Who’s Who? | Webheath Academy

Leadership Team

Mrs Burton

Headteacher

Designated Safeguarding Lead

My degree is in Art and History and I have been teaching for over twenty years. I specialised in Special Education Needs and have a Masters in working with any age group with specific learning difficulties and have qualifications for both Dyslexia and Dyscalculia teaching support. I am married with three children and a very mad dog who keeps me very busy.

Mrs Heffernan

Deputy Head

Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead

I began teaching in 2003 and have enjoyed lots of different challenges throughout my time at Webheath. I enjoy teaching all subjects but English and P.E. are my specialisms. I love working at Webheath and supporting all children to be the very best that they can be, regardless of their starting point. Outside of school, I enjoy playing netball and going for a run, although I think my marathon days are behind me!

Miss Clifton

Assistant Head / Year 5 Teacher - 5EC

Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead

My passion for education has taken me around the world, teaching in South Africa and India. I love how teaching allows me to contribute towards each child's journey. Outside of school, I am usually found training in the gym, walking my dog or travelling.

Mrs Woodward

Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator

Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead

I am the SENCo in school, and enjoy working with children in all of the different year groups. I especially enjoy teaching PE, because I like to be active and before and after school you can often see me running around the parks in Redditch. I am also enjoying teaching the children in Year 1- learning, creating and growing together with them.

Miss Pettit

Phase Leader EYFS / Year 1 Teacher - 1ZP

I have been at Webheath since 2020, but have been teaching for many more years than I can remember, in both small and large settings. I really enjoy learning in the outdoors and going down to the forest. I enjoy inspiring children to read following my own love of reading. I love animals and can often be found visiting animals at the weekend. My favourite animal is a penguin. Reception is such a great year, and I look forward to meeting each new cohort and learning in fun and exciting ways.

Mrs C Biddle

Phase Leader Years 1 & 2 / Year 2 Teacher - 2CB

I've been teaching at Webheath for many years across Key Stage 1 and 2; and I absolutely love it! Apart from seeing lots of smiley faces everyday, my favourite thing is watching the children have those 'light bulb' moments when they realise they can do it and they build their self belief. Outside of school, I enjoy time with my family and taking my dog, called Rosie, on long walks over the fields.

Miss Tyler

Phase Leader Years 3 & 4 / Year 3 Teacher

Within my teaching career I have taught across both Key Stage 1 and 2, and have taught at Webheath since 2023. From the age of eight, I knew I was destined to become a teacher; passionate in making every child’s school journey a happy and successful experience. I enjoy teaching the whole curriculum, but particularly, I love to read, put my maths skills into practice and be creative within art. Outside of school, I continue to show my creativity by baking and decorating cakes.

Mr Mellor

Phase Leader Years 5 & 6 / Y6 Teacher

I have been teaching since 2003 having studied for a degree in Art/History.

My passion is teaching and learning. I love Reading, Maths, Music and Art. Most of all I enjoy seeing the children believe in themselves, showing the fruits of all their dedication and hard work! Outside of school, I have 3 children and a crazy cat! I love playing guitar in my band and songwriting.

Teaching Staff

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Mrs Smart

Nursery Manager

I qualified as a NNEB Nursery Nurse in 1989 and have been working in Pre-schools and Nurseries ever since!

In more recent years I gained a BA Hons degree in Early Childhood and Early Years Teacher Status. I am passionate about Early Years and learning through play. I have been working at Webheath since 2011 and the nursery is my favourite place to be.

Every day is different and just when I think I've seen it all, the children teach me something new! I have two grown up children, who both came to Webheath, and in my spare time I enjoy researching local history and family trees.

Mrs Holman

Reception Teacher - RHH

I am one of the Reception teachers at Webheath. I am very passionate about early education. It is uplifting to be part of a curriculum which is inspired by capturing the children’s interests and promoting a love of learning. I believe in Reception we are the foundation to engaging your children into enjoying and taking control of their learning. Whilst at school I enjoy getting creative in the art area and spending time in the mud kitchen trying out new recipes served by the children. I want your children’s Reception year at Webheath to be happy and full of wonderful memories of make new friends, getting creative, being curious, enjoying lots of stories, learning new skills, solving problems and so much more. It is a privilege to watch the children at Webheath achieve in so many areas of their learning. I am very fortunate to work with a team of staff that will go over and beyond to provide the children with the best education.

Mrs Ashforth

Reception Teacher - RCA

Mrs Mayne

Teacher, Management and PPA Cover - Reception

I work with the children whilst their teachers are having PPA, management or curriculum time. Mainly based in Reception and Key Stage 1, I really enjoy helping the children develop into young readers, writers and mathematicians, while discovering their own unique personalities. When I am not at school I enjoy reading and visiting National Trust properties with my family.

Miss Pettit

Phase Leader EYFS / Year 1 Teacher - 1ZP

Miss Moseley

Year 1 Teacher - 1EM

I am a year 1 teacher at Webheath and began teaching here in April 2023. I have been a teacher for 6 years and have worked with children in all year groups across the primary setting. I am passionate about music and currently lead music here at Webheath. Outside of school, I am a musician and play flute, saxophone, piano and love to sing too. I have been a part of many different choirs, orchestras and bands throughout my life and love passing on my knowledge to the children I teach.

Mrs C Biddle

Phase Leader Years 1 & 2 / Year 2 Teacher - 2CB

Mrs Rhodes

Year 2 Teacher - 2JR/KE

I have been teaching at Webheath Primary School since January 2008.

I am currently a teacher in Year 3 and the PSHE lead.

I love teaching as every day is different! I love to create enjoyable and fun learning experiences within the classroom that creates happy memories for the children I teach that will hopefully last a lifetime.

Outside of school I enjoy spending time with my family and friends. I am a doting grandmother to 3 beautiful granddaughters who I love playing and having fun with. I have a white Boxer dog called Ghost who loves to go on long walks and roll in muddy puddles!

Miss Evans

Year 2 Teacher - 2JR/KE & OPAL Lead

Miss Tyler

Phase Leader Years 3 & 4 / Year 3 Teacher

Miss Green

Year 3 Teacher - 3KG

I have been a teacher for eight years and love to have a sing and a dance in the classroom to make our learning as fun as possible. My favourite lessons are Art, Maths and Geography. In my free time, I enjoy going for walks and spending time with my family.

Miss Child

Year 4 Teacher - 4LC

I am lucky enough to be 9 years into my teaching career and my 6th year teaching Year 4. One of my favourite subjects to teach is History since I am fascinated by how people lived in the past. I also enjoy building children's confidence in Maths as I found it tricky at school myself! In my spare time, I am a keen cook and enjoy long walks with my cheeky, little dog Timmy.

Miss Harris

Year 4 Teacher - 4KH

I am a year 4 teacher at Webheath. My favourite subjects are PE, Science and Maths. I enjoy making lessons as active and practical as possible. My favourite part about teaching is helping to build children’s confidence and academic ability through a positive mental attitude. Outside of school, you will usually find me spending time with family or doing something physically active such as running.

Miss Clifton

Assistant Head / Year 5 Teacher - 5EC

Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead

Miss Steele

Year 5 Teacher - 5SS

I have been a teacher at Webheath Primary since 2022. My favourite thing about teaching is finding new ways to be creative in all lessons and my favourite lessons are art & PE! When I'm not at school I enjoy spending time with all of my animals - I have a lot of pets!

Miss Robinson

Year 5 Teacher - 5EC

I've been teaching here at Webheath since 2015. I've taught across Key Stage 1 and 2. I love teaching all subjects, especially when children can be creative! Outside of school, I am now a mum and enjoy looking after all of my animals! There is a long list, horses ,pigs, chickens, dogs and cows so you will usually always find me in wellies and mud!

Miss Taylor

Year 5 Teacher

I started teaching in 2019 and I have a true passion for my job, seeing children achieve in areas they find difficult and the confidence they feel when they finally say I can do it’ is one of the best parts of my job. I enjoy making the learning fun for children I teach. My favourite subject is Art as I love to get creative but I also enjoy English and being creative in my writing. Outside of work I like to keep fit and exercise by going to the gym or for a swim. I am a true animal lover and would love to be able to bring my pet rabbit, Bonnie into my classroom one day.

Mr Mellor

Phase Leader Years 5 & 6 / Y6 Teacher

I have been teaching since 2003 having studied for a degree in Art/History.

Mrs Waite

Year 6 Teacher - 6EW

Miss Hopkins

Teacher, Management & PPA Cover

Mrs King

Teacher, Management and PPA Cover

I began my teaching career many years ago in Wiltshire. I moved to Worcestershire after my husband's job move to Birmingham. I have taught across the Primary Age range and am currently supporting in a variety of Year groups to allow classteachers time for management, PPA and subject leadership. I love the enthusiasm of Primary age children and those 'light bulb' moments when they suddenly understand something they previously found tricky! It makes it so worthwhile. In my spare time I enjoy going to the theatre, knitting projects, pilates, yoga and taking Stanley, my springer spaniel on long walks.

Support Staff

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Mrs Amos

Teaching Assistant/Cover Supervisor

Miss Bayliss

Teaching Assistant - Nursery

Mrs Corden

Teaching Assistant - Nursery

Miss Ogden

Teaching Assistant - Nursery

Mrs Newburn

Teaching Assistant Reception

Mrs Haywood

Teaching Assistant Reception

I very much enjoy going on walks with my dogs and I absolutely love being creative.

Mrs Battey

Teaching Assistant Year 1

I have worked with children in Education for over 20 years, having been at Webheath for 10 of those. I enjoy spending time with my family and walking in the Lake District.

Mrs Reeves

Teaching Assistant Year 1

Mrs Broome

Teaching Assistant Year 2

I've worked as a Teaching Assistant at Webheath since 2022, having previously worked at a children's charity for 8 years. What I love about this role is that I feel a huge sense of achievement when helping to support each child on their learning journey and it brings me great joy seeing the difference that I can help to make to their progression and development. In my spare time I'm an avid reader (I love escaping in a good book) and enjoy arts and crafts.

Mrs Greaves

Specialist Teaching Assistant (Phonics & Reading) / Year 2

I began working at Webheath in 2009 when my own children were still at the school. I find supporting the children with their learning very rewarding, and have spent time with most year groups over the years. On a personal note, you may see me out and about in the local area, either running, walking or cycling. I do enjoy the outdoors!

Mrs Dean

Specialist Teaching Assistant (SALT) - Year 3

I joined the school in 2009 and work across the school as the Speech and Language intervention Teaching Assistant. Outside of school I enjoy going running.

Ms Bickford

Teaching Assistant Year 3

Mrs Mackin

Teaching Assistant - Year 4

Mrs Daniell

Teaching Assistant Year 5

Mrs Allen

Specialist Teaching Assistant (Maths) / Year 6

I have been working at Webheath since 2002, and during this time I have worked in most year groups. I find it very rewarding being able to help and support the children with their learning. Out of school I love spending time with my family and friends.

Mrs White

Teaching Assistant 1-1

Miss Dempsey

Teaching Assistant 1-1

Miss Horsburgh

Teaching Assistant 1-1

Miss Hancox

Teaching Assistant 1-1

Mrs Riaz

Teaching Assistant 1-1

Admin Support Staff

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Mrs Pitt

School Secretary

Mrs Thornewell

Senior Administrator

I have worked at Webheath since 2013, starting initially as a Teaching Assistant in Early Years. In 2018 I changed roles and now work within finance administration, HR and PA to Mrs Burton. I have two grown up children and a crazy labradoodle!

Mrs L Biddle

Administration Assistant

I currently work part time in the School office, as historically my career has been administration and customer service based. I've previously worked in a high school supporting social and emotional wellbeing in secondary aged students, which led to my degree in Counselling. I now combine these two roles. My hobbies have gone out of the window, to be replaced by 'football mum' and 'dance mum' duties, which I wouldn't change for the world!

Wrap Around Care Team

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Ms Brooker

WAC Manager

I have been working at Webheath Academy Primary School since September 2023 and am thoroughly enjoying seeing the children in a different environment to the classroom, having taught for over 25 years. Outside of school, my two teenage daughters keep me very busy, and we enjoy going on family walks in the countryside and playing board games together. I also enjoy cooking and all outdoor pursuits. In my spare time, I love to travel and am lucky enough to have visited many countries, mainly in Europe and Asia. I also like to go to the theatre (musicals are my favourite shows), the cinema and attend live music events.

Miss Pinfold

WAC Deputy Manager & OPAL Play Leader

Having graduated with a degree in Primary Education, being Deputy Manager of WAC is a great start to my career. I have a passion for building positive relationships with children and hope to develop into a pastoral role. In my spare time I love to read.

Ms Serrao

Wrap Around Care Practitioner

Taking a change of direction in career from finance to education has seen me volunteering at first schools in Redditch and Droitwich Spa, and has lead me to my current role as a wrap around care practitioner at Webheath Academy, which I began in February 2024. I thoroughly enjoy my job, as every day is different! Any spare time I have is often spent with my teenage daughters and extended family. We like nothing more than a shopping trip to Manchester or London, visiting theme parks and catching up on the latest tv shows.

Mrs Matthews

Wrap Around Care Practitioner & Midday Supervisor

I started at Webheath Academy in December 2023, having worked in children’s nurseries for over 30 years. For the first 18 years of my career, I worked closely tracking the development and learning of pre-school aged children. I then spent the remaining 14 years caring for and nurturing our youngest babies. Over these 30 plus years, I have gained many skills and varied experiences, which have developed over time. I am now enjoying working with a wider age range of children, as I continue using my knowledge and skills to explore building solid relationships with the children in my care. I have four children of my own, as well as 6 grandchildren and in my spare time I enjoy going on outings to parks, bowling and the seaside with the family. I also like to practise Pilates, go walking and visit different towns and cities around Britain.

Miss Haines

Wrap Around Care Practitioner

I have worked at Webheath Academy Primary School since 2001. My first role was as a teaching assistant, mainly in Early Years and Nursery, and I then joined the wrap around care team as a practitioner. My job now is solely working in wrap around care, which I have done for over 20 years. In my spare time, I enjoy meeting up with my family and friends for meals out and day trips. I also love musical theatre and am an avid reader.