Our staff
Our team is committed to every student’s learning, wellbeing and sense of belonging. We work together to create a culture where every child is set up for success.
Our Principals
Paul Taylor
Wallsend Campus Principal
Nicole Avard
Waratah Campus Principal (rel.)
Peter Riley
Jesmond Senior Campus Principal
Kylee Owen
College Principal
Our Executive Staff
Your child’s school experience is shaped by the people around them. Our teachers bring experience, care and a passion for learning to every lesson. With a focus on success, they help every child reach their full potential.
Each of our faculties are supported by an experienced group of school leaders that is made up of head teachers, deputy principals and a principal at each of our campuses. Together with our classroom teachers and our learning and support staff they help create a school culture where every child is supported to reach their full potential.
Deputy Principal, Year 7 and Inclusion: Nicole Mulhearn
Deputy Principal, Year 9, Year 10: Stacy Lambert
Deputy Principal, Year 8, Year 10: Marc Unthank
Administration Head Teacher: Michael Psarris (Rel.)
CAPA Head Teacher: Clare Farmer (Rel.)
Careers Head Teacher: Richard McMahon
English Head Teacher: Simone Alchin
HSIE Head Teacher: Dane Le Rougetel
Mathematics Head Teacher: Amber Mackay (Rel.)
PDHPE Head Teacher: Andrew Johnson
Science Head Teacher: Dane Hockley
Special Education Head Teacher: Kristen Hermens (Rel.)
TAS Head Teacher: Shane Brain
Technology Head Teacher: David Summerville
Wellbeing Head Teacher: Britt Fowell
Deputy Principal, Year 7, Year 9: Lindsay Morrow
Deputy Principal, Year 8, Year 10: Allison Blight (rel)
Deputy Principal, Inclusion and Support: Ashleigh Beavan
Admin Technology, Head Teacher: Paul George
English Head Teacher: Kaylie Newell
CAPA Head Teacher: Dan Mani
HSIE Head Teacher: Mark Maclean
Inclusion Head Teacher: Veronica Dekort
Learning and Support Head Teacher: Renae Simmons
Mathematics Head Teacher: Ian Andrew
PDHPE Head Teacher: Alex Styles
Science Head Teacher: Chris Ellul
Special Education Head Teacher: Judy Brown
TAS Head Teacher: Elly Summers
Teaching and Learning Head Teacher: Lisa Panozza
Wellbeing Head Teacher: Larissa Lenton
Deputy Principal, Year 11: Megan Bond
Deputy Principal, Year 12: Chris Lee
Deputy Principal, Inclusion and Support: Craig Clinton
Administration Head Teacher: Sara Pendergast
CAPA Head Teacher: Jamie Mitchell and Rebecca De Souza
English Head Teacher: Barbara Davis
Careers Head Teacher: Pam Long
HSIE Head Teacher: Lucas Winter
Mathematics Head Teacher: Neil Wright
PDHPE Head Teacher: Paul Colla
Science Head Teacher: Jivvel Kilham
Special Education Head Teacher: Jeffrey Riley
Student Services Head Teacher: Suzie Rich
TAS Head Teacher: Bruce Killen
Committed to your child’s success
Our teachers ensure every student can thrive. They use proven ways to teach and tailor learning support for their students, and share a common learning platform so that all our teaching resources are accessible across our campuses.
Expert, connected and accredited
Our teachers are part of a strong education network. Professional learning happens every term for each teacher. Many of our teachers hold advanced accreditation, ensuring high-quality teaching for your child.
Lifelong learners
We partner with The University of Newcastle on professional learning opportunities, from new teaching graduates through to our most experienced educators.
Teacher–family partnerships
There is always an opportunity to engage with us, whether it is for a discussion about your child's progress, or attending our parent teacher interviews - we value your input.
Wellbeing and Learning Support Staff
Our wellbeing and support staff guide student wellbeing, learning needs and inclusion. They work with teachers to make personalised adjustments. This means each child can take part fully in school life. We take pride at each of our campuses for providing a welcoming and accessible learning environment to every child.
- Nicole Mulhearn, Deputy Principal, Support & Inclusion
- Danielle Shedden, Head Teacher, Learning and Support
- Britt Fowell, Head Teacher, Wellbeing
- Year Advisors
- Learning support team
- Emalee Clare, Aboriginal Education Team
Contact Wallsend Campus to learn about our wellbeing and learning support staff.
- Ashleigh Beavan, Deputy Principal, Inclusion
- Larissa Lenton, Head Teacher, Wellbeing
- Year Advisors
- Learning support team
- Darren Woodhouse, Aboriginal Student Support
Contact Waratah Campus to learn about our wellbeing and learning support staff.
- Craig Clinton, Deputy Principal, Inclusion
- Suzie Rich, Head Teacher Student Services
- Karen Scott, Aboriginal Education Team Coordinator
- Georgie Gallagher, EAL/D Teacher and Coordinator
- Year Advisors
- Learning support team
- Tyler Younie, Aboriginal Education Officer
Contact Jesmond Senior Campus to learn about our wellbeing and learning support staff.
Administration and Operations Staff
Our Administration and Operations Staff keep each campus running smoothly. They support students, teachers and families every day. Contact your local campus to learn about our administrative and operations staff.
- Business Manager: Fiona Davies
- School Administrative Manager: Lisa Willard
- Business Manager: Shai McKinley
- School Administrative Manager: Tracey Garner
- Business Manager: Sue Thornton
- School Administrative Manager: Claire Tynan