In celebration of National Thank A Teacher Day, we’re proud that 24 members of staff across our Trust – both teaching and support colleagues – have been nominated and recognised in this year’s Pearson National Teaching Awards.
This recognition highlights the strength, commitment and impact of staff across our schools, and celebrates the difference they make every single day to the lives of children and young people across Rotherham and Gainsborough.
Janice Thompson, Teacher at Wickersley School and Sports College, was named a Bronze Winner in the Lifetime Achievement category – a fantastic recognition of her dedication and contribution to education over the years.
Four colleagues received Highly Commended status:
- Liz Travis, Primary Safeguarding Manager – Wickersley Partnership Trust
- Helen Tyrrell, Director of Safeguarding / Deputy Headteacher – Wickersley Partnership Trust / Thrybergh Academy
- Cheryl Heather-Snaith, Teacher – Rawmarsh Community School
- Leanna Lindley, Learning Mentor – Aston Hall Junior & Infant School
A further 19 colleagues were awarded a Certificate of Achievement in various categories including Headteacher of the Year, Teacher of the Year, Teaching Assistant of the Year and Unsung Hero:
- Robyn Parry-McDermott, Headteacher – Thrybergh Primary School
- Scott Rushton, Centre Manager – Cranworth Road Centre
- Adam Rogers, Teacher – Wickersley School and Sports College
- Bryony Dearing, Teacher – Wickersley School and Sports College
- Deborah Burgin, Teacher – The Gainsborough Academy
- Sarah Carton, Assistant Headteacher – The Gainsborough Academy
- Stephanie Rodriguez-Marquez, Admin Assistant – The Gainsborough Academy
- Ethan Dickenson, Lead ICT Technician – The Gainsborough Academy
- Zoe Lambert, Non-Teaching Assistant Head of Year – The Gainsborough Academy
- Oliver Depledge, Teaching Assistant – Rawmarsh Community School
- Sophie Phillips, Teacher – Clifton Community School
- Ethan Cadman, Teacher – Clifton Community School
- Ella Hollingworth, Teacher – The Orchard
- Lucy Wakenshaw, Teacher – Brinsworth Whitehill Primary School
- Siobhan Owens, Teaching Assistant – Oldgate Lane
- Helen Crummack, Learning Mentor – Rawmarsh Sandhill Primary School
- Rachael Rudram, Admin / Attendance Officer – Monkwood Primary School
- Katy Whelpdale, Teacher – Thrybergh Primary School
- Sian Pari-Jones, Senior Media Assistant – Wickersley Partnership Trust
Helen O’Brien, Chief Executive Officer at Wickersley Partnership Trust, said: “Our WPT workforce is full of extraordinary teachers and support staff who continually go above and beyond for our young people, and it’s fantastic to see this recognised on a national level once again.
“Congratulations to all nominees in this year’s Pearson National Teaching Awards, and thank you to every member of staff who continues to make a difference to our Trust and the communities we serve.”
While individual recognition is a wonderful achievement, these awards also celebrate something even greater – the collective strength, dedication and passion of our entire Trust. Every nomination highlights the exceptional work taking place each day across our classrooms, additional resource provisions and offices, and of the commitment of our staff to helping every child achieve their best.
Thank you!
