DEVONSHIRE - Key Persons
I have been an infant teacher since 1985, and started at Devonshire in January 2000. Initially I joined as the Deputy Head, and then after 4 years was appointed to the position of Head teacher. I love the job, which is never boring and full of different challenges! What I enjoy most about teaching is seeing children develop as individuals and watching them learn, grow in confidence, develop independence and become positive members of the community.
Although I have no children of my own, my passion is my two young nieces - Lucy and Emily - who I adore! I also have a cat called Misty. During my spare time I enjoy reading and have been lucky enough to do a lot of travelling, which I also do as often as I can!
Job Titles:
- Teaching Assistant
- Teaching Assistant / Year R
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- Class Teacher
- Class Teacher / Year 2
Job Titles:
- Teaching Assistant
- Teaching Assistant / Inclusion Centre
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Job Titles:
- Class Teacher
- Class Teacher / Year 2
Hi! My name is Natasha Wallace and I am a class teacher to the wonderful Foxes class in Year 2. Before teaching, I gained a Masters in Psychology where I built a wealth of knowledge on child development and well-being, which sparked my passion to work with children and transfer the skills I have to create a happy, thriving classroom environment where all children can succeed.
I am engaged and have 3 beautiful children of my own. I love having a busy life, but when I get the time to relax, I unwind with a book or catch up with friends and family.
Job Titles:
- Class Teacher
- Class Teacher / Year R
My name is Rhian Evans. I have been teaching in Portsmouth since 1993 and joined Devonshire Infant school in January 2014. I know and love the school very much as both my sons came to this school.
I enjoy reading, walking and growing vegetables on our allotment. In the summer my family and I love to go off camping in our old campervan visiting the lovely countryside or the coast.
Job Titles:
- Teaching Assistant
- Teaching Assistant / Inclusion Centre
My name is Sarah Blake,
I have worked in the Inclusion Centre for 6 years. I have 3 children Molly, Evie and Florence. I have a cat and two fish. I enjoy gardening, decorating and having fun with my children.
Job Titles:
- Support Teacher
- Support Teacher / Year 1 & 2
Hi, I have been a teacher at Devonshire since qualifying in 1996. I absolutely love being part of such a fabulous team and can't imagine working anywhere else. I have spent time teaching in all year groups and currently am the Year 1 and 2 support teacher.
I live with my lovely partner and our four fantastic, funny and noisy children who keep me busy and entertained when I'm not working. Three of my children have been pupils at Devonshire and our youngest daughter is here now. What little spare time I have is spent with family and friends, swimming, drinking coffee and talking too much!
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My name is Barry Clarke and I have been the site manager for Devonshire and Fernhurst schools since 2008. You'll often see me at the beginning and the end of the day.
Job Titles:
- ICT TA / Data Manager / Assistant Network Manager
I moved to Portsmouth to start my teaching career in 1986. I've worked in lots of different schools and was a Deputy Head teacher for many years before coming to Devonshire. My children, who are now grown up, came to Devonshire and I love working across all the classes in this friendly, happy school. I particularly like teaching children to read and sharing stories with them.
I live with my husband and our Chocolate Labrador Henry, we like walking and going to our beach hut.
Job Titles:
- Support Teacher
- Support Teacher / Year R
My name is Cathie Harris and I am a support teacher in reception. I have been teaching in Portsmouth since 1992 and have been at Devonshire since 2001.
I am married with 2 children, one at secondary school and one at college now. In my spare time I like walking, reading, gardening and travelling.
Job Titles:
- Library Assistant / Inclusion Support Assistant
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I have been working at Devonshire as a teaching assistant since 1999. I have worked in each year group and am currently in year one. I love working with the children and especially hearing them sing. I have been a staff Governor since 2012.
Job Titles:
- Administration Staff Member
- Support Officer / Pupil Services
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Hi, my name is Dawn Timms and I joined Devonshire in September 2011 as a Support Officer. You will see me in the office on Wednesday afternoons, Thursdays and Fridays.
Job Titles:
- Teaching Assistant
- Teaching Assistant / Year 2
Hello, my name is Ellen Clark.
I have been a Teaching Assistant since 2011. I am married and have two beautiful daughters, Imogen and India. I have a BA Hons Degree in Photography and love to be creative in my spare time.
Job Titles:
- Class Teacher
- Class Teacher / Year 1
I have worked as a teacher Devonshire since 2007, in both year one and year two. As a governor for the school I get to take part in meetings that help develop and challenge decisions that determine the school's future.
Both my children attended this school and I loved it immediately, so when a job became available I was delighted to obtain the position.
Job Titles:
- Teaching Assistant
- Teaching Assistant / Year 1
Job Titles:
- Teaching Assistant
- Teaching Assistant / Year 1
My name is Karen Hunter I have been a Teaching Assistant at Devonshire since 2002. I have worked in both Year 1 and 2 but not in Reception yet. I love my job as every day is different with both rewarding and challenging aspects.
I am married and have 2 daughters and a dog called Baxter. I enjoy swimming, cooking, travelling and walks with Baxter on the beach as he loves the sea.
Job Titles:
- Inclusion Manager / Class Teacher
Hello, I'm Lisa Adams and I've been working at Devonshire since 2004, starting as a Teaching Assistant and then qualifying as a Teacher in 2009. I became Inclusion Manager in 2014 and Special needs teacher of the Inclusion Centre. Previously my working background was in Early Years Education, having trained as a Nursery Manager, running a chain of Nurseries.
Job Titles:
- Teaching Assistant
- Teaching Assistant / Year 1 & 2
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- Administration Staff Member
- Support Officer / Pupil Services
Hi my name is Mandy Brittan and I have just started as Devonshire Infant school as a Support Officer in the school office. I work Monday, Tuesday all day and Wednesday morning.
I have previously work at a primary school for nearly 20 years. I am really looking forward in meeting and getting to know all the children and parents/carers.
Job Titles:
- Administration Staff Member
- Finance Manager
Hi, my name is Paulette Tuson and I am the Finance Manager at Devonshire. I have worked here since July 1999 so have seen lots of children and parents come through the school over the years (and quite a few of you come back again too!).
Job Titles:
- Deputy Head / Class Teacher
I have been a teacher since 1994 and worked in lots of different schools. I am really looking forward to being the Deputy Headteacher at Devonshire Infant School as well as Squirrels class teacher. I absolutely love my job and enjoy coming to work every day!
Job Titles:
- Teaching Assistant
- Teaching Assistant / Year R
I have worked at Devonshire since 2006 as a Teaching Assistant.
I am married and have two grown up children called Sam and Chloe. We also have a little Jack Russell dog called Max.
I love getting together with my friends and family and enjoy walking my dog with lots of different walks around Hampshire.
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- Class / Cover Teacher
- Class / Cover Teacher / Year 1
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- Teaching Assistant
- Teaching Assistant / Year R
My name is Tracey Upton, I have been a Teaching Assistant for 5 years at Devonshire Infant School.
I ‘m married and have 3 children and 2 step children. I enjoy reading and I love to walk my dog.