Executive Team

Susan Errington

As Acting Principal and Chief Executive, Susan provides strategic leadership for the College, with overall responsibility for its performance, success, and future development. With more than 30 years of experience in Further Education, Susan brings a wealth of expertise, strong leadership, and an in-depth understanding of learners, staff, and the communities served by the College.

As the College's Accounting Officer, Susan is responsible for ensuring educational excellence, financial sustainability, and the effective delivery of the College's strategic priorities in-line with the strategic plan. Working closely with the Board of Governors, she leads the organisation with a clear focus on quality, innovation, and continuous improvement, ensuring the College remains responsive to the needs of learners and industry.

Susan is passionate about creating opportunities that transform lives through education and skills. She is also committed to upholding the College's values, supporting staff to thrive, and strengthening the College's reputation as a trusted partner and leading provider of education and training.

Deborah Minns

As Vice Principal Finance & Resources and Chief Financial Officer, Deborah provides strategic leadership across finance, estates, facilities, IT and risk management, ensuring the College remains financially sustainable, operationally resilient and well positioned for future growth.

As a member of the Executive Team, she works closely with senior leaders and governors to shape strategy, oversee major investment decisions and ensure resources are aligned to the College's mission of transforming lives through education, ambition and impact.

A qualified accountant, Deborah is a member of the Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA), bringing extensive expertise in financial leadership, governance and organisational development, with a strong focus on enabling educational excellence and sustainable growth.

Alex Muir

Alex is responsible for leading and overseeing all classroom-based education provision for both young people and adults. The role ensures the highest standards of teaching and learning and drives curriculum development. As the College’s Executive Designated Safeguarding Lead, Alex provides strategic leadership in safeguarding, ensuring robust policies and practices are implemented to protect and support all learners.

Alex brings extensive experience in curriculum design, quality improvement, and educational leadership, with a proven track record of enhancing teaching and learning outcomes and aligning provision to meet emerging skills needs.

Nicola Raine

Nicola is responsible for leading the College’s business development and marketing functions, promoting employer engagement across the region, and driving growth in partnerships. She also oversees the College’s technical education offer, ensuring it meets industry standards and aligns with emerging skills needs.

Nicola has extensive experience in education and skills development, having held several leadership roles focused on employer engagement, curriculum innovation, and apprenticeship growth throughout her career.

Rachel Holmes

Rachel is responsible for HR Services, providing professional support and

guidance to managers and staff in all HR related activities ensuring the effective application of HR policies, procedures, employment legislation and best practice.

A Chartered Member of the Chartered Institute for Personnel and Development, Rachel brings with her wealth of experience in public sector (mainly NHS) Human Resources roles.

Robin Wilson

Robin is responsible for leading the Management Information, Web, Exams, Admissions and Information Services Teams. As Director of Information and Technology, Robin ensures funding and audit compliance, develops the Data and Information Strategy, ensures IT systems are secure and fit for purpose, and provides reporting and system solutions to internal and external stakeholders.

Robin has over 20 years of experience fulfilling various permanent and consultancy roles in the education sector where he has worked with over 30 colleges. He also has a background in teaching.