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Isle Of Wight College Welcomes New Principal

New Principal Ros Parker and Nick England

With the start of the academic year on the horizon, the Isle of Wight College has announced Ros Parker OBE as its new Principal.

Debbie Lavin CBE has stepped down from her role as Principal at the Isle of Wight College after 18 years at the helm. 

Ros said:

"This is a very exciting time for the college, with the introduction of T Levels and new courses such as e-Sports this September.

"I am looking forward to meeting new and returning students over the coming weeks, as well as local employers and wider stakeholders”.

Ros has a wealth of experience in the further and adult education sector, most recently as Principal of Southend Adult Community College.

Last year she was awarded an OBE in the Queen’s New Year’s Honours List for her substantial contribution to services in adult education and the community.

Prior to that she was Principal of Prospects College of Advanced Technology (PROCAT) in Basildon.

Dr Nick England DL, Chair of Governors, said:

“The college is benefiting from a multi-million pound government investment in training equipment and modernising our campus buildings.

"Ros will play a key role in taking forward our plans to ensure we continue to meet the skills needs of Island employers and that we provide all students with high quality training and education.”

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