Supporting school leaders
About DPO Services
Our aim
At DPO Services we support head teachers, business and finance managers, and school leadership teams by removing the fear of GDPR. We provide practical, common sense advice and guidance, bespoke policies and effective solutions suited to your school.
Our services
Experienced DPOs
Experienced DPOs
Experienced DPOs
Our team of experienced Data Protection Officers (DPO) are available 24/7 to deal with your priority issues, especially data breaches. We take possession of the problem, remove your concerns and resolve the issue. Our aim is to remove the fear of GDPR and manage the Information Commissioners Office with you should any issues arise.
Bespoke training
Experienced DPOs
Experienced DPOs
DPO Services provides bespoke training for school leaders and staff on their responsibilities in protecting the personal data schools collect. Our sessions are interactive and engaging, promoting GDPR best practices for school teams.
Consultancy
Experienced DPOs
Consultancy
DPO Services offers a range of consultancy options including leadership coaching, school improvement and strategic planning, and in school support. Our consultancy options are tailored to the needs of the school in collaboration with the senior leadership team.
Our people
Jules Carmichael BA (Hons) MCGI FCMI TD
Jules is a Director of DPO Services Limited and is National College Qualified. He has worked with over 500 schools nationwide supporting them to meet their GDPR obligations.
As a School Governor, Jules has current knowledge about school issues and a keen interest in safeguarding. Educated to Bachelor of Arts (Hons) degree level, he is a Fellow of the Chartered Management Institute and a Member of the City and Guilds Institute (Leadership and management).
He recently retired as a Lieutenant Colonel having served in the British Army with the infantry and Royal Signals. He is also a former armed police protection officer and police schools liaison officer.
When not working with schools Jules likes history, travel, cooking, French red wines and rugby, not necessarily in that order!
Julie Madgwick MEd BTLn DipT
Julie is a Director of DPO Services Limited and is a qualified consultant, teacher and lecturer. She has international experience in multiple education systems, including New Zealand, Australia, Cayman Islands, Qatar and the UAE.
Working with schools and education authorities, Julie provides educational leadership, policy advice and guidance, targeted professional development and in school support. Her key focus areas are early years and primary education, adult education, SEN, data protection and safeguarding.
Julie also provides leadership coaching and support for newly qualified teachers. She is a published photographer and writer.
When not working with schools Julie enjoys travel, exploring off the beaten track places, and sampling different foods and wines!