Archives: Staffs

Philip Barr BA DipEd(Syd) serves on the Admissions Team of the College and works with the recruitment of undergraduate students to the College. He attended St Paul’s as a resident student from 1973-1976, where he served as Honorary Secretary of the Students’ Club and Director of Mummers.

Philip has enjoyed a distinguished career in secondary education in Australia and the UK, most recently as the widely admired Master of the Lower School at Sydney Grammar School. In this role, he deputised for the Headmaster, interviewed all candidates for admission and scholarship, and was responsible for the general welfare and pastoral care of all boys in their first year at the School.

Across the course of his 39 years as a schoolmaster, Philip has taught English, Art (principally Art History) and French. His early years at Sydney Grammar saw him serve as Rowing Master and a House Master. He is an experienced and enthusiastic rowing coach, continuing to coach schoolboy crews today.

In the mid-1990s, Philip took on a three-year posting at Oundle School, Northamptonshire, the largest co-educational boarding school in Britain.

Philip has a long-standing affiliation with St James’ King Street, where he has served principally as a musician, but also as a parish councillor and parochial nominator. Since retiring from Sydney Grammar School in 2016, Philip has been active in supporting the admissions and academic programs of St Paul’s College.

Philip is currently seconded to Sydney Grammar School as Acting Headmaster for Terms 3 and 4, 2025

Andrew Watt MEdLdr(Macq) BEd(Woll) is welcomed to the Admissions Team while Philip Barr is on secondment. Andrew was Principal of Emanuel School 2018-24. Previously he held roles as Deputy Head of Wenona School and Deputy Head of Scots College Sydney.

Richard Morgan MA GDipMuseumStud(Syd) DipOutdoorRec(AQTF) FRSA MFIA MAICD JP joined the staff in April 2017, within which he is responsible for the administration of the College’s fundraising program and engagement with Paulines of all generations. A Fresher in 1978, Richard has given much of his time to assisting the St Paul’s College Union across various roles since he was an undergraduate. His role since 2023 is Director of Community Engagement with responsibility for alumni and community communications, website, social media, newsletters, events and College history.

Born in Manly and educated at Pittwater House for primary school, Richard boarded at Cranbrook after his family moved to Abercrombie House in Bathurst. Richard holds a BA in Archaeology and Geography at the University of Sydney and a postgraduate Diploma in Museum Studies. Richard has also completed a Sydney MA by research and thesis.

After completing his undergraduate studies, Richard worked alongside Pauline and Fellow of the College, Rev’d Dr Bill Jobling, who was Reader in the Department of Religious Studies. Richard assisted Bill in the field across several seasons of the Aqaba-Ma’an Archaeological and Epigraphic Survey of Southern Jordan, where he put his archaeological learnings to good use.

Upon his return to Australia, Richard took up a post in Newcastle as a museum director, responsible for the creation of the regional museum (a major NSW Bicentennial Project that was opened by HM The Queen in 1988). Richard then led the Sydney Maritime Museum before returning to Pittwater House as an educational administrator in 1991. After thirteen years, Richard was appointed Principal for six years.

Richard then consulted in Sydney and Timor Leste in support of humanitarian and philanthropic programs, as well as an appointment at the Institute of Business Studies in Port Moresby, PNG. After returning to Australia, Richard became the Director of Tourism and Community Development in Forbes, NSW, prior to his appointment at St Paul’s.

Richard has also given continuous national service through the Australian Army Cadets since the age of 19. For over 40 years, Richard’s service has taken the shape of many roles, including the top appointment as National Assistant Commander with the rank of Colonel. His recent transfer to the Australian Navy Cadets now sees him occupying a senior national management role as Director of Business, with the rank of Commander.

Richard is a proud Pauline who loves engaging with members of the Pauline community across all ages and interests. He thrives on assisting them in their journey towards their own personal and professional endeavours. He is enjoying working within the advancement team continuing to influencing the effort to raise much needed philanthropic support for the future of Paul’s.

An organist, Richard takes great delight in playing at the College Chapel on occasions and in the broader church community. Richard was  recognised by the Commonwealth Government for his community, education and defence service with the award of the Centenary of Federation Medal in 2003. He lives in North Sydney with his wife, Alison, who have a son and daughter plus five grandchildren.

Sarah Siegloff is the Manager of Major Gifts. Sarah joined the St Paul’s College Community Advancement Team in 2023, working with Richard Morgan and Julie Lam, to engage with the St Paul’s College community and support its goals into the future. Sarah is focused on major gifts and planned giving.

After initially working in banking Sarah spent many years living overseas with her husband and two children. It was while living in the Netherlands that she first started working in schools in various community leadership roles and realised her admiration of and enthusiasm for supporting outstanding educational institutions. Most recently she was the Vice President of the Ascham Parents’ Association, where her two daughters attended. This involved collaborating with a variety of stakeholders on events, projects and fundraising.

Sarah has been impressed by the generous welcome she has received from everyone in the St Paul’s Community. She thoroughly enjoys interacting with all the students, staff, parents, alumni and friends of the college, and looks forward to making a significant contribution to the college as part of an outstanding team.

Jackie Cox BAcct(SCU) FCPA JP commenced with St Paul’s in late 2017 and is the Director of Finance and Operations at St Paul’s College, responsible for its operational, financial and commercial management. She also serves as Secretary to the College Council and is responsible for the Groups and Conferencing business. Jackie is a Fellow Certified Practising Accountant (FCPA), bringing over two decades of experience in the accommodation, hospitality and travel sectors to St Paul’s and is a Justice of the Peace (JP). In her spare time, Jackie is an avid photographer.

Amanda O’Yang is the warm, smiling face behind the College’s reception, welcoming all undergraduate, postgraduate and senior members into the St Paul’s residential community. Amanda works hard to make all residents feel comfortable in their ‘home away from home’. She embraces the unique college spirit that ensures each resident has the best possible collegiate experience.

Amanda’s career in the Hotel and Tourism industry began when she worked in numerous front office positions, before making a pivot. She has a career spanning over 16 years within the Recruitment and Human Resources field, responsible for supporting Recruitment and Human Resources Directors.

Amanda joined the St Paul’s team in October 2018, working alongside the administration and operations team. Her passion and commitment fuel an extremely engaged approach to her work, with Amanda driven to create a supportive community that allows St Paul’s residents to thrive as young, independent adults.

Amanda lives with her husband and two young daughters, as well as their recently adopted puppy.

Brad Skone is a cabinet maker by trade, and Brad was a part of the St Paul’s College maintenance team for over a decade, making his promotion to Facilities Manager a seamless transition. Brad enjoys meeting a variety of characters and personality types as he works across the St Paul’s campus. Every day poses a new challenge, with two days rarely the same as each other. A keen sportsman in his day, Brad is passionate about the sporting aspects of College life, and is a proud supporter of the Canberra Raiders.