Wellbeing and 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 make our school welcoming and accessible to every child.

Assistant Principal Inclusion and Support- An Assistant Principal Inclusion and Support helps create a welcoming school environment where all students, including those with disabilities and additional wellbeing needs, feel included and supported. They work closely with the learning support team, school chaplain, WHIN nurse, and other allied health professionals to provide the right help for each student’s learning and wellbeing. They coordinate disability support and wellbeing programs, ensure the school meets policies for supporting all students, and help train staff on how to teach and care for students fairly and respectfully. Their goal is to help every student succeed, feel safe, and be valued at school.

Aboriginal Education Officer (AEO)- An Aboriginal Education Officer helps Aboriginal students at school by supporting their learning and wellbeing. They work with students, families, and teachers to make sure Aboriginal culture is respected and included in school. They also help with activities that teach about Aboriginal history and culture. Their goal is to help Aboriginal students feel welcome, succeed in school, and stay connected to their culture.

School Chaplain- A school chaplain helps students by listening to their problems and offering support. They provide care and advice to students and staff to help everyone feel safe and happy at school. Chaplains also run activities that teach good values and kindness. They are friendly adults who students can talk to when they need help.

WHIN Nurse- ​​Wellbeing nurses are employed by NSW Health and co-located in public schools. Wellbeing nurse work closely with school wellbeing and learning and support teams. They also work closely with local health and social services to support students and their families on a wide range of health and wellbeing issues. Issues may include mental health, social and behavioural support, physical health, and peer or family relationships.

School Counsellor- A school counsellor’s assessment role involves conducting tests and evaluations to understand students’ learning, emotional, and behavioural needs. They use these assessments to identify challenges and strengths, then provide clear reports and recommendations to help support the student’s development. The counsellor works with teachers, parents, and other staff to ensure the student receives appropriate help based on the assessment outcomes.

Kindy- Year 2 Speech and Literacy Tutor- A speech and literacy tutor helps young students who find reading, writing, speaking, or understanding language hard. They work with small groups or one student at a time to teach skills like recognising sounds, reading words, understanding stories, speaking clearly, and writing.

Personalised Learning Pathways (PLP) Learning Support Officer- Aboriginal Identified- A PLP Support Officer helps students with their Personalised Learning Pathways (PLPs) by giving them extra help and encouragement. They support students in understanding their goals and breaking them into smaller steps. They work with teachers to make sure the help matches the student’s learning plan.

Amy Murray- Assistant Principal, Inclusion & Support
Mathew Walford- Aboriginal Education Officer
Michael Flood- School Counsellor - Wednesday-Friday
Jodi Flynn- Kindy- Year 2 Speech and Literacy tutor
Jack Dallimore- Personalised Learning Pathways Learning Support Officer- Aboriginal Identified

Student Learning and Support Officers

School learning support officers, under the supervision and direction of a teacher, assist in classroom activities, school routines, and the care and management of students with special needs.

Support Class SLSO staff

Mainstream SLSO staff