Pam Tulley / Steve Rowley / Richard Wood / Katie Hill / Rev David Alderson / : Co-opted Governors.
Co-opted governors are appointed by the governing body to represent community interests. They can be individuals who
The definition of a co-opted governor is wide. People from a business or professional background and minor authority representatives can be appointed as co-opted governors.
Pam Tulley - Co-opted Governor
Current Term of Office - 01/09/2019 to 31/08/2023
Register of interests and other positions held - None
Committees - Strategic (Chair), Pupils and Personnel, Finance and General Purpose
Link roles - Teaching and Learning, Curriculum
I was appointed as a co-opted governor because I have lived in Newthorpe for 40 years. During this time, I worked in the local education service and when I retired being a governor provided a great opportunity to put something back into my local community and to work on behalf of its children. Because of my background in education my link work at the school often focuses on teaching, learning, the curriculum and assessment of children’s progress.
Steve Rowley - Co-opted Governor
Current Term of Office - 01/09/2019 to 31/08/2023
Register of interests and other positions held - None
Committees - Pupils and Personnel (Chair), Strategic
Link roles - Safeguarding
My aim as a Governor is to ensure that all children at Greasley Beauvale receive the best education and social development possible so they can all achieve their full potential. I strongly believe that our children's safety is paramount and for that reason my main role is as the school's Named Safeguarding Governor. I have received comprehensive training and continue to develop my knowledge in this field to maintain the safety of each and every child.
If you have any safeguarding issues or bullying concerns then please contact the Headteacher in the first instance or contact me in confidence via the school office.
Richard Wood - Co-opted Governor
Current Term of Office - 01/09/2019 to 31/08/2023
Register of interests and other positions held - None
Committees - Strategic, Finance
Link roles - Early Years Foundation Stage and Key Stage One
As a retired local government officer I am delighted to be able to serve on the governing body of my local primary school which both my wife and I attended as well as my daughter. I find helping young people to reach their potential is hugely rewarding and in addition to my governor role I am a regular classroom helper in the school.
Katie Hill - Co-opted Governor (Vice-Chair of Governors)
Current Term of Office - 19/07/2016 to 18/07/2020
Register of interests and other positions held - None
Committees - Finance, Pupils & Personnel and Strategic
Link Roles - Pupil Premium, Early Help, LAC
I was appointed as a co-opted governor as I live in Newthorpe, have children at the school and have worked within various local authorities and educational establishments throughout my career. I have extensive experience of working with children and families, with a focus around safeguarding, and have a passion for ensuring all children are able to achieve and meet the best outcomes possible. I aim to bring both my professional and personal knowledge to the governing body and in doing so hope to promote the enjoyment and attainment of children within the school.
Rev David Alderson - Co-opted Governor
Current Term of Office - 19/07/2017 to 18/07/2021
Register of interests and other positions held - None
Committees - Finance, Pupils and Personnel and Strategic
Link Roles - SMSC,RE and PSHE
As the Minister at Newthorpe Baptist Church and having previously served as a Primary School Governor in Leicestershire, I am pleased to have the opportunity to join the governing team at Greasley Beauvale.
My aim is to support the school in whatever way I am able and to try to ensure that through regular training and development I am able to contribute to help the school continue to be a successful, happy and fulfilling place in which to work or learn.