Empowering cultures to rise with purpose.
How I work
For as long as I can remember, I’ve been fascinated by what motivates people to find their purpose and flourish. That curiosity first showed up in my teaching career, as I worked to understand how to get the very best out of my students and colleagues. I quickly realised something simple but profound: when leaders feel supported and teams are strong, students thrive.
That insight sparked more than a decade of study and exploration into how we can create the conditions for people to grow — both personally and professionally. Along the way I’ve earned three master’s degrees (in Education, Educational Leadership, and Applied Positive Psychology), as well as coaching qualifications, and I’ve had the privilege of designing and delivering workshops to leaders across Australia.
All of this experience has shaped the way I now work with schools and organisations. My focus is always on people: helping leaders feel confident and clear, supporting staff to stay connected and inspired, and ensuring wellbeing sits at the heart of meaningful progress.
Strategic Consulting and Action Planning
I work closely with leadership teams to align priorities with your School Excellence Plan and bring your Annual Improvement Plan (AIP) to life. Together, we identify focus areas, co-design practical strategies, determine appropriate measurement tools and map out clear, actionable steps that create meaningful progress all while keeping wellbeing at the forefront.
Workshops and programs for Leaders, Staff, and Students
I deliver a range of workshops and programs that bring research to life in practical, energising ways. My Positive Leadership Programs, grounded in Positive Organisational Behaviour, help leaders build the skills and mindsets that create thriving cultures. Alongside these, I also design and facilitate stand-alone professional learning days and individual workshops for leaders, staff, and students.
Event Planning
Beyond the classroom and coaching space, I also support schools and organisations through MC’ing and event planning. Whether it’s a staff conference, leadership retreat, or community event, I bring energy, professionalism, and a warm presence that ensures your event runs smoothly and leaves a lasting impression.
Positive Leadership and Wellbeing Coaching
I provide 1:1 and group coaching for leaders at every stage of their career. My coaching is grounded in Psychological Capital (hope, efficacy, resilience, optimism) and emotional intelligence, helping you lead with clarity, confidence, and compassion. Sessions are reflective, practical, and focused on building sustainable, values-led leadership.
Designing High-Quality Professional Learning
Great professional learning should feel purposeful and energising, not like “just another meeting.” I co-design programs that blend contemporary adult learning theory with interactive, engaging approaches, leaving staff inspired, connected, and ready to put new ideas into practice.
Podcasting
I help schools and organisations bring their stories and expertise to life through podcasting. From shaping the concept and planning episodes to coaching hosts and refining the final product, I make the process simple and engaging. Whether you want to share research, highlight student voice, or connect with your community, I’ll guide you in creating a podcast that is professional, authentic, and uniquely yours.
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“From the initial communication through until the final delivery, there was a level of professionalism that made me feel both comfortable and positive that I was going to be developing in the way I had sought to. Kerrin's deep knowledge of the subject area is refreshing from a consumer's end and something that isn't always evident from a provider. I feel I gained both professional and personal growth from Kerrin's session.”
— REBECCA, HEAD OF EXPERIENCE