Mr J Worton

Designated Safeguarding Lead, Quality of Education, Attendance, CPD, Teaching and Learning, Attendance, LAC Link

Mr Worton has been at Ridgeway for nine years, holding various roles during his time at the school. He studied BSc Sport and Exercise Science at the University of Wolverhampton before completing a PGCE in Secondary Physical Education at the University of Staffordshire. Beginning his career as a PE Teacher, he took his first responsibility as Head of Year and then moved to Head of PE. During 2020 he was appointed as Assistant Headteacher and in 2022 was appointed as the school’s Deputy Headteacher. Since the school moved into the Shires MAT, Mr Worton has been appointed as the Trust Lead for Safeguarding and Attendance.

His key responsibilities at Ridgeway Secondary School include:

• To ensure safeguarding systems are robust and effective
• To ensure students attend school well
• To oversee the schools Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Co-ordinator
• To ensure students receive a high-quality education at Ridgeway Secondary School
• To maintain a rigorous appraisal system that supports staff development and holds them accountable
• The Continued Professional Development of staff
• Teaching and Learning
• Line management of MFL, Performance, Creative, Science and Mathematics
• School calendar
• MAT Wide Safeguarding and Attendance Lead