Support Staff

Kim Bates joined James Marks Academy in February 2024, initially working alongside the Forest House Education Centre team, before moving to her permanent position at James Marks Academy.

Prior to joining Forest House, Kim worked within an outreach team as a Family Support Worker supporting students and their families within Welwyn Garden City and Hatfield.

Kim has many years of experience working within schools. She has focussed on helping pupils that  have struggled with their attendance within mainstream schools.

Michael joined Roman Fields in August 2020 as Site Manager. He was educated in Ireland, and has worked in the construction industry for the past 36 years. He is a qualified carpenter and joiner.

During Michael’s career, he has gained experience and training in many aspects of the industry including plumbing, electrical, and project management. Michael is trained in Health & Safety and in Fire Safety. 

Pauline joined James Marks Academy Trust in December 2022, following a number of years working for the Local Authority, and across the Education and Charity Sectors.

She has worked in various roles with young people; as a teacher whilst living abroad, and with a number of charities including voluntary work as young persons' counsellor. 

Pauline also worked in adult learning as an ESOL teacher, and supported adults furthest from education, employment and training. 

Outside of work, Pauline is a School Governor for a local primary school, enjoys watching and (loosely) participating in sport, and has a passion for music. 

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Heidi joined Roman Fields in 2017, having previously worked in a similar role in a mainstream primary. 

Since being with Roman Fields, Heidi has developed her knowledge and skills within finance and is one of the designated first aiders.

Sam joined James Marks Academy Trust in in March 2024 after a career break raising her 2 children.

Prior to this, Sam has spent the majority of her career working in Procurement and Project Management for a large IT company.

In Sam's spare time she likes to spend it with her family and friends, travelling and exploring new places.

Alison is the Exams Officer so interested in all things exams related. Alsion also loves languages, reading, spending time with my family and getting out and doing some gardening - but only when the weather is nice. Alison has a background in education and professional development broken up with several periods overseas, mostly in China, Singapore and the USA. Alison has been working in the exams field for about 6 years now.