Junior Leadership Team

Junior Leadership Team 2026-27

This year we have selected a group of superb pupils to represent Northfield School under the banner of the Junior Leadership Team (JLT).  The process of selection was very robust, providing all candidates with an opportunity to experience the rigours of interviews and applications.  The JLT were chosen from the Year 11 prefect cohort and their selection included a written application, a formal interview with the school’s Senior Leadership Team and a public speaking exercise in front of staff.  The successful pupils were allocated roles in relation to their strengths and personal qualities.  The roles are aspirational and are clearly differentiated to support the corporate life of the school in a variety of capacities.  The JLT provide a myriad of services that include the school council, as figure heads for the pupil body and coordinating rewards, events and projects across the school.  The JLT is comprised of the Head Pupils, Deputy Head Pupils, Head Prefects and the new Ambassadors.  The JLT will introduce themselves below and provide an insight into their individual roles and responsibilities. 

Head Pupils:  William Patterson & Olivia Wadey 

As Head Pupils, we lead the Junior Leadership Team and proudly represent the pupil body across the school. We work closely with the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team, gathering and presenting pupil views, leading discussions and suggesting improvements that help shape the future of Northfield School. We champion the school’s core values, acting as positive role models for younger pupils and supporting them to maintain high standards. We also lead pupil voice and school improvement projects, support key events such as Open Evenings, Awards Evenings and Parents’ Evenings, and act as ambassadors when welcoming visitors and representing Northfield School in the wider community.

Deputy Head Pupils:  Cameron McCallister & Chloe Ryder 

As Deputy Head Pupils, our role is to work closely alongside the Head Pupils to help lead and oversee projects linked to key school priorities, including mental health and wellbeing, working collaboratively with our pupil ambassadors. We represent Northfield at key events and act as positive role models for our wider school community. Through pupil voice, we aim to improve school life and ensure pupils’ views are heard. We also help to lead the Student Council, building strong relationships across all year groups and encouraging pupils to play an active role in shaping the future of Northfield.

Head Prefects: Finley Holtham, Amy Ryan & Grace Carter 

Additional Roles for 2026/27

In addition to the JLT (Junior Leadership Team), this year, Northfield School & Sports College, has introduced a number of new Pupil Ambassador roles to recognise pupil leadership, commitment, and pride in our school community.

Ambassador of plc/hub/learning zone: Daisy Guz & Mia Henderson 

Ambassador of STEM: Aaliyah Kirk 

Ambassador of T&L: Hannah Hide & Chloe Hamil 

Ambassador of Sensory: Joshua Bollen

Ambassador for charity: Harry Folland & Isabelle Foster 

As Charity Ambassadors, our role is to work closely with Mrs Carroll to organise and support charity events across the school. We help raise money and awareness for a range of important causes, including charities we support regularly such as Charlie’s Promise and Children in Need, as well as causes that are meaningful to our pupils and community. We promote upcoming events, encourage pupils across all year groups to get involved and help everyone understand how their contribution can make a difference. From fundraising and non-uniform days to supporting local food banks, we aim to bring the school community together to make a positive difference to others.

Ambassador for MHWB: Sebastian Rich and Isabelle Rowe

As a mental health ambassadors, we want to create a safe and supportive environment where everyone feels comfortable talking about their mental health without fear of judgement. We hope to raise awareness, encourage open conversations and remind young people that they are never going to be alone, no matter what they may be going through. We want to promote kindness, understanding and positivity along with helping others feel confident reaching out for support when they need it. We believe that even the smallest act of kindness or taking the time to listen can make a big difference to someones life. Most importantly, we want to help break the stigma around mental health and make sure everyone feels heard, valued and supported.

Ambassador of Events: Jamie Drummond & Sarah Murakata 

As Event Ambassadors at Northfield School, our role shows responsibility, leadership and trust. We must represent the school’s values and make sure every event, including open evenings, parents’ evenings, charity fundraisers, award ceremonies and sporting events, leaves a positive impression. This involves welcoming visitors, answering questions, giving directions and making sure parents, students and staff feel welcome and included. We must also be confident, friendly and committed to helping every event run smoothly.

Furthermore, we must be organised, work well as a team and stay calm when problems arise. We should be able to make sensible decisions, find ways to improve events and take action without always being told what to do. Working respectfully with teachers, prefects and students is also important, as successful events depend on everyone working together. Most importantly, we must set a good example and take pride in representing Northfield School, understanding that even the smallest task can make a big difference