Staffing at Barley Fields Primary


At Barley Fields Primary School, we believe that great schools are built by great people. We are incredibly proud of our dedicated and talented team, who bring energy, expertise, kindness and a shared commitment to helping every child thrive.

From teachers and teaching assistants to school leaders, office staff, our caretaker, lunchtime supervisors and cleaning team, every member of our school family has an important part to play. Together, we create a school where children feel safe, valued and inspired; where they are encouraged to be curious, confident and ambitious; and where they are supported to achieve their very best.

Our staff bring a wealth of experience, professional knowledge and specialist skills to our school. Through strong teamwork and a shared commitment to excellence, we provide high-quality teaching, nurturing pastoral care and rich opportunities that help children develop academically, socially and emotionally.

Our teachers and teaching assistants inspire a love of learning and help children discover their strengths. Our office team provides the organisation, care and communication that keep our school running smoothly. Our caretaker helps ensure our school is safe, secure, well maintained and ready for learning each day. Our lunchtime supervisors make lunchtimes a positive, enjoyable and safe part of the school day, while our cleaning team takes pride in creating a clean, welcoming environment for everyone.

Most importantly, we are one team. Every adult contributes to the positive culture, character and sense of belonging that make Barley Fields Primary School such a special place to learn and grow.

Below, you can meet our staff and discover the different roles they play in making our school a happy, successful and inspiring place for every child.

RoleName
Head TeacherMiss C Briston
Deputy Head TeacherMrs C Shildrick
Nursery TeacherMiss R Johnson
Early Years Team Leader & Reception TeacherMrs T Flores Dominguez
Reception TeacherMrs K Ripley
Reception TeacherMrs B Allan
Reception TeacherMrs K Holmes
Year 1 TeacherMrs N Thompson
Year 1 TeacherMiss E Bateman
Year 1 TeacherMiss C Williams
KS1 Team Leader & Year 2 TeacherMrs E Brand
Year 2 TeacherMrs V Weegram
Year 2 Teacher Mrs A Baxter
Year 2 Teacher Mrs E Richardson
LKS2 Team Leader &
Year 3 Teacher (maternity leave)
Miss E Durrani
LKS2 Team Leader & Year 3 Teacher Miss A Lane
Year 3 TeacherMrs Z Nicholls
Year 3 Teacher Mrs L Walters
Year 4 Teacher Mrs A Davage
Year 4 TeacherMrs K Wyer
Year 4 TeacherMiss A Cooper
Year 5 TeacherMrs J Pisani
Year 5 TeacherMrs K Fascia
Year 5 TeacherMrs C Gaynon
Year 5 TeacherMr M Bourne
Upper Key Stage 2 Leader & Year 6 TeacherMiss A Barton
Year 6 TeacherMiss C Lumsden
Year 6 TeacherMrs A Birkett
Year 6 Teacher (maternity leave)Miss O Fairclough
PE SpecialistMrs S Leighton
Music Specialist Mrs S Forster
PPA CoverMrs E Docherty
Teaching AssistantMrs K Conway
Teaching AssistantMrs A Clennett
Teaching AssistantMrs I Tanveer
Teaching AssistantMrs J McColgan
Teaching AssistantMrs G McGee
Teaching AssistantMrs R Taylor
Teaching AssistantMrs J Hawkins
Teaching AssistantMiss A Farrell
Teaching AssistantMrs J Gauchi
Teaching AssistantMrs J Leckonby
Specialist SEND TAMrs V Hammond
Office ManagerMrs C Hoyle
AdministratorMrs J Druett
AdministratorMrs L Clarke
CaretakerMrs J Symmonds
Lunchtime SupervisorMs J Arnett
Lunchtime Supervisor / CleanerMrs K Bell
Lunchtime Supervisor / CleanerMiss J Hainsworth
Lunchtime SupervisorMrs M Sawley
Lunchtime SupervisorMrs A Houlston
Lunchtime Supervisor / CleanerMrs Y Akhtar
Lunchtime SupervisorMrs S Hannah
Lunchtime SupervisorMrs K Garland
Lunchtime SupervisorMrs K Boddy
CleanerMiss L Smith