The Governors at Wallsend Jubilee play a very important role in the daily life of our school. Governors at our school are all volunteers who help run our school. Most schools, including Wallsend Jubilee, run with a group of school governors - together they are called the 'governing body'. They're involved in decisions about all aspects of managing the school - such as running buildings and budgets, supporting staff and setting standards across the school. Governors also help make big decisions about the school's long term goals. They support the headteacher, but also ask questions and challenge the headteacher about the direction of the school's aims and ambitions moving into the future.
At Wallsend Jubilee, we have a strong active governing body who come from a variety of walks of life. Not all of our governors are parents but they all have an enthusiasm, commitment and an interest in the education of all of the children at Wallsend Jubilee Primary School.
Ms Katrina Moffat B.E.M.
Chair of governors Trust governor/Health and safety/Pupil premium
"I have been a governor for North Tyneside Learning Trust since 2011 and I currently have roles at George Stephenson High School as well as Wallsend Jubilee Primary School.
I have spent all of my professional career working in education, primarily supporting students into Higher Education but also working with SEND students. I have a keen interest in social mobility and ensuring that young people are provided with the opportunities they deserve, regardless of their background.
As well as being a governor, I am also a member of Girlguiding and have a popular Guide unit in Forest Hall which gives me the opportunity to support young women to build confidence and skills for their future."
Mrs Aimee Mason
Parent Governor/SEND and Inclusion
I am Parent Governor at Wallsend Jubilee Primary School. Both of my children attend and attended the school. My daughter has just left in Year 6 and my son is in Year 2.
My background is in special educational needs, I have worked for 18 years in a secondary school specifically working with students with autism. I believe every child should be educated in a warm, caring, stimulating environment, within which the well being of the child is at the forefront of every member of staffs mind. I look forward to another successful year as Parent Governor at Wallsend Jubilee.
Mr Shaun Rutherford
Parent governor/behaviour for learning, safeguarding and child protection
I was appointed as a Parent Governor at Wallsend Jubilee Primary School in March 2022.
I have worked within the public sector for over 12 years, carrying out various roles and responsibilities that involve working closely with the community. I have regular contact with those who are vulnerable and may require support from appropriate safeguarding measures.
My daughter is currently in year 5 and I have always taken a vested interest in her education. By both working and living in the local area, I feel I have a good grasp of current affairs and understand the priorities and values of our community. Therefore I will endeavour to assist the school in making sound, well-calculated and justifiable decisions for our children.
Mr Ian Fitzpatrick
Trust governor
Mr Chris Kirkbride
Parent governor
Mrs B Scales
Staff Governor
I am proud to have worked at Wallsend Jubilee as a Class Teacher since 2018. During this time, I have taught within Year 1, Year 4 and my current position is in Year 3. Additional to my teaching role, I lead Art and Design Technology across the school, encouraging children to be creative and fulfil their talents. I am looking forward to working closely with the Early Years Foundation Stage team during my time as governor, in order to gain further insight and assist in the provision provided.
