Safeguarding Governor

“I am a local resident who has lived in Downley village for over 20 years. I worked as a qualified social worker for over 30yrs supporting children and their families in the public and charity sectors. In the past I was involved with the management of respite services for children with disabilities for the Children’s Society and Local Authority. However, I am now retired.  I am active in the local community as a Trustee of the Downley War Memorial Hall, and as a volunteer researcher with the Chiltern Conservation Board on one of their archaeological projects.

I have been a governor, initially at Maplewood and then the amalgamated Chiltern Wood school, since 2015.  I am the Safeguarding Governor at present. I am also ‘link’ governor to Woodlands Department. I am pleased to be able to offer my knowledge and experience to the school in relation to safeguarding policies and strategies.  I enjoy meeting and talking with pupils and teachers on a regular basis and have learned a great deal more about special needs education through my observations and discussions with them.”