Our Principal and Staff

Our school team is committed to every student’s learning, wellbeing and sense of belonging. We work together to create a supportive and inclusive school where every child is set up for success.

Welcome from our Relieving Principal

As Relieving Principal of Bass High School, I am incredibly privileged to lead a diverse and vibrant school community where every student is known, valued and supported to achieve their best.

We understand that raising and educating young people is a shared journey, and strong partnerships between home and school are essential. I encourage our parents and carers to connect with us, ask questions, share their perspectives and be active members of our school community. Together, we can ensure our young people feel a strong sense of belonging and know that there are people around them who genuinely care about their success and wellbeing.

We also recognise that school, learning and success can look different for every young person. There is no single pathway that defines achievement, therefore as a school, we are committed to engaging our students in meaningful learning experiences and pathways that recognise their individual strengths, interests and aspirations.

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Whether their future takes them to university, further education and training, an apprenticeship, employment or another pathway, our goal is to help every student reach their potential and leave Bass High School with the confidence, skills and direction to take their next steps towards success.

At Bass High School, we hold dear the values of respect, integrity, inclusion and high expectations. We strive to create opportunities for every student to discover their strengths, develop confidence in who they are and aspire towards a future of their choosing.

Our school motto, Tibi Confidas - “Be true to yourself”, sits at the heart of this work. We want every young person who walks through our gates to feel proud of who they are, courageous enough to pursue their goals, and supported to become the very best version of themselves.

Jeniffer Sheringham,

Principal (Rel), Bass High School

Our Deputies

Our school leaders, including our principal, guide teachers and students. They help create a school culture where every child is supported to grow and thrive.

Our 2026 school leaders

Our school leaders, including our principal, guide teachers and students. They help create a school culture where every child is supported to grow and thrive.

Our teaching 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.

English & Languages
  • Elena Zotos (Rel HT of English/LOTE)
  • Chrysanthi Diasinos
  • Nafessa Rahman
  • Farah El Sanoussi
  • Stephen Karakiozis
  • Torise Neemia
  • Jessica Papadimiatos
  • Wenkun Shao
  • Layla Al Hesany
  • Isobel Bruce
  • Tracy Ge (HT of Teaching & Learning)
  • Bianca Giubega
Mathematics
  • Elie Azar (Head Teacher)
  • Susan Elek
  • Mey Chhay
  • Lisa Do
  • Maryam Zahid
  • Jonathan Vassil
  • Fuat Kayhan
  • Mary Nguyen
HSIE (Human Society and its Environment)
  • Nazareen Bi (Head Teacher)
  • Sammar Alaeddine
  • Sapeda Azari
  • Rabia Begum
  • Adam Dewhrist
  • Seunghyun (Richard) Lee
  • Mustafa Roubaie
  • Daniel Versace
  • Nidal Zerika
Science
  • Emmanuel Ampofo (Head Teacher)
  • Parmond Chandra
  • Brandon Veselinovic
  • Justine Bayliss
  • Maharage Perera
  • Tam Nguyen
Technology and Applied Studies (TAS) & Creative and Performing Arts (CAPA)
  • Adam King (Head Teacher)
  • Ali Akca
  • Xiao Fu
  • Yvonne Parks
  • Nadia Ahn
  • Renee Collier
  • Jamie Jordan
  • Thomas Parkinson
  • Liz Cousin
  • Khaled Fariha
  • Francis Rodr
Personal Development, health and physical education (PDHPE)
  • Helen McGuckin (Head Teacher)
  • Adeeb Abbas
  • Catherine Ebeling
  • Amanda Inglis
  • Joshua Jackson
  • Isra Kara-Ali
  • Nino Kubecka
  • Anthony Nakhoul
  • Tanika-Jazz Noble
  • Mark Pitchard
  • Alison Ryan
  • Sydney Tran
  • Jonathan Wilson
Special Education Unit (Support)
  • Sue Hamade (Rel Head Teacher)
  • Deanna Cacciotti
  • Zeinab El Hares
  • Iain Gray
  • Helen Helou
  • Peter Squires
  • Lena Zhong
Life Skills (LAST)
  • Anna Depta
  • Ali Hussain
  • Melisa Mitsopoulos (HT of Learning & Support)
  • Teresa Zalloua
Welfare
  • Tina Trajkovski (Head Teacher)
  • Martin Brooke
Student Engagement
  • Samia Chami
  • Mona Hamed
Senior Studies
  • Ms Vivian Chan (Head Teacher)
  • Penny Koutzas

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.

Our wellbeing and support staff
  • Bethany White (School Counsellor)
  • Leila Darbas (School Counsellor)

Contact our school to learn more about our wellbeing and support staff

Administrative and operations staff

Our administrative and operations staff keep our school running smoothly. They support students, teachers and families every day. You can find them in our front office or on the school grounds.

Our administrative staff

Front Office

  • Karen Kemp (School Administration Manager)
  • Sally Auchterlonie
  • Tracey Davies
  • Alexis Schettler
  • Jennifer Tran
  • Belinda Puckeridge

Contact our school to learn more about our administrative and operations staff

Year Advisors

Year 7
  • A Abbas (Year Advisor)
  • J Jackson (Assistant Year Advisor)
Year 8
  • M Chhay (Year Advisor)
  • H Helou (Assistant Year Advisor)
Year 9
  • J Vassil (Year Advisor)
  • J Jordan (Assistant Year Advisor)
Year 10
  • L Do (Year Advisor)
  • M Attique (Assistant Year Advisor)
Year 11
  • A Anglis (Year Advisor)
  • A Nakhoul (Assistant Year Advisor)
Year 12
  • S Azari (Year Advisor)
  • M Zahid (Assistant Year Advisor)

Have a question for our principal or teachers?

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Additional learning support

Find out how we support students with disability or additional learning needs.

Stories and highlights

Hear about stories, wins and proud moments from our staff and students.