Governance

Pascal van Loon - Chair		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 visit many local schools to provide science demonstrations and attend career fairs. I also mentor graduate engineers in our company until they obtain their chartered engineer qualification.   After spending six years as governor at a local primary school, I joined the Glyn SSB in 2021 and became chair in September 2024.  I still have one son at Glyn, so I will be connected to the school for quite a few years to come.
James Royle - Vice Chair		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.
Helen Temlett		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.
Chris New		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.
Kay Patel		My Investment Banking career spans Finance, Operations, and Technology, where I have successfully led multi-million-dollar programmes and delivered technology solutions that drive efficiency, effectiveness and measurable value for diverse stakeholders. I actively mentor young professionals and am active member of various networks within my workplace. I was honoured with the TechWomen100 Award and am multilingual, fluent in Greek and Tamil, with conversational proficiency in French and Hindi. My upbringing has been a true “East meets West” experience, giving me a broad, inclusive perspective. Beyond my professional life, I have a strong interest in the arts, particularly painting, drawing and sewing. Personally, I am a mother of two very active boys – one in high school and one in junior school. I am honoured to contribute my professional expertise, leadership skills, and diverse life experience to the Glyn SSB, which is my local high school. As a parent, leader and mentor, I am deeply committed to ensuring that every child has the opportunity to thrive academically, socially, and personally.
Jasbir Basi		I have worked in Westminster and the private sector in roles spanning policy, public affairs & communications for 13 years. This includes advising senior Government Ministers, politicians and leading the UK Government’s strategic communication efforts for the UN Climate Change Conference COP26 in 2021. I am passionate about education and the role it can play in social mobility.  Outside of work, I live in Epsom and have two young children and when not spending time with the family can be found playing cricket. I look forward to supporting Glyn School, its pupils, staff and the wider community.

 

Recruitment

Vacancy - Parent Representative from 14 March 2026

We have a vacancy for a Parent Representative for a four-year term from 14 March 2026. 

The role of the School Standards Board 

SSB core functions: 

• Strategic oversight of the education provision of the school

• Strategic oversight of compliance of the school with GLF Trust policies 

• Stakeholder engagement (Parents/Carers, staff and students)

• Supporting the Trust Board to ensure good governance across the Trust 

More information can be found in our SSB Member Role Description HERE.   

Who can apply? 

To volunteer for this role, you need to be a Parent, Carer or someone who has parental responsibility for a child at Glyn School. You do not need any specific qualifications. Information on the circumstances under which someone cannot serve on the SSB can be found HERE. 

To fulfil the role, you will need to be able to: 

• Attend regular meetings (6 each year, normally held at school on Friday mornings from 7.30 am)
• Read papers in advance and prepare questions 
• Visit the school occasionally
• Take part in induction and safeguarding training and ongoing development (which will be provided for you) 

Every SSB needs a balance and diversity of knowledge, skills and experience

It is important that anyone wishing to join the SSB can devote the time and effort necessary to be effective and fully understand the responsibilities and duties they are taking on. Therefore, anyone who is interested in standing for election will be asked to attend an online briefing meeting, on the evening of Tuesday 10 February 2026, for a discussion about the role. To register your interest, please email Pascal van Loon (Chair of Glyn SSB) at chair@glynschool.org.

How to apply 

If you would like to apply, please complete the Nomination Form and return it to the School Office or email to glynheadteacherpa@glynschool.org by 3.30pm on Friday 13 February 2026.

If there are more nominations than vacancies, we will conduct a confidential ballot after Half Term. If that is necessary, voting papers and instructions will be sent to all Parents and Carers. 

The role of an SSB member is an important responsibility and commitment but it is also very rewarding. 

Hard copies of the above linked documents, can be collected from the School Reception. 

General Interest

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.