Juliette Little  

Deputy Headteacher, Acting Headteacher and Trust Safeguarding Lead, All Saints CofE Primary School 

 

Juliette joined All Saints CofE. Primary School in September 2015 as a newly qualified teacher after completing her BA in Primary Education at Oxford Brookes University. Since then, Juliette has progressed through a range of roles including class teacher, subject lead, curriculum lead and Assistant Headteacher. Following All Saints joining Ridgeway Education Trust in November 2023, she continued to develop her career further as Deputy Headteacher, Acting Headteacher (one day a week) and Trust Safeguarding Lead.  

"I chose to join All Saints because of its nurturing, people‑centred ethos, strong leadership and clear sense of community. Since joining, I have benefited from high‑quality professional development, including in‑house CPD delivered by Trust experts alongside external training opportunities. I have also undertaken the NPQH which has strengthened my leadership skills and confidence. Leadership is truly part of the DNA of the Trust with a strong focus on leading for impact and for legacy. Through my time with RET, I have learnt that effective leadership is rooted in relationships, clarity of purpose and developing others. The opportunities I have enjoyed at All Saints reflect the supportive and aspirational culture that exists both within the school and across the Trust. 

I love my job because it is both rewarding and challenging. What I enjoy most about working at All Saints is the positive culture, the strong support from colleagues and the Trust, and most importantly the amazing children who make our school such a special place. I am most proud of the continued growth of the school and the support we provide to our whole community."

 

Lucy Wheatcroft

Headteacher, All Saints CofE Primary School

Lucy joined All Saints CofE Primary School in 2011, and she has progressed from a newly qualified teacher to headteacher during this time.

"The reason I joined All Saints CofE Primary School is because of its warm and vibrant atmosphere. The whole child is valued, with academic success recognised alongside personal achievements and strengths. The truly diverse community works together with a shared sense of purpose, with a love of the job and relationships at its heart.

Since joining All Saints CofE Primary School, I have benefited from a very high level of professional development, with investment in me as an individual. I have been trained as a SENCo, supported through a Master’s degree and more recently achieved the NPQH qualification. In 2017, I was supported to work part-time for Oxfordshire County Council as an Inclusion Consultant. I really appreciated this opportunity, which allowed me to visit many schools across the county and gain a deep insight into inclusion whilst continuing my work at All Saints.

I have been able to shadow experienced staff and have followed a well-planned succession into headship, learning from experienced and highly successful colleagues. Collaboration since joining Ridgeway Education Trust has enhanced my career development and supported me fully in my first year of headship, with a strong network of colleagues to help navigate the ever-changing landscape of education. Ridgeway Education Trust supports flexible working and I have been grateful to progress to headship whilst being able to maintain part-time working.

Leadership is part of the DNA of the Trust. I have learnt that great leadership is about people and an absolute desire to make a difference to the children and families we serve. Relationships are at the heart of everything we do.

I love my job because I get to have fun. Every day is different: children make us smile, bring positivity and hope. I love knowing that we make a difference to the community we serve.

What I enjoy most about working at All Saints CofE Primary School is the fantastic team. I would describe the culture at the school as aspirational and inclusive, with a strong sense of belonging. Staff are proud to work here, and children are proud to wear the uniform.

I am most proud of my personal growth into leadership, yet I know I am on a constant journey of learning."