Waterfoot Primary School

Full Governing Body
NAME	OFFICE	TERM OF OFFICE	BUSINESS INTEREST
Ian Mills	Co-opted	1/6/15 - 31/5/27	N/A
Kelly Devine	Staff	1/9/17 - present	N/A
Helen Fishwick	Co-Opted	22/1/18 – 01/03/26	N/A
Linzi Richardson	Co-Opted	22/1/18 – 01/03/26	Co-Opted Governor at Staghills Nursery School
Chris Chambers	Co-Opted	1/6/19 – 31/5/27	N/A
Hannah Wilkinson	Parent	6/1/21 - 5/1/25	N/A
Michael Woodhead	Parent	6/1/21 - 5/1/25	N/A
Nancy Sharples	Staff	12/11/22-11/11/26	N/A
Charlotte Clutterbuck	Co-Opted	16/11/2023-15/11/2027	Governor at Tonacliffe Primary School & Staghills Nursery School
Craig Moore	Parent	05/02/2024-04/02/2028	N/A
Richard Morton	Parent	05/02/2024-04/02/2028	N/A
Jenna Covell	Parent	07/05/2025 - 06/05/2029	N/A

Name: Helen Fishwick

Type: Chair of Governors

Statement:

I have been a parent governor since January 2018, and I hold the role of chair on the Resources committee and I am vice chair of the full governing body. My professional experience in my career, the support of other governors and my drive about the education, learning opportunities and happiness of our children at Waterfoot Primary School greatly assists in my governors role.

My family and I moved to the Waterfoot area approximately twelve years ago, and I was passionate that my two children attended their local community school, with my daughter being in the first intake into the new school building. My son is still at the school at this time and I know that he loves spending his time here, learning lots and having some amazing experiences with his friends. 

Career-wise, I am a police officer based in the Pendle area attending to both emergency and non-emergency reports from members of the public. Any free time I do have typically involves the kids and I being outdoors (running, rambling over local tracks, visiting local parks), and enjoying music, art, shows and coffee shops!.

 

 

Name: Ian Mills

Type: Co-Opted Governor

Statement:

I am the Chair of Governors at Waterfoot school and have held the post for over 15 years, firstly as a parent governor and now as a community governor. I chair the Buildings and Site committee and serve on the Finance and Curriculum committees as well being the nominated governor for safeguarding. My governor journey began when the first of my four children was in reception back at the old Thornfield avenue site some time ago; all are now either working or in the further stages of education having loved their time at Waterfoot. By day I am a Product Manager for a large computer software company specialising in Workforce Management, based out of Detroit but fortunately with an office in Rawtenstall. In what spare time I have left I enjoy the great outdoors; dog walking, biking, climbing, skiing, you name it. All the better when enjoyed with children, such as on the year six residentials of which I have helped on a few.

 

Name: Nancy Sharples

Type- Staff

Prior to joining the team at Waterfoot Primary SchooI,  I worked over the hill at a large primary school in Burnley.  With over 25 years teaching experience including recent experience of working within Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2,  I am in the unique position of having an overview of the challenges and rewards of teaching in every year group.  More recently, I undertook the role of SENCo and achieved the National Award for Special Educational Needs Coordination qualification (NASEN).  I am also team lead for our wonderful Key Stage 1 department and a member of our Senior Management Team.  I am proud to represent my colleagues on the governing body and enjoy working in partnership with other governors towards the continued development of our school.

 

Name: Hannah Wilkinson

Type: Parent

I joined the Governing Body in 2021, not long after my daughter started her journey at Waterfoot Primary and I am delighted to be able to support the school.  I serve on the curriculum committee and am the link governor for PHSE. I work in the education sector, teaching on the Educational Psychology degree programme at the University of Manchester. I have a passion for high quality education, which develops children as a whole; principles which share a strong affinity with Waterfoot’s School Values.  In my free-time, my interests include crafting, reading and running.

 

Name: Linzi Richardson

Type: Co-opted Governor

Statement:

I became a Parent Governor at Waterfoot Primary in 2018. I am a member of the Finance Committee and am the nominated Governor for More Able and Talented Children and for Languages. I am an active member of our school Parent Teacher Association and have helped to organise fundraising events. I have two children: my daughter now attends BRGS, having loved her time at Waterfoot and my son is currently in Key Stage 2. I am also a Community Governor at Staghills Nursery School, having also served as a Parent Governor, during my children’s time there. 

Before having children, I worked as a Solicitor at a large Manchester firm, though I am currently a stay at home mum.  I am also Secretary of the Constituency Labour Party and am active in local politics. My other interests include history, reading and travel

 

Name: Chris Chambers

Type:  Co-Opted

I have been on the Governing Body for more than ten years, starting at a time when my children were at Waterfoot School. I feel that the school provided them both with an excellent foundation for their future, developing in them the ability, espoused in the school motto, to think for themselves but feel for others.

I now serve as a community governor and chair the curriculum committee; in addition I am the nominated governor for English. I am now retired from my job as a Principal Lecturer in the Faculty of Education at Manchester Metropolitan University. Prior to that, I taught history for 18 years in school. I still am involved in the primary curriculum for history through my work as an Educational Consultant for BBC Bitesize. Outside of my professional life, my interests include sport, particularly cricket, and the Arts: theatre, music and literature.

 

Name: Craig Moore

Type: Parent Governor

Statement: 

I am a parent governor, appointed in February 2024. Our son is a pupil at Waterfoot and thoroughly enjoys the inclusive and nurturing environment that the school creates.

By day I am a banking litigation lawyer, which means I am used to asking questions and engaging in debate!

I believe that in life we should all have the same equality of opportunity and fair treatment, and in this regard I am proud to represent the parents on the Governing Board of our school. I’m approachable and am happy to listen to any views you may want to share with me in the playground!

As a Manchester lad, my great passion lies in football and I have been a season ticket holder at Manchester City for over 30 years. My Grandad even played for the club, although sadly his skills did not fully find their way down to me!!

My passion for honest debate, fairness, common sense and endeavour will hopefully enable me to contribute to the development of our children into a generation of adults that will be knowledgeable, inquisitive, hardworking, compassionate and inclusive.

 

Name: Charlotte Clutterbuck

Type: Parent Governor 

Statement:

I became a parent governor in November 2023. My son attends Waterfoot and loves attending here. I work as a teacher and am currently Acting Deputy Headteacher at my school. I have extensive experience working in Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and completed Masters Level Study in Early Education. Early Education is where my passion lies! I am the EYFS governor here at Waterfoot along with ECO Team and School Council.

In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my beautiful family.  We enjoy walking, playing at the beach, skiing and visiting the park.

 

Name: Jenna Covell

Type: Parent Governor 

Statement:

My name is Jenna Covell, and I am passionate about supporting education and helping every child reach their full potential. As a Director in Governance, Risk, and Compliance within higher education IT, I have experience in governance, strategic planning, policy development, risk management, compliance, financial oversight, AI governance, and assurance. These skills enable me to contribute effectively to strong governance and informed decision-making.

I view the role of school governor as an opportunity to give back to the community, enhance the school’s future, and positively impact students’ lives. I am committed to working collaboratively with staff and fellow governors to uphold high standards, promote academic success, and create an environment where every child can thrive.