Welcome to New Staff

Jessica Govender

Senior School Techer

About a year ago, I felt the Lord leading me to leave my home in South Africa to immigrate to Australia and I feel so blessed to be a part of this beautiful school and community.

My educational background is in BSc Zoology. However, while completing my undergraduate qualification I also developed a keen interest and passion for Robotics. Since then, I have gained experience with the development and implementation of STEM, robotics, and coding in the classroom in schools across Southern Africa. Outside of the classroom, I love observing animal behaviour, reading and spending time with my family.

Verlin Govender

Senior School Teacher

I have recently moved from South Africa, and I am delighted to be part of the Oxley family. My initial studies were in the field of chemical engineering. However, during these studies, I experienced a distinct call to education and since then, I have taught high school science for about 10 years and lectured second year engineering for two years.

I am privileged to part of this fantastic community, and I look forward to being impactful in my new role.

Rose Watkinson

Canteen Assistant

Hello! I have just started working in the canteen. A highlight is the lovely team I work with. It is a blessing to be here, and I thank God for the provision. 

I am married to Ian and mum to two lovely young women. I work as a NDIS Support Worker and have done so for over five years, mainly cooking for my client. I also sew Medical Stocking Applicators for our business. My training is in theology, agriculture and horticulture. I like gardening, walking, photography, reading, movies, brunches and looking after my chooks.