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Originally trained as a PE and Science Teacher, Gavin has developed specialisms in several areas. He is Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) for the college group and has been a DSL since 2010. He also previously managed SEND provision across HCUC (Harrow and Uxbridge Colleges). Gavin was an A level Biology and A level PE Teacher for over a decade, he has also taught on undergraduate courses in Leisure Studies. Gavin has a Bachelor of Education with honours, and has a Masters in Education Management. He has led on Student Services, International Students and Equality and Diversity across the College group and was Ofsted Deputy Nominee during the HCUC inspection of 2022, which achieved 5 Outstanding grades and 3 Good grades. Gavin is a member of the Association of London Colleges (AoC) London Principals', CEO's, Chairs' and Vice Chairs' Forum and the AoC London Curriculum and Quality Directors' Network Group. Gavin is passionate about safeguarding and Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) and has led on many projects to enhance these areas including the creation of a Level 5 Qualification for teachers of SEND students. |
Previous Principals/CEOsElaine McMahon
Elaine joins the College with a wealth of experience and a successful track record as a principal and CEO of several further education colleges. |
Gavin was Assistant Principal at Uxbridge College from 2010 to 2023. Prior to this, he was a Head of School 2005 – 2008 at Uxbridge College and was Head of Year 12 at Woking Sixth Form College 2001 – 2005. Gavin started his career in education as a teacher in a secondary school and was also a lecturer in West Herts College.
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