The Board of Trustees consists of community members, parents, and college staff, all working closely with Principal Geoff Osborne and his Senior Leadership Team. Together, they ensure students receive a high-quality education in a safe and welcoming environment.
No matter which course or programme your child pursues at college, we are committed to providing them with valuable experience and successful outcomes.
The Board of Trustees encourages you to play an active role in your child’s education by supporting good attendance, fostering a strong commitment to their studies, and participating in parents' evenings and college events.
We are confident that your experience with the college will be a positive one.
If you would like to contact the Board of Trustees or need further information, please reach out to Claire Holme at Claire.Holme@shc.ac.uk.
Trustee Documents
Governing Body Structure & Committee Set-up 2024-25
Members
Mother A van den Hof (appointed 11 September 2019)
Karen Hunter (re-appointed 8 July 2020)
Denise Hyland (appointed on 24 May 2022)
Spencer Drury (appointed on 5 July 2024)
Trustees
Jacqueline Gray (re-appointed by Members 22 May 2023) - Chair from 8 July 2020)
Valliyappan Balaguru (re-appointed by Members 22 May 2023)
Dominic Scarlett (re-appointed by Members 22 May 2023)
Clive Mardner (re-appointed by Members 22 May 2023)
Pamela Morgan (Parent Trustee appointed 6 December 2022)
Ivis Williams (appointed, co-opted 17 January 2024)
Anthony Chan (Parent Trustee appointed 9 January 2024)
Elspeth Mary Geden (appointed, 27 January 2025)
Quality & Standards Committee:
Dominic Scarlett (Chair), Elspeth Geden, Jackie Gray
Finance & HR Committee:
Valliyappan Balaguru (Chair), (John) Dominic Scarlett, Pamela Morgan, Anthony Chan
Audit & Risk Committee:
Clive Mardner (Chair), Jackie Gray, Ivis Williams
Performance & Pay Sub-Committee:
Dominic Scarlett (Chair), Jackie Gray, Clive Mardner
Nominations Committee
Jackie Gray (Chair), Clive Mardner, Pamela Morgan
Link Trustees
Link Trustees
Employability –
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion – Clive Mardner
GDPR –
High Needs – Pamela Morgan
Estates and Health and Safety -
Safeguarding – Dominic Scarlett
STEM –
Digital Services –
Trustee Term Length
Trustees serve a four-year term, although they may choose to resign before completing their term. Trustees also have the option to run for re-election for an additional term.
Trustee Selection
Trustees are selected following the DFE Academy Governance guidelines. This process includes appointments, peer recommendations, applications, or elections by vote. For more details, refer to the Governance Arrangements document attached above.
Trustee Secure Area
Trustees have access to a secure area on Governor Hub.
The Governance Handbook is available for download below or through the provided link.