Out of School Club Staff - Meet the team

Mrs Sarah Taylor 

Out of School Club and Business Development Manager

Key Person for Years 3 and 4/Middle School

Level 3 EFAW and Paediatric First Aider

Designated Safeguarding Lead

Level 3 Qualification in Support Teaching and Learning

Over ten years’ experience of caring for children both in an educational setting as well as a supporting the previous operation of family entertainment centre.

I have a deep-rooted passion for providing the best possible care to children, outstanding service to our parents in a well organised, thriving and fun environment. I have led the OOSC since it opened in September 2015.

I am extremely proud of how the provision has developed and is constantly improving, through parent and pupils’ surveys, as well as day to day pupil voice.

I regularly monitor and evaluate our services to ensure that the club continues to meet the needs of the children, parents and carers.

The team, led by myself, will ensure that we provide a programme of activities often linked to the curriculum that are interesting, educational, stimulating and fun.

I will continuously promote a positive relationship with parents/carers and work in partnership with them to provide high quality play and care for their children.

Mrs Emily Melia - Out of School Club Deputy Manager

Key Person for Year 2

Designated Safeguarding Lead

Level 3 EFAW and Paediatric First Aider

BA Joint Honours in Early Years and Childhood Studies

A big interest in arts and crafts.

Participated in sports such as hockey, badminton and netball.

Played for the county in netball growing up. I enjoy doing sport with the children and love to see them develop their gross motor skills.

Mrs Angela Rolls - Out of School Club Team Leader

Key Person for Year 1

Level 3 EFAW and Paediatric First Aider

Level 2 Teaching Assistant and Nursery Nurse

Diploma in Art and Design

In addition to working in the OOSC I also work as a Lunchtime Supervisor.

I have a real passion for Art and Crafts. I take lead on Creative Planning/Preparation for both term time and holiday club activities.

Mrs Fraire Armstrong - Out of School Club Team Leader

Key Person for Middle School

MA Hons Drama & Script writing

BA Hons in Drama  

LAMDA Teaching qualification in Communication

I enjoy drawing, arts & crafts, playing creative games and activities using music and movement.

Theatre is a huge part of my working life and personal life.

I love helping a child build confidence and find a way to express their individuality. 

Miss Kirsty Thompson - Out of School Club Assistant

Key Person for EYFS

Level 3 EFAW and Paediatric First Aider

Level 3 in Supporting Teaching and Learning.

I’ve worked with children since I finished sixth form and completed an apprenticeship in Supporting Teaching and Learning.

I’m passionate about making children feel safe, helping them reach their potential and be themselves.

I love spending time in nature and love the outdoors.

I am a caring, patient and empathetic person that's always happy to help.

I am hoping to continue my studies and become a primary school teacher in the coming years

Mrs Andrea Murdie - Out of School Club Assistant

Key Person for EYFS

In addition to working in the OOSC I also work as a Lunchtime Supervisor.

I have looked after children for a number of years prior to joining school childcare and have now worked at Kings Priory School for over 10 years. I have patience, a caring attitude and I am good listener. 

Mr Marc Cox - Out of School Club Assistant

Key Person for Year 2

Level 3 EFAW and Paediatric First Aider

Level 3 Distinction Extended Diploma in Sports Coaching & Physical Activity

I am a UEFA C qualified football coach and also have coaching badges for goalkeeping coaching and Talent ID in football. 

I have a passion for providing, engaging and challenging sport sessions for the children. 

I am a caring person and take pride in ensuring the children are safe and enjoy their time in the Out of School Club. 

Ms Jaime Alderson - Out of School Club Playworker

Key Person for Year 1 

Cache Level 2 Supporting Teaching and Learning.

My passion is playing rounders and rugby rounders. I like to organise games in my spare time for anyone who is interested in participating.

I am an enthusiastic, compassionate, empathetic individual who enjoys interacting with and nurturing children of all ages to help them to reach their full potential 

Mrs Tracey French - Out of School Club Assistant (casual)

I have worked with children for 34 years in a number of settings with children from aged 1-12 years. I qualified in 1990 after completing a NNEB diploma. The majority of my employment was spent working as an early years practitioner for the Local Authority with children and families in crisis with in the Surestart Centres across North Tyneside.  In that time I have completed lots of training courses, a diploma in the EYFS and a range of other CPD specific to learning difficulties. 

I started working at Kings Priory School in 2020 where I have worked in Reception and in year 1 working 1-1 with children that have additional needs.

Mrs Helen Evans - Out of School Club Assistant (casual)

Level 3 EFAW and Paediatric First Aider

I have a very gentle, caring personality and it’s very important to me to  teach the children about the values of friendship, inclusion and kindness.  

I am an LSA in the primary school, currently in year 1. Since 2010 I have had many different roles in the school, I am very supportive of our school and its community. 

I love spending time with all children, and we usually have a laugh as we learn. I'm very creative and love anything arty, I like to encourage a love of reading, creative writing, and performance. I'm dedicated to helping children of all ages and abilities do the best they can to be the best they can be. 

Mrs Steph Kuzlak - Out of School Club Assistant (casual)

Level 3 Learning Support Assistant, Qualified Association of Accounting Technician (AAT) Foundation, Intermediate and Technician Levels

Currently working as a Learning Support Assistant within Reception (EYFS), providing additional support to students. Throughout my time at Kings’ Priory School, I have thoroughly enjoyed taking a holistic approach to all aspects of school life. These roles include Exam Invigilating, Lunchtime Supervisor and helping within Out of School Club.

My approach to education is educating the ‘whole’ student. I offer support, encouragement, and kindness to young people whenever possible! I enjoy seeing young people succeed in their own personal milestones and take pride in the work I do. I believe a nurturing approach to learning addresses the impact of a pupil's social environment on their emotional wellbeing, their social skills, and how ready they are to engage in school and the wider community.

Ms Sara Lindsay - Out of School Club Assistant

I have been working with both children and young people since I completed my Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education back in 2004.

I have my Level 3 in Understanding Mental Health and both Level 2 and Level 3 in Autism, Common Childhood illnesses, Principles of Working with individuals with Learning Disabilities and Understanding Specific Learning Difficulties and a recent GCSE in Spanish language.

I have worked as a Children's Rep in a Ski resort in Italy and various popular Spanish resorts.

I then moved to Madrid and worked in nurseries where English was taught in a fun and exciting way one of them was a farm school.

On my return back to the UK. I began to work in a High School as Lunchtime Supervisor.

I am enthusiastic and confident in my job role and working within a team of professionals.

 All of the children are fascinating and I like to see how much fun they have in play and exploring their new adventures.I  like being a part of this and encouraging positive vocabulary and praising them on their achievements that they do throughout their time in OOSC. 

Mrs Ruth Branthwaite - Out of School Club Assistant (casual)

Level 3 EFAW and Paediatric First Aider

BA (HONS) and PGCE in primary education.

I qualified as a teacher in 1985 and started teaching from then at Priory Primary and later at Kings Priory School. I have taught children in Key Stage 2, Key Stage 1 and Early Years Foundation Stage. During my time teaching Early Years I was the Foundation Stage leader.

I enjoy working with the children doing creative activities, developing their fine motor skills and creativity.

Miss Samantha Hill - Out of School Club Assistant (casual)

Level 3 EFAW and Paediatric First Aider

Level 2 Sports Leadership Award

I enjoy leading both sport and creative activities with the children. 

I am a caring, understanding and patient person who aims to ensure the children are happy and safe whilst in school and at the Out of School Club. 

Ms Jill Boos  - Out of School Club Assistant (casual)

Certificate in Education

BA Hons in Contemporary Dance

Associate Teacher with NCDTA and IDTA

I have taught for many years both within Educational Settings and the Community following a career in the Performing Arts where I was fortunate to travel the world.

I am passionate about the Arts which is a huge part of my life and I love to see how movement, music and performance can help to build and develop a child’s confidence and skills.

I am a caring and understanding person who seeks to nurture and encourage children to dream, believe and achieve their goals within a safe and enjoyable environment.

Miss Erin Taylor - Out of School Club Assistant (casual)

I am a caring, positive and understanding person that works to instil these features into children and young people. I believe all children should feel happy, safe and supported whilst in school and the Out of School Club.

I thoroughly enjoy leading creative activities and encouraging imagination, alongside outdoor and sport activities which keep the children active.