Governance
Glyn School is part of GLF Schools, a Multi Academy Trust (MAT) of 43 Primary and Secondary schools. The governance structure of the Trust had been developed to support both the culture of GLF Schools and the effective management of a large organisation. GLF Schools recognises the individuality of each school and that each school has its own distinct character and culture that is respectful of its community and context.
The Trust Board has overall responsibility for the school and has delegated the responsibility to implement and review the school's strategic plans to the School Standards Board (SSB) for Glyn School.
The SSB has the following core responsibilities:
- Strategic oversight of the education provision of the School
- Strategic oversight of compliance of the School with Trust Policies
- Supporting the Trust Board to ensure good governance across the Trust
SSB members
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Pascal van Loon - Chair
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I am a Chartered Chemical Engineer working in business development for an industrial gases company in Surrey. As STEM Ambassador (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths), I have visited many local schools to provide science demonstrations and attend career fairs. I mentor graduates in our company, as well as A Level students for the Social Mobility Foundation. Since 2015, I have been a Governor at a local Primary school, and I am using this experience as a Parent Governor at Glyn School. From September 2021, both my sons will be attending Glyn School, so I will be connected to the school for quite a few years to come. |
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Gary Bixley  |
Gary began his working career in the automotive industry as an apprentice, graduating from Guildford College in 1983. Throughout his career, Gary gained promotions and career advancement through a determined and focused path, developing leadership, management and business acumen experiences and skills, and extensive senior management and director experience through employed, self-employed and consultancy status roles, engaging with stakeholders at all levels to gain a deep understanding of change requirements. | |
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James Royle - Vice Chair
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I live in Epsom and have worked in finance for over 20 years, with experience in risk management, change management, corporate banking and leadership. Outside of work I am a qualified football coach and have coached local youth football for many years, I enjoy seeing young people learn new skills and fulfil their potential as individuals and part of a team. I am keen to support Glyn School and the development of the pupil, staff and wider community. |
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Ashvina Austin
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I have 18 years commercial experience across the retail sector as a Senior Buyer and also from the FMCG sector (fast moving consumer goods) in both Sales and a Shopper Marketing perspective. These roles have provided me with financial acumen, leadership experience, people management and strategic analysis experience. More personally, my husband is James, we live in Ewell and have 3 young children, at a local GLF primary school. I have always been a firm believer in the importance of a great education and I decided to become a SSB member as a way to give back to my local community, of which Glyn School plays a huge part. I look forward to contributing my time and knowledge to support staff, parents and students across the school. |
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Helen Temlett
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I am an experienced learning and development professional with 18 years’ experience of working in central government (including overseas). Working in a complex and ever-changing environment has deepened many of my skills, particularly those in leadership, people management, problem-solving, prioritisation, and creativity. As well as a huge passion for learning, I bring a real desire to support our community and the education of our next generation. I am therefore delighted to be joining the SSB for Glyn, which I know to be a truly excellent school with a genuine commitment to ensuring all pupils have access to an outstanding education. I have particular interests in SEN, but I am very much looking forward to learning all about Glyn and its students, staff and wider community. I am married to Paul, and we have a daughter currently in year 7 at Rosebery. We also have a mud-obsessed cockapoo called Violet. I am also one of social secretaries for the local Epsom Allsorts ladies run club. |
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Chris New
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As a former Glyn School student, the all-round education I received and the friendships I made have had a hugely positive influence on my life. I am a believer in lifelong learning and studied Economics at Leeds University, and an MBA at Cass Business School. I have over 25 years’ experience in both investment banking and more recently management consulting; advising on strategic change including business strategy, operating models, risk management and technology implementation. Outside of work I have two secondary school age children and when not spending time with my family or coaching junior rugby or cricket I can be found cooking and gardening. I look forward to supporting the Glyn LMT in continuing to provide an amazing co-curricular offering and helping every pupil achieve their academic potential. |
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Recruitment
We are always interested to hear from people who wish to join our community. If you would like to be considered for a role on the Glyn Schools’ SSB, please contact governance@glfschools.org with your CV and completed application form.
Links to additional information
Click here to view the Glyn School SSB’s Register of Interests and Attendance record.
Click here to view the governance arrangements for GLF Schools. This includes links to the Trust’s constitutional documents and details of the trustees and members of GLF Schools.
Contact details
To contact the Governance Professional for the SSB, please email clerk@glynschool.org. This includes requests for meeting minutes.
To contact the Chair of the SSB, please email chair@glynschool.org
A hard copy letter can also be submitted to the school office marked for the attention of the Governance Professional or the Chair as appropriate.
