Who's who in the Otley Deanery Youth & Childrens Network
Judith Wigley heads up a team of three, all of whom are paid to work part-time. Anne Cayton is responsible for our schools bible storytelling project Open the Book; Cassie Beeson supports the youth networks. By far the most important people in the network are the voluntary youth and children’s leaders who freely give of their time, talents, energy and enthusiasm in getting behind the many and varied projects, events and activities.
To find more about the team look at there individual profiles below
Who are you?
Judith Wigley – Networker
(oldest, greyest member of the team- but youngest in heart)
How long have you worked for the network?
Since August 2004
When do you work?
3 days a week usually Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays except for youth events then its on a weekend.
What have you done previously?
Raised 4 children (now 'adults' so they tell me) worked for Wakefield Diocese as Children's advisor. Somewhere in the dim and distanced past I think I taught 9-13 year olds...but it feels a long way off.
What do you do when you're not working?
Swim, walk, read and spend time with my family and help organise children's events at my home church
Favourite food?
Difficult one to answer...so much to choose from but homemade bread & jam and fresh fish (but not together) come high on my list
Who are you?
Anne Cayton – School’s Project Coordinator
How long have you worked for the network?
Since September 2007
When do you work?
Usually Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday plus the odd evening
What have you done previously?
Taught Primary age children for 9 years, run toddler groups, parish magazine editor, been a full time mum
What do you do when you're not working?
Housework, shopping, running after 3 children and husband, sing in the worship group at my home church
Favourite food?
Chinese & chocolate (but not together)
Favourite drink?
White wine and a cup of tea
Who are you?
Cassie Beeson – Youth Assistant
How long have you worked for the network?
Since September 2008
When do you work?
Usually Tuesday and Wednesday and Youth Events
What have you done previously?
I have been studying Sculpture in Manchester.
What do you do when you're not working?
I play lots of cards, look after my cats, go for walks, baking, sculpting, learning Estonian, and I have an ongoing project to tidy my bedroom.
Favourite food?
I’m vegetarian, and I like Lemons, Onions, and Japanese cuisine.
Favourite drink?
Cauliflower and Broccoli Cup a soup or Banana Milkshake.