Governor Profiles
Mrs N Cameron
Chair of Governors
(no interests declared)
Term ends 11/2/2026
I have been a governor since 2012, and I am the designated governor for Governor training, complaints and the Vice Chair. I am also on the finance and resources, property, pay and performance management committees.
I am a qualified CIMA Accountant and currently work for One Medical Group. I have also worked at The Methodist Church, Adrian Johnson Ltd, Magnet and Hallmark Cards in a variety of financial roles.
Over years, I have also played an active role in The Friends of Hawksworth School and enjoyed working with other parents and teachers to put on events for the children and raise money for the school.
My foremost objective, as a governor is to work with the Headteacher, staff and governing body, bringing my existing expertise and knowledge, to contribute to providing an excellent Christian-based learning experience for all our pupils to enable them to achieve their maximum potential. I am passionate and committed, to continually improving standards within the school. I also see the role of the governors as being good ambassadors to the school and to have helped to contribute to the triumphs and achievements within the school.
Mrs M. Smith
Vice Chair of Governors
(no interests declared)
Term Ends 7/7/2024
I was elected as Parent Governor in March 2020. I am a Chartered Financial Planner, holding the Advanced Diploma and Investment Management Certificate and worked in the Financial Services sector for over fifteen years. For the past five years, I have held various senior management and board roles within the marine industry. My son started at Hawksworth in September 2018 and I have enjoyed helping fellow parents raise much-needed funds for the School through the organisation of various events. I wanted to join the Governing Body so I could assist my fellow Governors and the teaching staff to ensure that all pupils are allowed to thrive and that we apply annually for all available grant funding.
Mrs S Oliver
Teacher Governor
(no interests declared)
Term ends 22/1/2026
I joined Hawksworth as Class 2's teacher in September 2010 and became Teacher Governor in September 2014. I am delighted to be part of the team which is helping and supporting the development of our wonderful, little school, so much so, that I have agreed to continue in the role next year!!
During my 20 years of teaching experience, I have taught across most age ranges from Reception to Year 6, in a variety of schools. I love working at Hawksworth and being a member of such a strong staff team who works very hard to provide high-quality and enjoyable experiences for all our pupils.
Mrs B Hopkinson
P.C.C. Governor
(no interests declared)
Term ends 17/01/2025
I was asked to become a Foundation Governor in the Summer of 2013 and was very pleased to accept the challenges of the position. Prior to my retirement, I taught in Middle School for 22 years and Primary School for 16 years, teaching every age group from Year 3 to Year 8 inclusive during that time. I feel that I am able to bring this experience to the Team.
I have lived in Guiseley since 1977 when I was married and have one daughter. Since coming to Guiseley I have been a regular Communicant at St. Paul’s Church in Esholt.
Mrs J Archdale
P.C.C. Governor
(no interests declared)
Term ends 2/10/2026
Guiseley with Esholt PCC elected me onto the Governing Body of Hawksworth CE Primary School in 2011 and I was re-elected for a further term in 2014. I am presently Chair of the Teaching and Learning Committee and also on the Finance, Pay and Head Teacher’s Performance Management Committees.
I have lived in the local area for 40 years with my husband. I regularly attend the two churches in the parish – St Oswald’s in Guiseley and St Paul’s in Esholt. I am a member of the Mothers’ Union, currently Minutes Secretary on the committee, and am also part of the ‘Open the Book’ team which goes into Hawksworth School fortnightly to lead Collective Worship.
I have an interest in education generally being a retired teacher. During my career, I taught in both Primary and Special schools for over 30 years. My daughter, who was educated at Hawksworth School during the 1990s, is now a teacher herself in another local Primary school.
I consider it a privilege to be a member of the ‘Hawksworth family’ through my role as Governor and enjoy all my involvement with the happy, friendly and successful school.
Mrs F. Chalmers-Brown
P.C.C. Governor
(no interests declared)
Term Ends 24/09/2024
I became a PCC Governor one year ago via my local church St Oswald’s in Guiseley which I attend regularly.
I have worked in Finance for over ten years, having previously worked in a Christian College in Derbyshire and currently as Finance Manager for an IT company in nearby Sheffield where I am a member of the Senior Management Team.
I am part of the school Finance and Pupil Support Committees and the designated school Maths Governor. During my time as a Governor, I hope to contribute towards the already positive and successful reputation of Hawksworth Primary School. My focus and passion lie in school finance, year six and the transition to Secondary School and pupil wellbeing.
Father D Pickett MBE
Associate Priest
(no interests declared)
Term ends indefinite
I was born into a mining family in South Wales but decided not to make a life in coal, instead joining the Royal Air Force in 1987. Over the next 23 years, I saw service in Northern Ireland, Afghanistan, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Germany and Cyprus, not to mention many other stations within the UK.
In 2010 I left the Royal Air Force to train as a priest at the College of the Resurrection, Mirfield, West Yorkshire. I was ordained in 2011 and served my curacy in the Diocese of Lincoln. In 2014 I was offered the role of Rector to Guiseley with Esholt, which I accepted immediately. As well as acting as rector to two churches I am also chaplain to Hawksworth CofE Primary School, St Oswald’s CofE Junior School, the Guiseley branch of The Royal British Legion, and recently, Guiseley AFC.
I have been married to Sarah for 21 years and we have five young children. When not enjoying the fun of family life I am a passionate sportsman, reader and cultivator of Bonsai trees. I am also studying for an MA in Liturgical Studies at the University of Sheffield.
Having lived in Yorkshire twice before, I feel very blessed to be part of this community and especially this wonderful school. I look forward to sharing in its bright future, whilst helping assist its spiritual growth.
Mr D Norris
Headteacher
'ex officio' member of the Governing Body
(no interests declared)
I am an 'ex officio' member of the Governing Body which means I am a member because I hold the post of Headteacher.
I have been in the teaching profession for thirty-one years. My first teaching appointment was in my hometown of Middlesbrough and since then I have worked in six other primary schools in Teesside, Cheshire, London, Bradford and Leeds.
Leading Hawksworth CE Primary School since January 2014 has been a real privilege. I am blessed with hard-working and dedicated staff who have collectively contributed to the success of this school.
