Interviews
In this edition, more staff members have been interviewed. Continue to scroll down and enjoy reading and getting to know our staff.
Mr Best (Assistant Head) by Jaswini 6G
1 - How long have you worked here at RGJS?
Eight years.
2 - Do you like working here?
I love working here.
3 - What would be your favourite subject to teach?
Maths -Algebra.
4 - What would you do if you didn't work?
I would work for a charity - specifically Parkrun charity.
5 - Do you ever get annoyed by children?
No - but some children can make better choices.
6 - What class do you think is the most behaved?
None in particular; every class is amazing in its own way.
7 - What year do you like to teach at RGJS?
I like to teach all years. Year 3 because they get excited about learning. Year 4 because they start to see the world differently and ask interesting questions. Year 5 because they start to grow up and I get to see their new changes. Year 6 because they start to mature and get ready for High school.
8 - Do you have a favourite class you would want to teach?
I like to teach a class that has children who ask lots of questions and think deeply about answers to questions and a class that asks further questions.
9 - How long do you wish to work at RGJS?
For as long as Ms Loosemore needs me.
10] How do you feel when dealing with children who have unacceptable behaviour?
Patience - always listens to the different points of view of the child. It helps me understand the situation better and helps everyone involved.
BONUS COMMENT: I think every one of the teachers needs a pay raise for all their hard work in making RGJS the best we can be.
Mrs Ali (Year 6 Class Teacher & Year Leader) by Indiya-Rae 5G
I interviewed Mrs Ali and asked her a few questions - here is how it went.
1 - Why is it rewarding to work at RGJS?
It is rewarding because I have the pleasure of seeing children grow and develop all the way from year 3 to year 6.
2 - Is year 6 a special year group for you?
For me, year 6 is a special year group because the children spend their last year in year 6 before they leave us to their chosen high school.
3 - Do you feel lucky with the class that you are in now?
I feel lucky with my class because in year 6: we prepare the children to take their SATS test, and I have taught many children and their siblings while I am in the school.
4 - If there was any other year or class to teach, which one would you teach?
I really want to teach year 4. Year 4 has a special place in my heart because year 4 was the first year I taught in my teaching career.
5 - Do you like teaching your present class?
Yes, I do like teaching them. I have such a nice class. They can be cheeky sometimes, but they make me laugh all the time.
6 - Why did you choose to work at RGJS?”
I worked in a previous school for 5 years and felt that I needed to move on to a different school. However, I was very hesitant because I didn’t want to move to just any school. I visited RGJS and met Ms Loosemore, who showed me the whole school. I was very impressed by the children, teachers and Ms Loosemore. So, I applied for the job and got the teaching role in 2018.
Miss Edward (Year 3 Class Teacher & Year Leader) by Judy 4G
1 - Which maths set would you like to teach the most?
Set 1, because I have not taught them yet.
2 - Do you like this year's 3S or last year's 3S?
They are different, but both are nice.
3 - Did you choose to be a year 3 teacher?
Yes, I did.
4 - Do you think last year's 3S were noisier than this year's?
Last years.
5 - Did you have another job before being a teacher?
Yes, barista and typing bills.
6 - Would you rather spend all day in the library? Or spend all day teaching 3S?
Spend all day in the library.
7 - Is it hard being a year leader?
It is not hard, but lots of organising.
8 - Has anything changed since last year?
Yes, different trips and different teachers.
9 - What stresses you out?
People being unkind, not trying their best, tidying up my desk and not having coffee.
10 - What do you like about being a year leader?
When people come to me for a good reason.
Ms da Silva (Year 6 Class Teacher) by Chhaya 6G
1 - How long have you been at RGJS?
I started in January 2017 - over 7 years.
2 - Do you enjoy your job?
Yes.
3 - Is your job hard?
It can be challenging at times.
4 - Do children annoy you?
No, but some students can be trickier to deal with.
5 - What is your favourite thing about being a teacher?
The students 'lightbulb' moment, and that no day is the same.
6 - What subject do you like to teach?
Maths.
7 - What would you do if you were not a teacher?
I used to be a marketing manager, so most likely, I would continue to be one.
8 - What is your favourite year group to teach?
I am enjoying teaching Year 6.
9 - When did you get the idea of RGJS NEWS?
During Spring or Summer term 2023.
10 - Do you like to lead RGJS NEWS?
Yes, I get to interact with other students from different year groups and see them work collaboratively to create something they are proud of.
Ms Hussey (Support Teacher) by Eliza 4R
This interview is about Miss Hussey, a supply teacher at RGJS. She is from Hamilton, Ontario. Ms Hussey has been with us since September 2023; here are some things about her.
1 - You have been with us since September 2023 - how has that been for you so far?
Very busy learning new names and going places.
2 - What do you think is best about our school?
How the children try to be responsible.
3 - Did you work in another school before RGJS?
Yes, one in the UK and five in Canada.
4 - If you were not into teaching, what do you think you would be doing instead?
I wanted to be a shop biologist when I was a kid and a musician.
5 - What was the first class that you've taught in RGJS?
3S.
6 - What has been the most challenging thing about your job?
Trying to remember people's names (500).
7 - Name three words that best describe your personality.
Humorous, organized, motivated.
8 - What got you into teaching? What was your inspiration?
I like having a job where I feel I'm making a difference.
9 - Where would you see yourself in 5 years?
Living on the moon with 12 dogs, or living on an island and sleep as much as I want.
Ms Saha (Year 3 and 4 Support Teacher) by Eliza 4R & Judy 4G
1 - You have been with us since September 2023 - how has that been for you so far?
I have been enjoying my time.
2 - How would you see yourself in 5 years?
Owning a private nursery in the UK for little children.
3 - Name three words that best describe yourself.
Fun, Strict and Intelligent.
4 - What do you like best about our school?
The friendliness.
5 - What was the first class that you taught in?
3J.
6 - Did you work in another school before RGJS? If yes, which one?
Yes, in London.
7 - What is your favourite subject in school to teach and why?
Science because I like doing experiments.
8 - What got you interested in teaching? What was your inspiration?
My infant school teacher inspired me.
9 - What is the most challenging thing about teaching?
When children do not listen to me.
Ms K (Welfare Officer & Administration) by Eliza 4R
1 - You have one of the most important jobs at RGJS. What made you decide to become a welfare officer?
I wanted to be a doctor, but there was a war in my country, so I could not go to uni; then I came to England and started to work in a school.
2 - How long have you worked in RGJS?
14 years.
3 - What three words would you choose to describe yourself?
Smiley, kind and hard worker.
4 - Before your job as a welfare officer what did you do?
I was a teaching assistant.
5 - What challenges do you face in your role?
Sometimes, I want to spend more time with children.
6 - If you weren't doing this job, what would you be doing instead?
I would either be a swimming instructor or an artist.
7 - What was the worst injury that you have had to deal with?
Somebody broke their teeth while playing hockey.
8 - What would you like to say to the children at RGJS to help them be more careful and not get hurt in the playground?
Watch where you're going and do your shoelaces.
9 - What is your favourite thing about your job?
When I see children feeling better.
10 - Where would you see yourself in five years?
Still working in RGJS.
Ambassador Alessia 6R by Carla 5S
1 - How did you feel when you heard your name being called?
I felt happy, proud and a bit nervous.
2 - Were you surprised when you heard your name?
Yes, I was very surprised.
3 - Do you like being an Ambassador?
Yes, because I feel more responsible, and I love giving out stickers.
4 - Is it hard to be an Ambassador?
Not really - only if you have to get naughty children to listen.
5 - If you could, would you quit?
No, because I love being an ambassador.
6 - Were you scared to go in front of the school?
I was nervous but also a bit excited and happy.
7 - Are you happy to be a role model for everyone?
Yes, I like being a role model.
8 - Why do you think you were chosen?
It may have been because I am a good role model.
9 - Is it a big responsibility to be an Ambassador?
Yes, it is because you have to make sure everything is going smoothly.
10 - Were your friends proud of you?
Yes, they were very proud of me.
11 - Are you proud of yourself?
Yes, because it is a big thing to be an ambassador.
12 - Is it like how you thought it would be?
Kind of because I thought it would be more stressful.
13 - Isn't it boring to just stand still and tell people: Hats off or Stop talking?
Not really - it is nice to see people listen to you.
14 - Would you prefer if someone else took your role as Ambassador?
No, because it is fun to be an ambassador.
15 - Does it feel a bit weird to stand somewhere other than in your line to go to class?
Yes, because I am used to being in my line in the morning.