Lower Key Stage 2 Team

• Mrs H Dowling
  SENDCO & LKS2 Leader
  Mrs H Dowling

  I have been working in schools since 2004.

  I like it that every day is different when working in a school. You never know what might happen next!

  The best thing was when a Year 1 child said, "You are like the princess in this book!"

  The word that describes me as a professional 'Enthusiastic'.

• Mrs D Mallett
  Hebble Class Teacher
  Mrs D Mallett

  I started working in schools in 2001, and have worked at Valley View since it opened.

  I love working in our school because the children are great and we have a lot of fun and the staff work as a team.

  The funniest things that have happened are when I got locked in the PE cupboard at a Rainbow Party; I had custard poured on me when my class all teamed up to buy tokens; and when I set the alarm off in the disabled toilet at South Leeds Stadium when at a football competition. (I thought it was the light switch!).

  A word to describe me - 'busy'!

• Mrs A Fennelly
  Humber Class Teacher
  Mrs A Fennelly

  I have been working in schools since 2002.

  I love my job because every day is different. You never know what's around the corner and this makes it fun, challenging but most of all exciting.

  One of the best parts about working in schools has got to be seeing children grow in confidence and enjoying their learning. It is also amazing to see children achieve and progress throughout the year. By the end of each academic year I always feel proud of what all the children have achieved.

  A word to describe me is 'Caring'.

• Mr W Hendy
  Loxley Class Teacher
  Mr W Hendy

  I have been working in schools since 2007.

  I like it that every day is different. We work on so many different things, with so many different people: children, parents, colleagues and other adults. It's always a challenge, so gets your brain thinking about solving problems. I like working at Valley View because the children and staff are so friendly, willing to learn and progress.

  The best thing is watching pupils' confidence in their abilities grow... and the funniest (and scariest) moment was chasing a dog through classrooms, the hall and corridors. Every day is different!

  The word that describes me as a professional 'Active'.

• Mrs A Urmston
  Loxley Class Teacher
  Mrs A Urmston

  I have worked in schools since 2009.

  I like my job because of the children and their enthusiasm - you never know where a lesson may go because of their questions about a topic.

  One of best things that has happened since working in a school is watching my class perform Hamlet at the Carriageworks Theatre.

  The word that describes me as a professional: 'Committed'.

• Mr J Knox
  Limley Class Teacher
  Mr J Knox

  I have been working in schools since 2019.

  What I most love about working in schools, is watching the children's interest in a subject develop and seeing them find that spark that fires their imaginations. Each day in school I will be challenged in my own thinking by how the children see their world, and this is what makes teaching so rewarding. Â Being a teacher is an absolute privilege and I enjoy being able to support children in building those positive lasting memories of school that they will carry with them for the rest of their lives.

  The funniest things that have happened to me during my teaching career are usually just those hilarious answers that children give to questions during lessons. Every day in school someone has made me cry with laughter.

  The word that best describes me as a professional has to be 'Passionate'.

• Mrs C Gregory
  LKS2 Class Teacher (Currently on maternity leave))
  Mrs C Gregory

  I have been working in schools since 2006.

  The best thing about working in a school is that every day is different.

  There are so many things to love, but one of the things I always enjoy the most about working in school is Christmas time; it's truly magical! Years of staging a Nativity have probably provided me with some of the funniest moments of my career, as once a child is on stage, you have little control over what they might say or do... especially when they are only six years old!

  The word to describe me as a professional is 'Involved'.

• Mrs J Murphy
  Hebble Class Senior Teaching Assistant
  Mrs J Murphy

  I have worked in schools for a long time - since 1994!

  I like working in a school and being in contact with different children and their personalities. The laughter in the classroom, the hugs in the corridor from children who have moved on into a different class. I love the lightbulb moment when after a struggle an understanding smile spreads across the child's face.

  One of the best things I love is the residential to Lineham Farm. When at Lineham Farm a few years ago I was challenged to climb Jacob's Ladder. I have to say it is one of the bravest things I have done. I am so fortunate to have been on all of the Year 4 residentials as well as travelling to the Czech Republic on Valley View's first residential abroad.

  Being part of the unscripted staff Pantomimes was a funny experience where nobody knew what was going on or what to say.

  I would describe myself as being a team player, with a caring personality.

• Miss N Brocklehurst
  Humber Class Teaching Assistant
  Miss N Brocklehurst

• Mrs A Wordsworth
  Loxley Class Teaching Assistant
  Mrs A Wordsworth

  I have been working in schools since 2006. I started working in schools as a lunchtime supervisor, then a classroom volunteer, completed a NVQ and was then employed as a Teaching Assistant.

  I like working with children and like to think I am making a positive contribution to their development.

  I find this school friendly and welcoming; the staff are great, as are the children and I am so glad that I am part of the team, and being given the opportunity to work in a great school.

  A word to describe me is 'Committed'.

• Mrs L Riley
  Limley Class Teaching Assistant
  Mrs L Riley

  I have been working in schools since 2008. Â If I am honest I have lost count as the years have gone so fast!

  I enjoy working at Valley View because every day is different, it is never boring. I enjoy helping and watching the children achieve and grow into independent learners.

  There have been many funny things happen to me whilst working in a school. Everyday makes me smile. As I am the first aider, lots of the children are sent to me when they have fallen over or have had a minor accident. Lots of children have asked me, "Are you a doctor!" This always makes me smile.

  A word to describe me: Enthusiastic

• Mrs J Johnston
  Teaching Assistant
  Mrs J Johnston

  I have been working in schools since 1999.

  I love helping children achieve their best, not only academically, but personally. I love to interact with children of all abilities including those with SEN, social and emotional needs and those who have behaviour needs. It's challenging at times, but overall, the respect is always there. My job goes beyond just teaching knowledge and skills - it's about making a personal connection with children.

  A word to describe me is 'Supportive'.

• Mrs L Jackson
  Humber class teacher (Wednesdays) LKS2 Higher Level Teaching Assistant
  Mrs L Jackson

  I have been working in schools since 2007.

  I love the wide variety of children and age ranges that I get to work with through out the school. Everybody in the school helps and supports each other, and will do so with a smile on their face.

  Working in a school means there are fantastic, funny and inspiring moments every day. It's hard to choose one in particular.

  A good word to describe me would be 'Dependable'.