MEET OUR NEW TRUSTEES

AEGIS is lucky to have such dedicated and experienced Trustees and we have recently welcomed several new Trustees from educational guardianship and school backgrounds. We asked what drew them to AEGIS and what they enjoy most about working with international students.

STEPH GILBERT DIRECTOR OF COMPLIANCE & SAFEGUARDING OXBRIDGE GUARDIANS

What drew me to AEGIS was the work I’d seen AEGIS do since I’ve been in the guardianship industry; ranging from the development of the accreditation process, to the campaigning with DfE and communication with PHE (and other bodies) during the pandemic. It’s clear to me that ours is an industry which requires regulation to ensure best practice and the safety of our students; which is why I wanted to work with AEGIS, not just as a Gold Standard guardianship organisation, but as part of the Trustee team to help further the promotion of excellent standards, and to support the essential work which has been and is already being done.

I have worked with international students since I was a student myself, and I have always enjoyed the unique world of international education and everything which comes with it. I love that by working with international students we’re challenging our ways of thinking to a more global level.

JEMMA HOLROYD

Head Of Student Wellbeing

QUEEN ETHELBURGA’S COLLEGIATE

I was drawn to apply to be a Trustee for AEGIS as I believe that for a young person to be successful in their educational career they must first and foremost feel safe and cared for. AEGIS helps to ensure that safeguarding and wellbeing are at the forefront of guardianship provision. I am passionate about promoting and educating young people with regards to positive wellbeing and look forward to working as a Trustee.

I really enjoy working with international students as it allows me to personally learn more about other cultures and beliefs. As a school with a large cohort of international students, part of my role is facilitating opportunities for the students to share the aspects of their culture that matter the most to them.