Mrs Riordan (Head Teacher)

I came to this lovely school in January 2017. I am responsible for making sure we all work together to make our school the best it can be and ensure we all live our Misson Statement everyday. ' Dyn ni’n tyfu gyda’n gilydd mewn cariad Duw wrth i ni wedddio, dysgu a chwarae'. 'We grow together in God's love as we pray, learn and play'. We are working on making our school building bigger, better and beautiful! Our Nursery is now well established  and we are flourishing as a school with rising numbers on roll. There are exciting times ahead for our St. Joseph's Primary community. We have had the school roof replaced and are very pleased with the results. We have also had the windows in our Annex area replaced along with further doors and windows. We have set up a wellbeing area with the help from donations from our fantastic PA. The flooring inside has been replaced throughout the corridors and all areas inside repainted looking much brighter. We have installed a new outdoor classroom and outdoor reading areas with our outdoor areas now boast new sheds for resource storage and brand new a mini assault course. We have new canopies for dosbarth St Non, St David and St Cadoc,  with plans in place for a canopy in dosbarth St Illtyd. There are also plans in place to refurbish the corridor windows and re tarmac the school playground. The soft area outside the Nursery has already been installed. There are further plans in place with the PA for a climbing wall and some Jungle gym apparatus.  We have a vision and are on our journey. The best things about our school are the fantastic, hardworking and caring staff, our helpful school community and our kind, friendly children. 

Mrs Wheeler (Deputy Head and Dosbarth Non Sant Teacher)

I am the deputy head teacher, supporting the Head Teacher to ensure the school is the best it can be and have worked at the school for over 35 years. I currently teach in the Nursery, Dosbarth St Non. I am the Foundation Phase Leader and the Curriculum for Wales leader too.  I also lead our Learning squad as part of pupil voice. My favourite things about St. Joseph's are the supportive community and our fantastic pupils.

Miss Kates (Dosbarth David Sant Teacher)

This is my second year teaching at St Joseph's and I am the class teacher in Dosbarth St David. I am also responsible for the Maths and Numeracy area of the curriculum. I am so happy to be working at a school that has such a strong community within it. My favourite thing about St Joseph’s so far is the kindness of the pupils.

Ms Beynon & Miss Evans (Dosbarth Illtyd Sant Teachers)

I have worked at the school since 2017.  I am responsible for the English area of the curriculum as part of the Languages, Literacy and Communication team. I also run the monthly school Senedd meetings and work with the Super Ambassadors in Year 6. My favourite thing about St Joseph's is how much children enjoy learning and the amazing effort they put into everything they do!

Miss  Evans (Dosbarth Illtyd Sant and PPA Teacher)

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Mrs Tuff (Dosbarth Teilo Sant Teacher)

I am the ALNCo and I support all those children who need additional support with their learning. I have been a teacher for over 20 years and I have been at St Joseph's since 2015.  I currently teach in Dosbarth Teilo. I am the Progression Step 2 Leader and the Health and Wellbeing Leader too.  I also lead our Diversity action groups as part of pupil voice. My favourite things about St. Joseph's are the wonderful children who make me smile every day and the supportive community we have around us.

Mrs Houston and Mrs Westgarth (Dosbarth Gwynno Sant Teachers )

I have worked at the school for over 30 years. I currently teach Year 3 in Dosbarth St Gwynno, and I am responsible for how Welsh as a Second Language is taught in the school Welsh. I run the after school Welsh Club. My favourite thing about St. Joseph's is the children!

I have worked at the school for 11 years. I am the PPA teacher. I am responsible for Science and Technology and the Digital Competence Framework in St Joseph's. I run the after school Baseball and Netball clubs. My favourite thing about St. Joseph's is the kind and caring children!

Miss Davies( Dosbarth Cadoc Sant Teacher)

I have been lucky enough to recently join the St Joseph’s community this year. I am new to the school but have felt so welcome already. I teach in Dosbarth St Cadoc and lead PE within our school, as well as our Healthy Schools group. I am so excited to work with everyone in our fantastic school community! My favourite thing about St Joseph’s so far has been the strong community spirit and the very kind and friendly children.

Mrs Zabaneh (Dosbarth Tydfil Sant Teacher)

St. Joseph's isn't just a school; it's a haven for growth and belonging. Since joining in 2020, I've witnessed first-hand the transformative power of this community, where my 20 years of teaching experience, honed both in Cardiff and abroad, find their fullest expression.

As Year 5 teacher in Dosbarth St Tydfil, I lead the Humanities department and play a pivotal role in fostering positive school life. I facilitate our Peer Mediator program, empowering children to resolve conflicts peacefully and develop essential communication skills. I'm also passionate about instilling critical thinking and creativity in young minds. I run P4C (Philosophy for Children), encouraging students to ask questions, collaborate, and express themselves confidently. P4C's "4C's" – Caring, Collaborative, Creative, and Critical – form the foundation of our sessions, shaping thoughtful and responsible individuals. Beyond academics, I fuel children's curiosity through an engaging coding and engineering after-school club. These experiences showcase the true spirit of St. Joseph's: a community built on respect, kindness, and a genuine love for learning.What I cherish most? Our polite and friendly students, who make coming to school a daily joy.

Mr Cobb (Dosbarth  Dwynwen Sant Teacher)

I have taught in the school for 5 years. I currently teach Year 6 in Dosbarth St Dwynwen.  I am responsible for how Science and Technology are taught in the school as the Science and Technology Leader. I manage the school website and I run the after-school rugby club. I am the Eco lead. My favourite things about St. Joseph's are the ethos and children!

Miss Haslam (PPA Teacher)

I am very excited to have joined St Joseph’s this year as a PPA teacher, working mainly with Dosbarth St Non. I also run our after school dance club, which is a fun dance to move around and get to know each other. My favourite thing about St Joseph’s so far is the children - they are so caring and polite, and seeing the smiles on their faces makes my day brighter each time I come through the gates!

Miss Chinnick (Teaching Assistant)

I have worked at the school for over 15 years. I am a classroom and intervention teaching assistant in Key Stage 2. My favourite thing about St. Joseph's is the children!

Mrs Brookes (Teaching Assistant)

I have worked at the school for over 20 years. I am a classroom teaching assistant and work in the Nursery. I help out with different after-school clubs.  My favourite thing about St. Joseph's is the community spirit!

Ms Fuller (Teaching Assistant)

I am the teaching assistant in St Illtyd and the Breakfast club co-ordinator. I am also a Thrive practitioner. My favourite thing about St. Joseph's are the lovely pupils!

Mrs O'Brien

I have worked at the school for a year.  I am a classroom teaching assistant in Progression Step 1, currently in Dosbath St David and the ELSA assistant in St Joseph's. My favourite thing about the school is all the lovely children.  

Miss Lewis

I am a teaching assistant currently working with children in Progression step 1 and 2. I enjoy supporting children and being a positive influence in their lives. My favourite thing about St Joseph's is seeing children reach their full potential.

Mrs Ekstrom-Gabb (School Secretary)

I have worked at the school for over 10 years. I am in charge of the school office and PA to the head teacher. My favourite thing about St. Joseph's is the children!