Staff

The staff at Riversdale have the best interests of the children in mind. Our aim is to ensure that all children under our care, have the opportunity to achieve their fullest potential and harness their individuality.

We respect the rights and responsibilities of all global citizens, and to this end, we ask that all staff members are referred to by their first names.

Below is a list of our staff and their roles within the school; if you have any questions or concerns about your child and their progress, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Senior Leadership Team

Amy Roberts - Headteacher

Tracey Tattersall - Acting Deputy Headteacher (SEND & INCLUSION)

Steven Sousa - Acting Deputy Headteacher (TEACHING & LEARNING)

SEND Team:

Mainstream SENCo: Tracey Tattersall

ASD Base SENCo: Rachel Dallimore

Early Years Teams:

Nursery: Helen, Timea & Lesley (Nursery Nurse/Teacher)

Rainbow: Fartuun & Kirsty

Sunshine: Isabelle & Stacey

Little Gems: Felicia, Natalie, Hajar & Sara

Key Stage 1 Teams:

Sapphire: Jenny & Shamaila

Emerald: Hana & Rachel E

Pearl: Tom & Zunaira

Ruby: Fred & Kayla

Gems 1: Oana, Uzma, Olena & Charlie B

Key Stage 2 Teams:

Diamond: Gillian, Marie & Mirka

Topaz: Camilla, Marie & Mirka

Amber: Fin, Charlie G & Mo

Peridot: Bronwynn, Charlie G & Kelly

Amethyst: Shukurat & Garry

Quartz: Basil & Sameena

Garnet: Scott, Nadia, Jade & Pam

Opal: Mark, Leah & Collins

Gems 2: Rachel D, Aaron, Joe & Alex

Teaching Staff (Whole School)

Katy - Art Teacher

Claire - PE Teacher

Enrique - Spanish Teacher

Arlene - SCAT Teacher

Hazel - SCAT Teacher

Nahid - SCAT Teacher

Patrick - SCAT Teacher & Staff Coach

Additional Support Staff

Sandra M - Learning Mentor

Naomi - Therapist

Auruna - Wraparound Staff

Elmo - Therapy Dog

Administrative & Premises Staff

Bernadette - Senior Admin Officer

Rachel H - Admin Officer

Sharon - Office Staff

Svenja - Office Staff

Paul - Premises Officer