Headquarters:
11 Ruthven Street, Corinda 4075
Year founded:
1929
Number of employees:
320
Phone:
07 3373 5999
Email:
hr@staidans.qld.edu.au
Website:
staidans.qld.edu.au
LinkedIn:
linkedin.com/school/st-aidan's-anglican-girls'-schoo
“We put our customers at the centre of our business, responding to brokers in a proactive and timely manner and working with the customer to understand their unique risk profile and tailor appropriate solutions”
Erica Kofie, QBE
Toni Riordan
Principal
Toni Williams
Director of Business and Operations
Geraldine Ebbrell
Deputy Principal
Leadership
As principal of St Aidan’s Anglican Girls’ School, Toni Riordan brings extensive expertise in educational leadership and governance. She holds a Master of Educational Leadership and a Bachelor of Education, along with active involvement in key associations including AHISA, ISQ, ICGS, MACEL and MACE. Riordan is a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (GAICD) and a Queensland fellow of FACEL. Her governance training equips her with a strategic outlook, balancing academic excellence with effective organisational management. At St Aidan’s, Riordan is committed to upholding high academic standards while nurturing a strong, community-focused learning environment.
Principal
Toni Riordan
As director of business and operations for the Society of Sacred Advent (SSA), Toni Williams manages operational functions across St Aidan’s and St Margaret’s Anglican Girls’ Schools. She holds dual bachelor’s degrees in accounting and information systems, equipping her with expertise in financial management and technology systems. Williams is CSA certified and a graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. Her governance training supports her strategic role within SSA, enabling her to contribute effectively to decision-making. Her combined skills in accounting and IT allow her to efficiently oversee the complex operations of multiple educational institutions.
Deputy Principal
Toni Williams
Geraldine Ebbrell brings over 20 years of educational leadership to her role as deputy principal at St Aidan’s Anglican Girls’ School. Previously, she was director of student experiences at West Moreton Anglican College, managing creative arts, sport, activities, outdoor education and major events. Ebbrell also served five years as acting head and deputy head of senior school at West Moreton and eight years as leader of learning at Stuartholme School. She holds a Master of Education in Leadership and Management (Distinction) and is an aspirant of AHISA. With a background in health and physical education, Ebbrell has expertise in pastoral care, curriculum and staff development.
Deputy Principal
Geraldine Ebbrell
“We put our customers at the centre of our business, responding to brokers in a proactive and timely manner and working with the customer to understand their unique risk profile and tailor appropriate solutions”
Erica Kofie, QBE
“We continue to see cyber as a key opportunity and will be further developing customer-centric solutions across various geographies and segments in line with our growth aspirations”
Erica Kofie, QBE
Leadership
“We continue to see cyber as a key opportunity and will be further developing customer-centric solutions across various geographies and segments in line with our growth aspirations”
Erica Kofie, QBE
“We put our customers at the centre of our business, responding to brokers in a proactive and timely manner and working with the customer to understand their unique risk profile and tailor appropriate solutions”
Erica Kofie, QBE
Leadership
Brenton Campbell, BEd (Secondary), BCI (Drama), MEd (Evidence-Based Teaching)
Director of Teaching and Learning
Brenton Campbell has been teaching at Sheldon College since 2006. He has taught English to students from Years 7 – 12, the QCAA English syllabus and Literature syllabus to Years 11 and 12 students, been a Year Level Coordinator and a Head of Faculty (English and Languages). He is an accredited QCAA Assessor. As a teacher, Campbell values home-school partnerships, believing that together, they empower young people to reach their potential. As a leader, he leads his curriculum teams with integrity, honesty and collaboration. Campbell enjoys reading, travelling and learning languages as they give him perspective and empathy for others.
Director of Teaching and Learning
Brenton Campbell, BEd (Secondary), BCI (Drama), MEd (Evidence-Based Teaching)
Mrs Mardi Bolton, BEd, MEd (Educational Wellbeing)
Director of Primary
Mardi Bolton, director of primary at Sheldon College, leads learning, teaching and wellbeing initiatives for around 750 students in Prep to Year 6. With over 25 years in state, independent, and Catholic systems, she is a collaborative leader with a Master of Educational Wellbeing and Advanced Coaching accreditation. Passionate about community and wellbeing, Borton champions mentoring to support teachers in enhancing classroom instruction. She is especially proud of her role in developing the College’s Learning with IMPACT framework, a roadmap for evidence-based teaching that fosters consistent, impactful learning and improves outcomes for every student.
Director of Primary
Mrs Mardi Bolton, BEd, MEd (Educational Wellbeing)
Student success is only part of the story at St Aidan’s Anglican Girls’ School. The school’s academic results place it among Queensland’s best, but the foundation behind those outcomes is built in the staffroom. Teachers here are supported to grow, trusted to lead and encouraged to keep learning alongside their students.
The school was founded in the Anglican tradition and continues to be shaped by Christian values. It is a place where staff feel included, students are known as individuals and personal and professional growth is expected and supported. With approximately 1,100 students from Kindergarten to Year 12, it is known for its close-knit community feel.
Leadership plays an active role in creating this environment. Many staff hold advanced degrees, and their investment in education carries through the school’s approach to training, hiring and professional development.
Educators are encouraged to think beyond the classroom and pursue new skills. Opportunities include advanced study, peer collaboration, mentoring and leadership roles. This kind of long-term support has helped build a workplace where teachers bring curiosity to their practice and pride in their progress.
“Our development approach recognises that great educators are lifelong learners, so we create multiple pathways for growth, from formal qualifications to peer collaboration, mentoring programs and opportunities to lead educational innovation within our school community,” says principal Toni Riordan.
Hiring is values based. St Aidan’s looks for people who understand the power of relationship-building in girls’ education. Candidates are selected for their expertise and how well they align with the school’s community-focused culture. Teachers are expected to believe in every student’s potential and to shape their methods to match different learning needs.
Support continues after the contract is signed. Staff are given regular access to current research and practical training, especially in best practices for teaching girls. The school keeps class sizes small. This allows teachers to connect more easily with their students and creates room for a more tailored approach to learning. It also lowers stress and improves job satisfaction.
Professional development is matched by policies that support day-to-day wellbeing. The school’s location, set in a quiet area near Brisbane’s public transport network, helps create a sense of calm. Staff also benefit from an inclusive environment where diversity is respected and reflected in ongoing training. Educators are supported in developing cultural competency and building classrooms where every student is seen and heard.
“Prospective employees can expect to join a community that values them as whole individuals, not just educators and professionals,” says Toni Riordan. “They’ll find a supportive environment where their growth is actively invested in, their expertise is respected and their contributions make a tangible difference in young women’s lives.”
The school is expanding its leadership pathways, strengthening mentoring programs and investing in new teaching technologies. It is also developing recognition programs that highlight academic excellence, innovation and student support.
The Educator recognised St. Aidan’s as one of Australia’s 5-Star Employers of Choice for 2025.
St Aidan’s has earned its academic reputation. However, its strength as an employer comes from something more profound. The school treats education as a shared pursuit. Teachers are supported to succeed and stay inspired.
“We continue to see cyber as a key opportunity and will be further developing customer-centric solutions across various geographies and segments in line with our growth aspirations”
Erica Kofie, QBE
Marisa Goss, EMBA, GradCertBA, FAIM, MAHRI
Director of Human Resources
Mark Dimou, MAcc, BBuss, Beng (Civil), CAANZ, MAICD, JP (Qual)
Director of Business and Finance
Jonathan Thomsen, MEdplus, FIML, MAICD, JP (Qual)
Director of Marketing and Communications
Simon Williams
Chief Strategy & Distribution Officer, Arch Insurance International
and Active Underwriter, Syndicate 1955
Kylie Quinlivan is general counsel and company secretary of hipages Group and a member of the executive team. This is her second role as general counsel of an ASX-listed company. Quinlivan is a top-tier trained corporate lawyer with over 17 years of experience in public and private M&A/transactional work, fundraising, and corporate governance. She is commercially oriented, curious, and with a demonstrated ability to understand complex matters quickly and communicate simply. Quinlivan is excited by hipages’ growth potential, its entrepreneurial spirit and conviction for creating a unique culture. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce/Laws (Honours) and a Master of Laws from the University of Sydney.
General Counsel and Company Secretary
Kylie Quinlivan
Keith Schlosser is global chief information officer at AXIS Capital, where he leads the company’s global information technology and data strategy. He is also responsible for driving change throughout the organisation by delivering high-quality, future-oriented IT services in line with AXIS Capital’s business strategy. Schlosser has more than 30 years of insurance industry experience, spanning roles in information technology, business solutions, marketing and sales. Prior to AXIS, he served as chief information officer for Chubb’s Overseas General Insurance division, where he spearheaded a number of growth, innovation, digital and change initiatives. Before that, he served as CIO at The Travelers Companies international division. Schlosser was also a vice president for marketing technology and web communications at AIG.
Global Chief Information Officer
Keith Schlosser
Dan Draper was appointed group chief underwriting officer in September 2022. He had previously served for more than two years as group head of underwriting at AXIS. Prior to that, he had been group chief risk and actuarial officer at VIBE. Before joining VIBE, Draper spent eight years with AXIS, holding a number of leadership roles that included group chief actuary, chief risk analytics officer, and insurance segment chief risk officer. Before that, he held managerial positions at the Financial Services Authority, XL Capital, and EY.
Group Chief Underwriting Officer
Dan Draper
Kimi leads the Estate Planning and Wealth Protection team and is a member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners. She understands the complex and delicate nature of family estate planning, the technical requirements around probate and estate administration, and the importance of preserving wealth for future generations. Her advice is accurate, commercial, strategic and tailored to each situation.
Partner
Kimi Shah
Kimi leads the Estate Planning and Wealth Protection team and is a member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners. She understands the complex and delicate nature of family estate planning, the technical requirements around probate and estate administration, and the importance of preserving wealth for future generations. Her advice is accurate, commercial, strategic and tailored to each situation.
Partner
Kimi Shah
Kimi leads the Estate Planning and Wealth Protection team and is a member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners. She understands the complex and delicate nature of family estate planning, the technical requirements around probate and estate administration, and the importance of preserving wealth for future generations. Her advice is accurate, commercial, strategic and tailored to each situation.
Partner
Kimi Shah
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Student success is only part of the story at St Aidan’s Anglican Girls’ School. The school’s academic results place it among Queensland’s best, but the foundation behind those outcomes is built in the staffroom. Teachers here are supported to grow, trusted to lead and encouraged to keep learning alongside their students.
The school was founded in the Anglican tradition and continues to be shaped by Christian values. It is a place where staff feel included, students are known as individuals and personal and professional growth is expected and supported. With approximately 1,100 students from Kindergarten to Year 12, it is known for its close-knit community feel.
Leadership plays an active role in creating this environment. Many staff hold advanced degrees, and their investment in education carries through the school’s approach to training, hiring and professional development.
Educators are encouraged to think beyond the classroom and pursue new skills. Opportunities include advanced study, peer collaboration, mentoring and leadership roles. This kind of long-term support has helped build a workplace where teachers bring curiosity to their practice and pride in their progress.
“Our development approach recognises that great educators are lifelong learners, so we create multiple pathways for growth, from formal qualifications to peer collaboration, mentoring programs and opportunities to lead educational innovation within our school community,” says principal Toni Riordan.
Hiring is values based. St Aidan’s looks for people who understand the power of relationship-building in girls’ education. Candidates are selected for their expertise and how well they align with the school’s community-focused culture. Teachers are expected to believe in every student’s potential and to shape their methods to match different learning needs.
Support continues after the contract is signed. Staff are given regular access to current research and practical training, especially in best practices for teaching girls. The school keeps class sizes small. This allows teachers to connect more easily with their students and creates room for a more tailored approach to learning. It also lowers stress and improves job satisfaction.
Professional development is matched by policies that support day-to-day wellbeing. The school’s location, set in a quiet area near Brisbane’s public transport network, helps create a sense of calm. Staff also benefit from an inclusive environment where diversity is respected and reflected in ongoing training. Educators are supported in developing cultural competency and building classrooms where every student is seen and heard.
“Prospective employees can expect to join a community that values them as whole individuals, not just educators and professionals,” says Toni Riordan. “They’ll find a supportive environment where their growth is actively invested in, their expertise is respected and their contributions make a tangible difference in young women’s lives.”
The school is expanding its leadership pathways, strengthening mentoring programs and investing in new teaching technologies. It is also developing recognition programs that highlight academic excellence, innovation and student support.
The Educator recognised St. Aidan’s as one of Australia’s 5-Star Employers of Choice for 2025.
St Aidan’s has earned its academic reputation. However, its strength as an employer comes from something more profound. The school treats education as a shared pursuit. Teachers are supported to succeed and stay inspired.
