Steven Fitzpatrick, Co-opted (Co-Chair)
Role on Board: I joined the governing body in June 2021 as an associate member and then became a co-opted governor in March 2022.
Professional skills/background: I am a barrister with over 15 years’ experience conducting predominantly criminal litigation. I am currently employed by the government in a senior management role which involves budget planning, quality assurance, and policy. In this role I also assisted HM Inspectorate in their assessment of other government departments.
Interest in being a Governor: Bridgewater is an amazing school beaming with positive energy and enthusiasm. I would like to do all I can to help the school and its pupils thrive and reach their full potential.
Your advice/quote for children at Bridgewater school: “Why do we fall? So we can learn to pick ourselves up.” Alfred in Batman Begins