Introduction
At ARA we are proud to recruit inspirational and aspirational teaching staff who are kind, friendly and innovative. Our team are experienced UK and international educators who are passionate about helping our students to flourish and excel in their learning. Staff are excellent role models for our students and encourage the code of Respect, Responsibility and Resilience for all in the Academy community. As a school we are fully committed to ensuring that our team are dedicated to their own learning and enjoy a full range of professional development opportunities, including language lessons and leadership training.
Middle Leadership Team
Phase Leaders
Erin Duffy
Head of KS1
Rachael Price
Head of KS2
Hannah Davis
Head of FS
Heads of Year
Erin Duffy
Head of Year 1
Joshua Davies
Head of Year 2
Rachael Price
Head of Year 3
Head of Year 4
Craig Rigby
Head of Year 5
Head of Year 6
Louise Clancy
Head of Year 7
Fatima Majid
Head of Year 8
Craig Judd
Head of Year 9
Thomas Lofthouse
Head of Year 10
Kirsty Robertson
Head of Year 11
Head of Year 12
Head of Departments
Jordan Fleming
Maths Teacher (HOD)
Kiara Williams
English Teacher (HOD)
Houda Ismail
Science Teacher (HOD)
Harriet Noble
Geography Teacher (HOD)
Colm Doohan
DT Creatives (HOD)
Mohamad Bassam
Deputy Head of Arabic
Secondary