Our Team.

Preparing our students for an ever-changing world. Guiding and crafting them into young adults who in their own way can make a difference in the world.

Make a Difference.

We will provide a number of opportunities to join one of the state’s newest, innovative and interesting schools. We seek professionals who want to be ‘the person that their students remember’ and make a difference.

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Join Our Team.

We will be offering a number of opportunities over the next few years to join one of the state’s newest, most innovative and interesting schools. Applicants should demonstrate a passion for schools, teaching, learning and education. We seek professionals who want to make a difference.

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Our Executive Leadership Team

We would like to introduce you to our 2024 executive leadership team. We lead a valued team of thoughtful and intelligent staff, our 2018 Foundation Staff have an honoured place in our story. Along with this, all staff who join us up until 2024 will be designated Establishment Teachers and Professional Staff, to honour their key role in making Richmond High School.

Principal – Andrea Thompson

Andrea Thompson

Foundation Assistant Principal - James Taylor

James Taylor

Before his promotion to Assistant Principal James Taylor was the Head of Sub-School – Triggs House at The University High School. He has had the roles of Daily Organiser, ICT Coordinator and Timetabler at that school. He was Director of Computing at Frankston High School, one of the first schools to adopt a whole school approach to eLearning. His qualifications include Leadership: An Evolving Vision from Harvard, Boston, USA, a Masters of School Leadership (High Distinction) from Monash University, a Graduate Diploma of Education (High Distinction) from The University of Melbourne, and a Bachelor of Media Studies with Honours (First Class Honours) RMIT. He is a teacher of English and Media. Assistant Principal – Student Services, Support and Culture; Senior Years Program (Yr10-12); School Organisation; Camps and Excursions; Facilities and ICT; Family Engagement; Professional Learning and Performance Development. Mr. Taylor is highly regarded for his work in the formation and development of school culture and the wonderful inclusive culture he creates for students and the teachers working with them. In 2019, Mr Taylor was awarded an inaugural Menzies Foundation School Leaders Fellowship in recognition of his contribution to school leadership in Victoria, and his potential as a system leader in Australia.

Assistant Principal - Kelly Bruce

Kelly Bruce

Ms Kelly Bruce is our Assistant Principal who leads a portfolio that includes teaching, learning, primary school transitions and the promotion of female students. Before her promotion, Kelly served as the Head of Wellbeing at Vermont Secondary College, where she successfully built an outstanding wellbeing team. Joining us in 2022, she brought with her a wealth of experience and expertise that has already made a significant impact. Her qualifications include a Masters of Wellbeing from The University of Melbourne and a Bachelor of Arts majoring in literature and education from The University of Melbourne.

Kelly is not only an expert in English and literature but also has extensive experience in marking VCE exams. Her dedication to creating enriching learning experiences for both students and colleagues is unmatched. She excels in mentoring and coaching staff, fostering a positive and collaborative culture within and beyond the classroom.

Foundation Business Manager - Charlene Lloyd

Charlene Lloyd

Charlene Lloyd came to us from Vermont Secondary College. She has long experience as an Integration Aide and Program manager. She is establishing highly professional school systems and supporting the development and setup of other new schools. She started at Richmond High School in 2018.