Meet Our Team

Jamie-Lee Johnstone (JLJ)

Head of Education - Fylde Coast

A bit about me...

 I once impulse bought a garden furniture set from B&Q and had to figure out a way to get it home without paying the delivery fee. It was only 2 miles but apparently there's a big difference between, 'A to B' and, 'as the crow flies'. Nevertheless, I got it home and most of my family are still speaking to me. 

I have two ace kids- both boys. It costs me a fortune to keep them though. Not because they eat loads, just the amount of Bleach I have to buy. I have some savings though, so I'll probably be able to keep them until they are teenagers. 

I have a pretty serious Amazon Prime addiction. I spend around £100 a month on multiple unnecessary items but then I can get next day delivery on the birthday cards that I've forgot. And more bleach - so, sound.

I also have a cat called George that I pretend to like for family photos. He's deaf and definitely got dementia now so I can't sell him. 

In the winter, I'd rather throw myself over the bannister than go outside, which is strange because I have an A-level in PE. I force myself to go to the gym occasionally though, because I hate paying for the membership I bought on the back of another, 'New Year's Resolution'. Painful.

Prior to my TrueNorth venture, I spent 14 years teaching across a variety of Blackpool Primary Schools. I did love this job but obviously, to do it well, sometimes I had to go outside.

Despite leaving teaching to pursue my warm dreams, as both an educator and leader, I am now enjoying my new role, finding the good staff that are out there. They are there, they are just hiding. I also really like helping people. I decided to create a company that had strong morals because I definitely think there is a gap in the Supply market for this. 

If you would like to hear more about our Education Sector, please give me a call. I know I can save you money and I have some great staff. If you don't actually need staff but fancy a chat to get you out of Yard duty- I am here for you. We can talk about the weather and If you need to start talking business because the Head has walked into the room, I'm your wing woman. 

Cheryl Semple

Head of Education - Preston and Blackburn

For nearly 20 years, I have had the privilege of working as a Teacher and Department Head, with the last eight years dedicated to my role as a Leading Practitioner.  Now I work with Jamie and Dannii and sometimes I need a hug.

For many years, I have been deeply committed to fostering a culture where staff feel empowered to develop and refine their teaching skills in a safe, collaborative, and supportive environment. Thankfully, my Role at TrueNorth allows me to continue this, whilst receiving wildly inappropriate memes from the girls when I'm trying to work.

I am aware of the recruitment challenges facing schools and the difficulties in trying to balance that with the importance of having quality staff, which is why I make it my mission to pay staff a fair wage in order to stop them from ringing in sick with Smallpox, Diptheria, Leprocy and/or a bruised pinky.

As Head of Education Lancashire at True North, I will always place students and staff at the core of every placement. Schools can trust that my primary focus is building positive relationships.

I ensure that every action and decision is centred around providing the best possible educational experience for students, while supporting staff in their professional journey.

I look forward to building close, mutual working relationships with both schools and staff.

Danielle Hobson

Head of Festivals and Events

Head of Casting