New Staff Introduction
Introducing the newest members of our Team!
| Miss Francesca Hammond - Education Assistant (SN) (Primary) | |
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| My favourite pastime | I absolutely love musical theatre, travelling, junk journalling, reading, taking care of my plants and occasionally binging my fave tv shows. |
| My favourite food | I love a proper English roast dinner! Oh, and chocolate cake. |
| My favourite holiday destination | South Africa has been my absolute favourite, having just gone on a safari in the holidays. I also loved Italy and Germany. |
| My favourite sporting team | Manchester United! |
| What I am most looking forward to about working at Salvado Catholic College | I am most looking forward to getting to know the students & fostering a sense of unconditional positive regard. I hope to enhance learning, making it fun & inclusive. |
| Mrs Geeta Batra - Education Assistant (SN) (Secondary) | |
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| My favourite pastime | Spending time with friends and family, drawing or doing creative projects, listening to music |
| My favourite food | Noodles, pasta and chocolates |
| My favourite holiday destination | I love exploring new places, but if I had to pick one, it would be Switzerland. And Kashmir too! |
| My favourite sporting team | I enjoy watching sports but don’t have a specific team. |
| What I am most looking forward to about working at Salvado Catholic College | Supporting students in their learning journey, building positive relationships with teachers and staff, and creating a welcoming and engaging classroom environment. I'm excited to contribute to the school community and help students achieve their best! |
| Ms Si Yi Lo - Education Assistant (Primary) | |
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| My favourite pastime | Scooter rides with my family and making food |
| My favourite food | Asian food and desserts |
| My favourite holiday destination | Korea |
| My favourite sporting team | Eagles |
| What I am most looking forward to about working at Salvado Catholic College | Building relationships with students and colleagues, and gaining experience and skills to support the students and staff. |
| Mr Michael Peter - Secondary Teacher (English and Religious Education) | |
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| My favourite pastime | I really enjoy soccer… though now I mostly just watch 😊. I also have a very wide taste in music though I listen mainly to jazz and gospel music. |
| My favourite food | A good curry 😊 |
| My favourite holiday destination | Italy |
| My favourite sporting team | Liverpool |
| What I am most looking forward to about working at Salvado Catholic College | I am looking forward to contributing to the wonderful culture, sharing the camaraderie that exists here and hopefully touching the lives of students. |
| Mr David Grinceri - Secondary Teacher (Languages - Italian) | |
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| My favourite pastime | Outdoor activities, Mountain biking, Kayaking, sports |
| My favourite food | Spaghetti |
| My favourite holiday destination | Italy |
| My favourite sporting team | Inter Milano / Essendon |
| What I am most looking forward to about working at Salvado Catholic College | I’m looking forward to joining the Salvado community and getting to know the students and staff. |
| Miss Fiona Slater - Secondary Teacher (Science) | |
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| My favourite pastime | Walking my dog |
| My favourite food | Pasta |
| My favourite holiday destination | Iceland |
| My favourite sporting team | Ireland in Rugby Union |
| What I am most looking forward to about working at Salvado Catholic College | Working with all of the wonderful students and staff in this developing school 😊 |
| Ms Danae Murphy - Secondary Teacher (Humanities & Social Sciences) | |
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| My favourite pastime | Swimming or spending time at the beach |
| My favourite food | This is difficult, because I love food, but who can go past chocolate! |
| My favourite holiday destination | Italy or Portugal |
| My favourite sporting team | West Coast Eagles – I was even in the banner/cheer squad years ago |
| What I am most looking forward to about working at Salvado Catholic College | Helping develop the culture and being part of creating the College’s history. Joining a new and growing school is exciting. |
| Mrs Ursula Davies - Primary Teacher | |
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| My favourite pastime | I love exploring new destinations, immersing myself in different cultures, and discovering hidden gems. Whether it’s tasting local cuisine, wandering through markets, or uncovering history, every trip fuels my curiosity and appreciation for the world. Traveling isn’t just about places—it’s about the people, stories, and unexpected moments that make each journey unforgettable. |
| My favourite food | Crispy Seaweed and Prawn Pad Thai |
| My favourite holiday destination | Sorrento, Italy – near the Amalfi Coast and the Island of Capri. |
| My favourite sporting team | Wallabies - Rugby |
| What I am most looking forward to about working at Salvado Catholic College | What excites me most about joining Salvado Catholic College is becoming part of a supportive and inclusive learning community where curiosity, growth, and belonging are nurtured. I look forward to collaborating with educators, creating a classroom full of 'aha!' moments, and inspiring students to become confident, lifelong learners.
With experience working in diverse cultural settings, I value the importance of kindness, empathy, humility, and understanding different perspectives. I am eager to contribute to whole-school initiatives, from school events to faith-based programs, fostering a strong sense of community and respect for all backgrounds. Most of all, I look forward to building meaningful connections with students, families, and staff, ensuring every child feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. |
| Mrs Sarah Wohlsein - Head of Early Years | |
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| My favourite pastime | I love walking. I’ve completed the Cape to Cape and half the Bibbulmun Track. |
| My favourite food | I love Thai food and spent one week in Phuket completing a cooking course. |
| My favourite holiday destination | My favourite place in the world is Yallingup or anywhere in the South West Region. |
| My favourite sporting team | I’m a mad, passionate Docker’s supporter. Freo Forever! |
| What I am most looking forward to about working at Salvado Catholic College | I’m excited to support the teachers at Salvado in fostering the children's learning through play, exploration, and discovery. |