Hilary Emery quits as NCB chief executive

The charity said Hilary Emery, who took over as chief executive from Sir Paul Ennals in August 2011, will leave in the summer in order to “focus on her passion for education”.

The NCB said it has already commenced a search for her successor, a process that is being led by the board of trustees and the senior leadership team.

Elaine Simpson, chair of trustees at NCB said that Emery’s leadership has paved the way for future success and sustainability, and ensured the voice of the child is at the heart of everything the organisation does.

“The trustees would like to thank her for the sterling work she has done during her time with the organisation.

“We are really sorry that Hilary is moving on and wish her every success for the future.”

Emery said that having started her career as a teacher and working in education policy and practice for many years, she wants to take the opportunity to focus again on education-related issues.

“It has been an enormous privilege to lead NCB and be part of this unique children’s charity; striving to transform the lives of children and young people and reduce the impact of inequalities, by providing first-class research, innovative practice work, and advocating for children and young people,” she said.

“It is an extremely exciting time for the organisation as it embarks on delivering a new strategic plan, playing a pivotal role across the voluntary and statutory sectors.”