I joined the Governing Body in September 2018, as a Community Governor, although I do have two boys who attend the Grove Primary school, so have a dual interest in the school, as I care very much about the education my children receive. Both of my boys love the Grove Primary and talk about their learning and friendships everyday.
I work as a School Operations Manager and form part of the SLT of a local school and have vast experience in school operations, finance and safeguarding. I thoroughly enjoy the position I work in within my school as I am lucky enough to form relationships with all children and their families. Additional to my employed role I also voluntarily support the running of the school cross country team and a nurture group. My career started in childcare and from this I went onto achieve a degree in childcare and education and children’s studies. Following this I worked in a private nursery in Newcastle for 10 years the latter 5 years being the Office Manager.
I am married and have 3 boys (plus a step son), so my home life is dominated my males! Therefore, lego, xbox, soldiers and nerf guns are something I trip over daily! We are a very close family and enjoy spending time together. We live local and have a caravan in Northumberland where we are lucky to have close access to many beach days and country walks.
I am a keen runner, it’s my ‘me time’, a chance to listen to my music and take myself off on my own to get away from my lovely all male family!
I am part of the Finance Committee and also named Safeguarding Governor.