Skip to content ↓

Meet the Team

 

Jo Eames - Strategic Manager

Profile image for Josephine Eames

Email: j.eames@qegschool.org.uk

I have worked within the sports, education and physical activity sector for over 24 years.

I held the position of Partnership Development Manager in Barnet between 2005 - 2012 and rejoined as Strategic Manager in 2017.

Whilst managing the amazing team of SGOs in Barnet I can also support schools on whole school planning, funding advice and business development. 

 

Caroline Connell - SGO West 

Profile image for Caroline Connell

Email: cconnell@st-james.barnet.sch.uk

I have been a member of the BPSS Team since September 2012, after the summer of inspirational Olympic and Paralympic success. I have a passion for inclusion, and ensuring all young children of Barnet have an opportunity to enjoy a positive experience of sport and being active.

I support the West schools day-to-day, with the following sports being my main areas of responsibility; Rugby League and Rugby Union, Hockey, Badminton, Disability/Inclusion Events, KS1 Festivals, Table Tennis and Ultimate Frisbee.

We have a unique and enthusiastic team in Barnet, which I am proud to be a part of.

Katie Knight - SGO South

Profile image for Katie Knight

Email: kba@whitefield.barnet.sch.uk

I have been a member of the BPSS team since 2017 and I have thoroughly enjoyed bringing new and exciting opportunities to Barnet. I have previously coached within primary and secondary schools and use my experience and passion to provide positive sporting opportunities to all young people in Barnet.

I support the South schools day-to-day, with the following sports/activities being my main areas of responsibility; Netball, Athletics, KS1, Tennis and Dodgeball. I also head our leadership programme and social media platforms.

www.linkedin.com/in/katiebailey92

Katie welcomed her first baby in July 2023.

Katie is on maternity leave currently

Vanessa Pender - SGO East

Profile image for Vanessa Pender

Email: vpender@eastbarnetschool.com

I joined the BPSS team in September 2011, I am based at East Barnet School supporting the schools over in the East of the borough.

My main areas of responsibility are; Girls Football, Athletics, Cross Country, Trampolining, Gymnastics, Dance and Volleyball. I also lead on the apprenticeship programme.

We’re passionate about providing positive experiences in sport and physical activity for all young people in Barnet.

Vanessa is currently on maternity leave

Jason Vassiliades - SGO Central 

Profile image for Jason  Vassiliades

SGO - Barnet Central

Email: j.vassiliades@qegschool.org.uk

I joined the BPSS team in September 2023 after working as a P.E Teacher in Barnet for the past 5 years.

I am extremely passionate about engaging young people in physical activity and giving them the chance to shine.

I am based at QE Girls School and I will be supporting the Central schools. My main areas of responsibility are Football, Cricket, Basketball and Golf.

Khalil Zakkour - SGO East (Maternity cover)

SGO - Barnet East

Email: kzakkour@eastbarnetschool.com

Khalil joined the team in April 2025 to cover Vanessa's maternity cover. He will deliver all the objectives of the East SGO role.