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I am the local authority representee on the governors, I have served over 20 years and it has been an honour and a privilege to do so. I have been an elected councillor for over 18 years representing Barton ward and after the recent changes, Barton and Winton Ward. I hope that I can continue to help the school by the challenge to ourselves and the education teams to get the very best for our children. I myself am degree educated in computer science and I hope that where I can, use that skill to assist the children and the school.
I wanted to serve as a school governor as I believe we should all strive to raise aspirations and by doing so watch the children bloom and be all they can be.
I work closely with the other governors and as a team I can assure you we all have the singular mission of providing the best education we can give.
John is also our SEND and Pupil Premium link governor as well as the chair of the full governing board.
I was born in Sheffield in 1960. I studied Biblical studies at Sheffield University & attended Osterley College in London & Ushaw Collage in Durham in my studies for the priesthood & I was ordained in 1986. I have spent my ministry in both parish & military appointments, spending two years with the RAF & fourteen years with the Army, including four & a half months in Afghanistan on Herrick 14, 2010-2011. I have served in parishes in Sheffield, Leeds & now Salford. I am married to Carol & we have eight children & three grandchildren with a granddaughter on the way. My hobbies are reading, cricket & rugby (union) & supporting the best football club in the world, Sheffield United.
I am the Incumbent of St Michael & All Angels Church, Eccles and St Mary Magdalene's Church, Winton as we work in a Mission Partnership. I have been a Governor since 2014 and my particular interest is in the spiritual development of the children, as well as the Religious Education that is on offer at the school.
I am the Headteacher of Godfrey Ermen. I started my teaching career at St Philips CE and have worked in Salford for 25 years. I have taught in church and community schools during this time - from very small schools to 2-form entry primary schools like Godfrey Ermen. I have taken on the role of Deputy Headteacher in 2 schools and have been a headteacher since 2017; with my first school being St Philip's CE and now Godfrey Ermen where I became headteacher in 2022.
I started my role of Exectuve Headteacher at Godfrey Ermen in February 2022 and became substantive headteacher in 2023. I am really enjoying working with the staff team, the children and all the families as well as with the Governors.
I have worked to continue and further develop the ethos and values of Godfrey Ermen. I am keen to bring my experiences of leadership and into the governance of our school. I look forward to seeing our school go from strength to strength and impact on the lives of our families and wider school community.
I am a member of St Michael’s congregation. I have been involved with Godfrey Ermen Primary School for over 15 years, as my children used to attend the school. I have been a Governor for more than 15 years and my particular interest is in the sport provision that the school offer.
June is the link governor for attendance and visits school regularly to speak with the pastoral team.
I am passionate about education and the opportunities in life it brings. I have a wealth of experience as a primary educator recognising the vital role education and school settings play in empowering children through their lives. I became a governor at Godfrey Ermen as I believe in the school vision and PRIDE values empower children to become “global” citizens, something I believe is very important.
I am passionate about ensuring strategies, plans and decisions made about children and young people are reflective, analytical, effective and puts the child at the centre to ensure their best interest is always promoted.
Those who know me will affirm not only my sincerity, honesty and the depth of my commitment but also my tireless, boundless energy with which I do this work.
Kate is the link governor for attendance and is also link governor for standards. She visits the school regularly to meet with the children and staff.
My name is John Barker Coxon.
I was born in Preston on the 12 March 1945
Education: Manchester Central Grammar. London University. 1956-1967.
Career. 1965-2020. Electronics / computing, Royal Navy, Horticultural business owner, Water sports Instructor, Firefighter.
Practising Anglican. St Michaels Church, Peel Green. 2010 - Present.
John is the safeguarding governor for the school and comes in to school regularly to see the great work that is happening.
I am the staff governor here at Godfrey Ermen Primary School. I have worked at the school since 2011, first as a teaching assistant, then completing my teacher training year and now currently as a teacher in KS2. I am also the science lead teacher and I mentor Early Careers Teachers in the school. I have very much enjoyed being part of the school's journey over the years and I am looking forward to continuing to develop and improve outcomes for our school.
Shiran is a member of St Michael's Church congregation.
Stacy is the chair of the Finance, Staffing, Premises and Pay Committee.
Emmy is our health and safety link governor. She visits school regularly to meet with the site team.
I worked in the private sector before becoming a mature entrant into teaching, subsequently gaining extensive experience as a senior leader in primary education. Nine of those years were spent as the headteacher of a successful Church of England primary school in Wigan.
Since retiring from full time headship I have worked as a school advisor for the Manchester Church of England Diocese, supporting the leadership of schools across the spectrum in several North West authorities. This includes working with school leaders, providing support and challenge for governors, developing aspects of school improvement and advising on appointments and performance management.
I have 27 years’ experience of serving on a Governing Body in one capacity or another. I have been a member of 5 IEBs in 3 different local authorities and am Chair of Governors in another Salford CE Primary school.
I am a practising Christian, a mother and a grandparent and my four grandchildren are all very different and unique both in their characters and in the way they access learning, consequently I am passionate about giving all children opportunity and the confidence to succeed in whatever area they can and to understand that they can make a difference to their own lives and those of others.
Diane is the chair of the School Effectiveness Committee.
Gillian is our deuty headteacher and school SENDCO.