Congratulations to Maggie Lisseman, of Great Witley CE Primary School, who won Support Staff of the Year and was chosen as the overall winner of the Worcestershire Education Awards 2022, to win Outstanding Contribution to Education.

Maggie was chosen due to her tireless efforts and over 25 years of dedication to her school. Read more about Maggie's career at Great Witley.

The virtual awards, held on Thursday 24th February was hosted by Matthew Burton, of the documentary Educating Yorkshire and featured many celebrities, such as Olympic runner Sir Mo Farah, actor Ralf Little and comedian Jason Manford.

There were a number of Rivers staff nominated and recognised as finalists in the awards.

• Jessica Rudd - Reception Teacher, North Worcester Primary Academy
• Emily Calvert - Head, North Worcester Primary Academy
• Ben Holman - Year 2 Teacher, North Worcester Primary Academy
• Mrs Drearden - Teacher, Northwick Manor Primary School
• Mrs Xiehe Draper - Learning Assistant, Northwick Manor Primary School
• Kerry Postans - Headteacher, Burlish Park Primary School
• Ash Roberts - Teaching Assistant Burlish Park Primary School
• Averil Thomas - Learning Support Assistant, St Clement's C of E Primary School
• Mrs Mason - Teacher, St Clement's C of E Primary School

Well done to everyone recognised, it is a fantastic achievement, and we are very proud.

Watch the awards on the Worcester News Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/theworcesternews/videos/320548910044277