Meet our Team

Jonathan Ronan

Jonathan Ronan is a seasoned education leader with over two decades of experience. As the founding Chief Executive Officer of the St Benedict Catholic Academy Trust, he has successfully led schools to Outstanding Ofsted and CSI judgments. Under his leadership, student attainment has increased and behaviour has significantly improved.

A passionate advocate for Catholic education, Jonathan believes in providing all students with the best possible opportunities to thrive. His vision for the Trust is to create a network of schools that deliver exceptional teaching and learning, fostering a strong Catholic identity and helping students reach their full potential.

Outside of work, Jonathan is a proud father of three and enjoys spending time with his family and following football.

Bobby Jasper

Samantha Dossetter

Samantha has spent the past 11 years working in school governance across Bromley, Kent and London, including a 19-school MAT in Bromley where she has developed and implemented the governance strategy for the Trust. As a governor herself, she has a strong understanding of the ways governors can contribute to the effectiveness of school life and developing the whole child experience, and the value of being part of a Trust of like-minded schools.  

As a parent of 2 children now entering Year 11 and Year 12 she is aware of the experiences of families and young people during their education journey and of the importance of a supportive school.

Prior to having children and undertaking a career break, Samantha held senior HR roles in both the public and private sectors, which have equipped her with strong people skills and an understanding of the confidentiality required for the role.  Samantha has a degree in Law from the University of Warwick and a Masters in Human Resource Management.

Outside of work Samantha enjoys spending time with family and friends, travelling when possible and is an active member of a local book club.

Karen Robertson

With over a decade dedicated to education in diverse roles, Karen Robertson brings a rich understanding of people, process, and purpose to her role as HR Manager. Her vision is to establish the Trust as an employer of choice by fostering an inclusive, supportive, and high-performing environment where every individual can thrive.

As a mother of four, Karen values balance, empathy, and resilience, qualities that underpin her approach in both her professional and personal life. Outside of work, she enjoys fitness, long walks, and family time.

Saffron Stone

A highly organised and proactive professional, Saffron has a proven track record of providing high-level support in both corporate and educational settings. Over the past three years, she supported three Managing Directors and Partners at a leading global management consultancy based in Dubai. Before relocating to Dubai, Saffron worked as an Executive Assistant within the education sector, supporting leadership teams at two secondary schools in Southeast London. Prior to this, she held the position of Event Manager for a prestigious luxury hotel group, coordinating high-profile events across London and Europe.

Saffron holds a First-Class Honours degree in International Hospitality and Business Management from the University of Brighton and is further developing her skills in HR and people management through the CIPD Level 5 Associate Diploma.

Outside of work Saffron enjoys travelling, hiking, Reformer Pilates and spending quality time with friends and family.