Richard was Headteacher of Histon and Impington Brook Primary School from September 2023 until July 2026. Prior to this, Richard held various leadership positions in Cambridgeshire schools, including as a Co-Headteacher most recently. Richard has significant experience and interest in curriculum design and implementing research-informed strategies to maximise the impact of classroom teaching. Mentoring new and aspiring teachers, introducing sensible ideas to improve teacher recruitment and retention, and developing school sport are other areas of school life which are of significant interest. Richard finds the moral purpose of working in education a huge motivator and deeply rewarding.
As of September 2026, Richard is Executive Headteacher for Histon and Impington Brook Primary School, and Histon and Impington Park Primary School.