherine Holmes completed their Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Psychology from Anglia Ruskin University between 2007 and 2010. Catherine then pursued a Master's degree in Counselling Psychology at Keele University from 2010 to 2014.
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The Key Support Services
The pace of change in education means there is no shortage of theory, opinion and advice on what leaders need to do and what they need to know. Leaders themselves are under huge pressure to make a difference with little time to plan, prioritise and learn. In a world like this, ambitious and aspiring education leaders are in constant need of reliable, relevant and authoritative knowledge that’s ready to use. The Key cuts through the noise to provide up-to-the-minute sector intelligence and resources that empower education leaders with the knowledge to act. We draw upon a strong social purpose, deep expertise in education and a relentless desire to stay ahead of a vibrant and fast-changing landscape. Our community of members - more than 100,000 leaders of schools and multi-academy trusts from across the country - share our belief that true leadership is about putting theory into practice; that real change happens when leaders can take meaningful action. Since our founding as a government pilot, we’ve grown into a can-do collective of experts, writers, researchers and technologists who are deeply committed to serving the needs and championing the perspective of education leaders across the country. Our vision is to be an indispensable partner to education leaders determined to make a difference.