At school he participated in extracurricular activities including sports and student leadership, which shaped his belief in the importance of a holistic education.
[citation needed] He worked as a deputy headmaster and head of department in several secondary schools.
[1][2] In 2023, Kennedy became the headmaster of Olchfa School, overseeing its 1,700 pupils and promoting inclusive practices.
He managed the opening of a £1.6 million all-weather 3G sports pitch at the school.
[3][failed verification] Kennedy sits on the council of the Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL) Cymru.