Staff

  • Miss Natalie Powers

    Lead Practitioner

    natalie.preschool22@gmail.com

    I joined St Joseph’s Pre-school in September 2013 and I have a BAHons Degree in Early Years Education Studies and a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) in Primary and Early Years.

    I enjoy working at St Joseph’s Pre-school as you are able to see the holistic development of the child. I see children become more confident socially and academically while being in a fun and safe environment where they are able to risk-take.

  • Mrs Claire Ajayi

    Deputy Practitioner

    I have an NVQ 2 and 3 Early Years Childcare and Education and a Level 4 certificate in Early Years Practice.

    I joined St Joseph’s Pre-school in September 2013. I enjoy working at St Joseph's, it is a caring and fun environment.

  • Mrs Kayleigh Niven

    Deputy Practitioner

    I have worked at St Joseph’s Pre-school from September 2014. I have a Level 3 diploma in Childcare and Education.

    I really enjoy working in St Joseph's pre-school. I feel, as a team, we all work really hard together ensuring the children develop in a positive, fun and safe learning environment.

  • Miss Hope Elliott

    Bank Staff

    I have worked at St Joseph’s Pre-school since January 2017 after completing numerous work experience placements at this setting since July 2014. I have a Level 3 Certificate in Childcare and Education.

    I enjoy working with the children, supporting their play and extending their imagination.

  • Mrs Marie Knight

    Practitioner

    I started working in St Joseph's Pre-school in June 2017. I started as a 1:1 practitioner and enjoyed supporting the child to develop and learn; guiding them in a fun and caring manner.

    I completed my Level 3 in Childcare and Education in March 2019.

  • Mrs Mary Elmer

    Bank Staff

  • Mrs Brenda Knight

    Bank Staff

  • Miss Heidi Saunders

    1:1 Practitioner

    I joined St Joseph's Pre-school in October 2022 as a 1:1 practitioner. I have a level 2 certificate in Principles of Working with Individuals with Learning Disabilities. I have experience with children with SEN which has given me a wealth of knowledge to bring to the position.