Senior Leadership Team (ID 1166)

• Lisa Bernard
  Headteacher and Designated Safeguarding Lead
  Lisa Bernard

  I have worked at the school since September 2007, initially as a class teacher and then as Maths Subject Leader, Assistant Head, Head of School and took up the post of Headteacher in September 2016. I had previous experience as a governor for eight years (1999 - 2007) at the local Infant School my two children attended. I was Chair of Governors there for 4 years and it was whilst in this role that I decided to re-train, as a teacher, achieving a First Class BA Honours Degree with Qualified Teacher Status at Northampton University in July 2007. "For me, teaching is both a passion and a priviledge that gives me the opportunity to help so many children to realise their potential and prepare for their future lives in an ever changing world."

• Ben Northedge
  Deputy Headteacher
  Ben Northedge

  I began my teaching career in 2013, having qualified with a PGCE (Primary) at the University of Northampton, where I had previously graduated with a BSc (Hons) in Sport and Exercise Science. Since then I have worn many hats: class teacher, Maths Subject Leader, PE Lead, Assessment Lead and Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead, with previous posts at Eastlands Primary School and Henry Hinde School. I have also served as a KS2 Moderator for Warwickshire County Council. More recently I qualified as an accredited Professional Development Lead with the NCETM, and I currently work as a Local Leader of Maths Education for Origin Maths Hub, leading the Mastering Number at Key Stage 2 programme across a group of schools. I am delighted that the next chapter of my career will be written at Clifton-Upon-Dunsmore C of E Primary School as your Deputy Headteacher, and I look forward to getting to know each and every one of you.

• Tina Raffell
  Early Years Lead and DSL
  Tina Raffell

  I started teaching in 1993 after a four-year BEd Honours degree, specialising in Biological Sciences. I began teaching in Clifton in 1996. My passion for Early Years began at University, and I have always taught in Reception. I have been an EYFS moderator and a Specialist Leader of Education for Early Years and Literacy. These roles allowed me to support and train Teachers and Teaching Assistants across the Primary age range in Warwickshire. I love spending time with my family and my three beagles. I am also a Star Wars, Marvel and DC enthusiast and love going to the cinema.

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• Jason Warner
  SLT and DSL
  Jason Warner

Teaching Staff (ID 1167)

• Tina Raffell
  EYFS Lead and EY Designated Safeguarding Lead,
  Tina Raffell

  I started teaching in 1993 after a four-year BEd Honours degree, specialising in Biological Sciences. I began teaching in Clifton in 1996. My passion for Early Years began at University, and I have always taught in Reception. I have been an EYFS moderator and a Specialist Leader of Education for Early Years and Literacy. These roles allowed me to support and train Teachers and Teaching Assistants across the Primary age range in Warwickshire. I love spending time with my family and my three beagles. I am also a Star Wars, Marvel and DC enthusiast and love going to the cinema.

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• Tom Page
  Class Teacher
  Tom Page

• Ogo Sefia
  Class Teacher
  Ogo Sefia

  I started teaching in London in 2015, and moved to Clifton three years ago.

  Within Clifton School, I am the Year 2 teacher as well as PE lead with experience across Early Years and Key Stage 1. My passion lies in nurturing children especially from the basics. I love teaching and inspiring young minds to become creative thinkers and independent learners. In my spare time, I enjoy family time with my husband and two children, I like going on long walks, reading, singing and travelling to experience other cultures and peoples

• Hayley Bradshaw
  Class Teacher
  Hayley Bradshaw

• Jason Warner
  Class teacher and Designated Safeguarding Lead
  Jason Warner

• Nicola Burbery
  Class teacher and Designated Safeguarding Lead
  Nicola Burbery

  I have worked at Clifton Primary School since September 2011, teaching across key stage 1 and key stage 2, currently in Year 5. Within school, I am the lead for the pastoral care of our staff, pupils and families. I enjoy teaching all the primary subjects, with a particular passion for science. Away from school, I am the proud mum of two young children, enjoy fun days out and holidays by the coast.

  “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” Mandela

• Sana Rahman
  Class Teacher
  Sana Rahman

• Alida Weeks
  RE Lead and Teacher
  Alida Weeks

  I decided I wanted to become a primary school teacher when I was inspired by my extremely caring and nurturing Year 2 teacher. I undertook a four-year teaching degree at Warwick University, specialising in English, qualifying in 2002.

  Since working at Clifton-Upon-Dunsmore, I have become the R.E. subject lead and R.E. teacher across the school. This is a role I am extremely passionate about as it helps children to gain a deep awareness and understanding of their own and others' unique identities as they explore life's big mysteries.

  When I'm not teaching, my two boys keep me busy with art and craft projects, outdoor pursuits like body boarding and we enjoy adventures in new countries.

Support Staff (ID 1168)

• Stephanie Billing
  Support Staff
  Stephanie Billing

• Trudy Bovington
  Support Staff
  Trudy Bovington

  Since qualifying as a Learning Support Assistant, I have spent time in various Primary Schools gaining invaluable experience. I am honoured to now be part of the Clifton family with a focused remit to help and assist in the children's learning.

  I enjoy drawing, painting and spending lots of precious time with my family.

• Colin Gynn
  Support Staff
  Colin Gynn

  Having qualified as a primary school teacher in 1989 I enjoyed 33 years teaching across all phases of primary education; including 13 years as a Headteacher. I retired from teaching in August 2022 and joined Clifton in September 2022 as a teaching assistant. I am thoroughly enjoying the opportunity to continue to support children in their learning. Away from school I have four grown up children and am an avid supporter of Northampton Saints Rugby Club.

• Jessica Hull
  Support Staff
  Jessica Hull

• Wendy Mayall
  Support Staff
  Wendy Mayall

  I joined Clifton Primary School in September 2022, as a supply TA. I loved it so much that I stayed and became a permanent employee.

  I love to crochet, and enjoy watching quiz shows on TV. (I can do both at once!)

• Lucy Saunders
  Support Staff
  Lucy Saunders

  "Following a career in international market research publishing, I decided to retrain as a Primary School Language Teacher, specialising in teaching languages (French and Spanish). I have worked both as a Class Teacher and, more recently, in support roles spanning age ranges from pre-school to A-Level. I enjoy keeping fit (swimming, kickboxing classes, walking and running), sewing and jewelry-making. I also love reading and have been running my own book club for many years."

• Anuja Sharma
  Support Staff
  Anuja Sharma

  I have recently joined Clifton Primary in September 2024. I have an extensive teaching experience of 12 years in India and a short tenure as a Teaching Assistant in the UK. I am very excited to join this school and support the students in their academic and personal growth.

• Florentyna Sheridan
  Support Staff
  Florentyna Sheridan

• Rachel Stiles
  Support Staff
  Rachel Stiles

  I have been working with Clifton-upon-Dunsmore since my children attended! I have been a Teaching Assistant across both Key stages and Reception and now work in Year 6. I am also the school librarian and enjoy sharing the very best books with the whole school!

• Claire Whitington
  Support Staff
  Claire Whitington

• Nadeesha Wijayarathna
  Support Staff
  Nadeesha Wijayarathna

Pre-School Staff (ID 1225)

• Amy Townsley
  Pre-School Educator
  Amy Townsley

• Leanne Wasson
  Pre-School Teaching Assistant
  Leanne Wasson

• Paige Melville
  Pre-School Apprentice
  Paige Melville

Church Liason (ID 1170)

• Rev. Pete Bone
  Parish Vicar
  Rev. Pete Bone

Admin Staff (ID 1169)

• Linda Horton
  Office Staff
  Linda Horton

• Clare O'Brien
  Office Staff
  Clare O'Brien

• Sue Lihou
  Office Staff
  Sue Lihou

Caretaking (ID 1171)

• Barry West
  Caretaker
  Barry West