Introducing our Education Support Staff - part 2

We continue our short introductions to our Education Support staff. 

Meet the Administration & Finance Team

Sarah Burns – Business Manager

Hi! I am the Business Manager at NHS and my role is to oversee the financial management and viability of the School and ensure compliance in accordance with the Department of Education. I also support families experiencing financial difficulty in paying for school related expenses and manage the hire of NHS facilities.

My door is always open, so please feel free to come and see me if you need any assistance.

Kate Challis – HR and Executive Assistant

Hello!! I am Kate and as I have been at NHS for 8 years I have had the opportunity to meet many of you already! My role is Human Resources as well as supporting the Principal and Executive Team. Other areas that I support the school community with include; Alumni, school events and School Council. I am here to help in any way I can.

On the side, my office is used for all RSPCA matters, so if you have a pet who has escaped, please contact me as they may be in my office!!

Louise Penson – Enrolments, Transition and Compliance Coordinator

Hello! My name is Louise Penson and I am the Enrolments and Transition officer at NHS.  I started here mid Term 1, 2019 and I am very fortunate to be working with an amazing bunch of staff!

I have worked in State Schools for the past 8 years and before that I worked for major companies as a Personal Assistant i.e. Bayer and John Holland. I am married and have two teenage children Maddison and Bryanna and a gorgeous dog, ‘Lucy’ the Weimaraner, who I love to walk.

Cathy Ning – Accounts Receivable

Hi! I am the Accounts receivables at NHS and my role is to look after families’ accounts. If you have any finance enquiries, you are more than welcome to contact me.

Vicky Cai – Accounts Payable & Assets Management

Dear Parents, I am the Accounts Payable and Asset management person at NHS. My role is to process supplier invoices, prepare payment run and reconcile our supplier accounts.

Recording and managing our school fixed asset is also one of my duties. I am more than happy to help if you have any enquiries.

Jade Coco – Administration (second reception)

Hi there, I work at the second reception desk in the General Office. I support students, staff and families in administrative enquiries. Please contact me anytime and I would be happy to assist you.

Xanthe Gunner – Sub School and Education Support

Hello! My name is Xanthe and I work with the Year Level Program Leaders and Sub School Leaders from years 7 to 10, providing administrative and event support (including Work Experience and City School). I also support students in these year levels with everything from signing in late to organising Lost Property.

Jo Jones – Administration (front reception) and First Aid

Hi my name is Jo Jones. My role includes First Aid Coordinator and Reception. Most likely I will be the first person you speak to when you call or visit the school and also assist your child when they come to sick bay. I am very lucky in my role as it allows me to support families, teachers and students. I look forward to assisting you when you make contact with the school.