Staff List

 

Senior Leadership Team

 

 

• Mrs Cross
  Headteacher
  Mrs Cross

  I have been privileged enough to be Headteacher at RLS for the last 4 years. Having previously worked here for 14 years, I am an incredibly committed and passionate believer in all that we do here. I have extensive SEND and Early Years' experience, alongside my more recent move into strategic management. I completed the National Professional Qualification for Headteachers 2 years ago and continue to invest in my own personal learning and career development.

• Mrs Pepper
  Deputy Headteacher
  Mrs Pepper

  I have been teaching at Roecroft for 10 years. I lead on many areas of school life including safeguarding and the curriculum. I also lead our values based education which encompasses positive behaviour and pupil well-being. I run staff induction in school and mentor our early career teachers. I have vast teaching experience in Key Stage 1 and am the deputy lead moderator for the local authority for this age range.

 

 

Early Years Foundation Stage

 

• Miss Ashby
  EYFS Specialist
  Miss Ashby

  I am the Early Years Lead Professional and Cygnet class teacher and have been fortunate to teach at Roecroft for the last 14 years. I am the phase leader for the Reception team, have vast experience in Early Years and as part of this role I run the smooth transition from our many feeder pre-schools and nurseries into school.

  Within school I am part of the school Designated Safeguarding team, the Educational Visits Co-ordinator so oversee all our trips and visits outside of school, as well as liaising with and supporting FORLS volunteers who work tirelessly to support and raise funds for our school. I am also an Induction Tutor for Early Career Teachers (ECT's) who are at the start of their careers in teaching.

• Mrs Polson
  Class Teacher
  Mrs Polson

  This is now my seventh year teaching at Roecroft and I am very proud to be the Duckling class teacher. I have a true passion for working with our youngest learners. Helping each child progress in all areas of their development and striving to create a fun, nurturing environment for all children to thrive. In addition to being a class teacher, I am also the RE subject lead.

• Mrs Aery
  Learning Support Assistant
  Mrs Aery

  I work in Reception Cygnet class as a Learning Support Assistant, I enjoy welcoming the children into a fun learning environment. Outside of school I enjoy spending time with loved ones and exploring different places and learning to cook different cuisines.

• Mrs Duggan
  Learning Support Assistant
  Mrs Duggan

  This will be my 7th year working within Roecroft. I started as a Midday Supervisor and slowly transitioned into EYFS, offering extra support across all three classes.

  Currently, I work in Reception's Duckling class as a Learning Support Assistant. My favourite subject to support is Art and I get to use my creative skills for display work and our fun role play areas.

 

Year 1

 

• Miss Cottrell
  Class Teacher
  Miss Cottrell

  I recently graduated from university where I did the Bachelor of Education degree. Throughout my training I had the opportunity to teach in key stage 1 classes across Hertfordshire, as well as volunteering in key stage 2 classrooms.

  I am currently class teacher for Year 1 Robin Class and aim to take on more roles in school as I progress within my career. I am really excited to be at Roecroft and gain even more experience.

• Mrs Burgess
  Class Teacher
  Mrs Burgess

  I am the current teacher for Puffin class after recently completing my Bachelors of Education at university. I am so excited to be working at Roecroft Lower School and can't wait to begin my career as a teacher here. Prior to attending university, I worked as a Learning Support Assistant for two years which provided me with a lot of knowledge and experience to build on during my university course and placements.

  I aim to provide a safe and supportive environment for children to blossom, achieving their full potential, as well as developing their love of learning.

• Miss Collins
  Class Teacher
  Miss Collins

  I am ecstatic to be working in the wonderful Penguin class. I have been teaching in lower schools for over 13 years and have experience in the Early Years and have also taught in KS1 and KS2. I am particularly passionate about working in the Early Years and strive to foster a fun, nurturing and safe environment in which all children feel valued and can thrive. In addition to being a class teacher, I am the Art subject lead, a role I am very much looking forward to getting stuck into.

• Miss Tucker
  Learning Support Assistant
  Miss Tucker

  I have worked at Roecroft for the last 9 years as a Learning Support Assistant within KS1.
  On a daily basis I support children with their learning either on a one to one basis or within a group setting. I thoroughly enjoy motivating children to achieve their full potential.

• Mrs Snowden
  Learning Support Assistant
  Mrs Snowden

  Hello, my name is Mrs Snowden and I work in Robin class, I enjoy being in the classroom and helping the children during their lessons. I am also a Midday Supervisor at lunchtime which allows me time to interact with children across all years as they have fun during the lunch hour.

  Outside of school I love spending time with my family and keeping fit.

• Mrs Allen
  Learning Support Assistant
  Mrs Allen

 

Year 2

 

• Mrs Harrington
  Head of Curriculum
  Mrs Harrington

  I am the Head of Curriculum at Roecroft and have taught KS1 for over 10 years and KS2 at a previous school. I oversee the whole school curriculum to ensure progression between year groups and quality teaching and learning which is a role I really enjoy. Alongside this, I run our school phonics programme to develop early reading skills and I lead our KS1 team. I am also really passionate about teacher development and have previously mentored SCITT students and new teachers. Having achieved my NPQ in Teacher Development, I now run a range of coaching within school to support our subject leads and foster staff development.

• Mrs Speltinckx
  Class Teacher
  Mrs Speltinckx

  I have been teaching at Roecroft for 9 years and I am subject lead for Design and Technology, which involves supporting staff and teaching children a wide range of practical skills required for a modern practical environment. I am also subject lead for Modern Foreign Languages. I recently became a Level 1 archery coach and run an afterschool archery club.

• Mrs Maree
  Class Teacher
  Mrs Maree

  I am very excited to start working in the lovely Nightingale class. I've been teaching for over 9 years. I am passionate about fostering a love for reading and making learning engaging and fun, while creating a safe environment where pupils feel valued. My fun but firm approach to teaching inclusive lessons, ensures that everyone has an opportunity to reach their full potential.

• Miss Skinner
  Learning Support Assistant
  Miss Skinner

  This is my third year at Roecroft as a Learning Support Assistant. I used to go to Roecroft as a child, so I know the school very well. I love seeing the children thrive and experience new things throughout their day. I'm a child at heart and enjoy getting to know every child making them feel safe and proud of themselves

• Mrs Gayfer-Toms
  Learning Support Assistant
  Mrs Gayfer-Toms

  Before coming to Roecroft I spent 14 years working within the EYFS at a Nursey setting alongside volunteering at many youth groups such as Beavers and Cubs. I have now been an LSA for the past 2 years, working in KS1. My role is to support the children's learning, whether it be in a group or 1:1. I am also here to support the children in being happy and to feel safe within the school setting.

• Mrs Guttridge
  Learning Support Assistant
  Mrs Guttridge

  I work as a Learning Support Assistant. I thoroughly enjoy seeing the children grow and supporting them in their learning and development. I also assist with sensory circuits in the mornings.

  Outside of school, I enjoy spending with my family, long dog walks and watching films.

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Year 3

 

• Miss Wood
  Class Teacher
  Miss Wood

  I have been teaching at Roecroft for 16 years. Throughout my teaching career, I have had the opportunity to teach in both Key Stage 1 and 2 and currently teach Kingfisher class. I have vast experience of many subject leads over my time at Roecroft, but for the most time I have led Science where I achieved our silver PSQM award.

• Miss Hicks
  Class Teacher
  Miss Hicks

  I have been teaching in schools for the past 8 years and have gained experience across Key Stages 1 and 2. I have been lucky enough to work at Roecroft for the past 3 years, and I am currently teaching in Kingfisher Class in Year 3. Over the years, I have taken on different responsibilities and subjects. I am currently the subject leader for PSHE, RSE, and healthy schools.

• Mr Stephen
  Class Teacher
  Mr Stephen

  I'm currently the Assistant Headteacher at Roecroft and Kestrel class teacher in Year 3. Alongside my class teaching responsibilities, my role includes working on school data and assessment to help maintain excellent educational outcomes in all year groups. I've been working at the school for 13 years now and have extensive teaching experience in Key Stage 2.

• Mrs Pateman
  Class Teacher
  Mrs Pateman

• Miss Stratton
  Learning Support Assistant
  Miss Stratton

  This will be my 8^th year at Roecroft. For 7 years I was an LSA in Year 4 but this year I am the LSA for Kestrel Class in Year 3. I work in groups and on a 1:1 basis in and outside of the classroom with children that may need a little extra support with their learning. It is such an amazing privilege to watch these children become more confident and progress in all areas and grow to reach their full potential.

• Mrs Senior
  Learning Support Assistant
  Mrs Senior

  I'm Mrs Senior, I have been at Roecroft quite a few years, working in Years 1, 2, 3 and 4! At present I am working in Year 3 and I also help out with Breakfast Club and after school Enrichment club. I enjoy working with the children helping them progress in their learning.

  In my spare time I enjoy gardening and being outdoors.

• Miss Timmis
  Learning Support Assistant
  Miss Timmis

  Hi, I am Miss Timmis and I currently work in Kingfisher class as a Learning Support Assistant. I am also a Midday Supervisor at lunchtimes for the lovely Penguin class. I love supporting children with all aspects of their learning.

  Outside school I love spending time with my children, walking and watching Formula 1!

 

Year 4

 

• Miss Foxwell
  Class Teacher
  Miss Foxwell

  This is my third year at Roecroft Lower School and I am excited to be joining the Year 4 team and being Hawk's class teacher. In my first two years I was Puffin class teacher in Year 1 and learnt so much from other colleagues which allowed me to get stuck into the teaching role. This year, I am looking forward to stretching my teaching abilities further, teaching a more challenging curriculum and getting the best out of the children. In Hawk class, learning is fun and engaging in which all children have the opportunity to shine in their own individual way.

• Miss Massey
  Class Teacher
  Miss Massey

• Miss Sumal
  Class Teacher, Learning Support Assistant
  Miss Sumal

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  Hi, my name is Miss Sumal. This is my fifth year working at Roecroft - I started working in Year 3 and then moved up to Year 4 and have been there ever since. I enjoy working with small groups of children with my Mental Maths and Reading Comprehension groups and love helping the children prepare to take their next steps moving up to their new schools.

  Outside of school my hobbies are rollerskating, reading, playing badminton and relaxing and meditation.

• Miss Quince
  Learning Support Assistant
  Miss Quince

  I have been working at Roecroft for a few years now. I started as a 1:1 Learning Support Assistant working in KS2 and currently work in Year 1, Penguin class as the class Learning Support Assistant, supporting small groups of children in and out of the classroom.

 

Cover Teaching Team

 

• Miss Blyth
  HLTA
  Miss Blyth

  I have been working at Roecroft for 3 years now, starting as a classroom TA. I am privileged to work with all the year groups at Roecroft. I provide cover for classes when the teachers have their PPA time. I get to know lots of children across the school, teaching subjects such as Geography, History, DT, French and Music.

• Mrs Bradshaw
  Cover Supervisor
  Mrs Bradshaw

 

SENDCO Team

 

• Mrs Taylor
  SENDCo
  Mrs Taylor

  In school I oversee the day-to-day operation of the school's SEND policy. I support staff with the identification of children with special educational needs, while also drawing on my many years of teaching experience to provide staff with the support needed, to ensure that pupils are fully able to access school life and reach their full potential.

• Mrs Pateman
  Enrichment Teacher
  Mrs Pateman

  I am the pupil premium teacher and lead at Roecroft Lower School. My role is to ensure our disadvantaged children reach their full potential, through providing academic support in English and Maths and through providing enrichment activities. I am passionate about our enrichment curriculum as I believe it provides opportunities for our children to develop their character through Resilience, Risk Taking, Self-esteem, Team Building and Curiosity (RRSTC), as well as helping to diminish barriers to learning such as attendance, attitude, behaviour, well-being and emotional difficulties. I have over 10 years of teaching experience but have enjoyed working at Roecroft the most!

• Mrs Valpy
  Behavioural and Pastoral Support Worker
  Mrs Valpy

  My role is to support children with developing their speech and language needs. I work with class teachers and LSAs to support the delivery of activities provided by the NHS Speech therapists who assess the children in school. I have regular contact with parents to keep them involved in the process and track the children's progress accordingly.

  During the school day I run a variety of nurture-themed interventions on a 1:1 basis and in small groups for children who need social and emotional support through playing games, discussion, and art activities. As a school we work closely with external agencies to help us identify children who need support and give us guidance on the best way to help our children and families in difficult times.

 

Admin Team

 

• Mrs Gibson
  Office Manager
  Mrs Gibson

  I've worked in the school office at Roecroft since 2020 and really enjoy the variety involved in this role. My main responsibilities are pupil attendance and admissions, monitoring staff absences and booking staff training, creating the school newsletter, and Stotfold News updates along with first aid, general reception duties and clerical support.

• Mrs Cheshire
  Admin Assistant
  Mrs Cheshire

  I have worked for Roecroft since June 2022 in the School Office and have really enjoyed the variety of work in my role, from first aid which lets me get to meet some of the children to coordinating clubs and trips. No day is the same here and it is a lovely place to work.

• Mrs Pettigrew
  Admin Assistant
  Mrs Pettigrew

  I began working in administration over 30 years ago! During this time, I have held several administrative positions including being a PA, Account Coordinator and Business Support Manager.

  I enjoy the variety of tasks which come from working in a school office, and the lively and positive environment which exists at Roecroft Lower School.

  Outside of work, I enjoy playing tennis, going to the gym and spending time with my family and friends.

• Mrs Parry
  Finance Manager
  Mrs Parry

  I have worked at Roecroft since 2018. I am responsible for all things Finance; from placing orders and paying invoices to budget monitoring, Quarterly and Year End reporting and Outturn Forecasts. I work closely with Mrs Cross and the Governing Body to help the School maintain a strong, strategic financial plan.

 

Lunchtime Team

 

• Mrs Grigg
  Senior MDSA
  Mrs Grigg

• Mrs Allen
  MDSA
  Mrs Allen

  I have been at Roecroft for nearly 18 months. I initially started as a Midday Supervisor then also took on an extra role as a Learning Support Assistant this academic year, becoming playground lead and working alongside the midday team. I love working at Roecroft and am looking forward to the opportunities and learning that come with the jobs that I do within the school.

• Mrs Gurney
  MDSA
  Mrs Gurney

  I work as a 1-1 LSA and a MDS. I enjoy working with all the children from different years groups. Working with children is something I've always wanted to do and I'm very lucky to be a part of the Roecroft family.

  Outside of work I love spending time with my 3 lovely children. We love walking and exploring our lovely village.

• Mrs Rahman
  MDSA
  Mrs Rahman

• Mrs Rayner
  MDSA
  Mrs Rayner

• Mrs Ready
  MDSA
  Mrs Ready

• Mrs Snowden
  MDSA
  Mrs Snowden

  I have been part of the Roecroft family for the past 18 months. I currently work in Key Stage 2 as a 1:1 LSA, I thrive watching the children in my class learning and interacting with their peers. When I joined the school I took on the role of Senior Midday Supervisor, and still enjoy this job everyday. Doing this role gives me the pleasure to spend time with every child in the school daily.

• Mrs Williams
  MDSA
  Mrs Williams

• Mrs Williams
  MDSA
  Mrs Williams

• Mrs Woodrow
  MDSA
  Mrs Woodrow

• Miss Timmis
  MDSA
  Miss Timmis

• Miss Tucker
  MDSA
  Miss Tucker

• Mrs Branch
  MDSA
  Mrs Branch

 

Site Staff

 

• Mr Penny
  Site Manager
  Mr Penny

  My role is to keep the school functioning, particularly in respect of the security of the premises, heating, lighting, cleaning and to undertake a range of handyperson tasks, including simple plumbing, electrical and carpentry tasks.

• Miss Cameron
  Cleaning Supervisor
  Miss Cameron

• Mr Jones
  Cleaner
  Mr Jones

• Miss Prior
  Cleaner
  Miss Prior

• Mr Quince
  Cleaner
  Mr Quince

• Miss Williams
  Cleaner
  Miss Williams

• Miss Sharp
  Cleaner
  Miss Sharp

• Mr Skinner
  Cleaner
  Mr Skinner

• Mr Fozi
  Cleaner
  Mr Fozi

• Miss Rowe
  Cleaner
  Miss Rowe