School counsellor
Teachers, parents, health and welfare services or students themselves refer students to the school counsellor. The school counsellor provides a confidential service including psychological welfare, diagnosis of educational problems, programs of remediation and assisting with adjustment and behavioural problems. Parents are welcome to make an appointment by telephoning the school. Our school counsellor is Mr Simon Coyle.
Girls' adviser/welfare coordinator
The girls' adviser is responsible for the welfare of all students and co-ordinates the welfare team. All students are invited to seek her assistance when confronted with problems. She is responsible for students with specific medical problems and seeks advice where possible from the parent in the case of an emergency at school. Our welfare coordinator is Ms Yorke.
Careers adviser
The careers adviser is available to all students but particularly to Years 9-12. Years 9 and 10 have timetabled lessons and new Year 10 students need to check with the careers adviser for information about work experience and the annual careers market. The careers adviser gives help to students and parents on subject selection, tertiary training, courses available and career path planning. Senior students can book individual interviews to discuss their program of study or future training, courses available, scholarships and employment goals. Our careers adviser is Mr Moylan.
Class teachers
Class teachers are responsible for teaching the courses set by the NSW Board of Studies. Barrenjoey teachers are fully qualified and committed to maximising student learning and promoting the welfare and academic progress of students.
Youth worker
Barrenjoey has a part time youth worker, funded by local churches, who coordinates scripture and assists the learning support teacher with students with learning difficulties. Our youth worker is Mr Myers.
Support staff
Barrenjoey's administrative support staff includes reception and office staff, print room operator and kitchen, laboratory, library and general assistants. The support staff assists the principal and the teaching staff in the management, organisation and implementation of learning programs, management of school finance, maintenance, grounds improvement and organsisation for school functions and activities. The school administration manager and treasurer is Ms Capiron.
P&C employed staff
The P&C employs the canteen supervisor, Ms Rutter, and her assistants and the uniform store manager, Ms Rudd.
