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Senior Leadership Team

Meet the Leadership Team at East Lancashire Learning Group

Welcome to East Lancashire Learning Group, where visionary leadership meets educational excellence. Our leadership team is the driving force behind our commitment to transforming lives through exceptional education. Each member brings a wealth of expertise, a passion for innovation, and a shared vision of empowering every student to achieve their full potential. Together, they inspire students, collaborate with staff, and lead the way in shaping the future of learning.

Our Mission

At East Lancashire Learning Group, we are more than educators—we are enablers of ambition. Our mission is to empower every student to achieve their best by creating a dynamic, forward-thinking learning environment. Through innovation, leadership, and meaningful engagement with the community, we aim to inspire futures, foster growth, and forge pathways to success for every learner.

Leadership That Empowers Students

What sets our leadership team apart is their unwavering commitment to the students. Passionate about turning dreams into realities, they listen, guide, and create opportunities for each learner to succeed. 

They collaborate with employers and staff to align the education we provide with the skills and knowledge industries need, ensuring every learner is future ready.

Innovative Approach

Our leadership team continuously seeks out ways to enhance the learning experience. Whether through cutting-edge industry innovation hubs, an enriched super-curricular programme, or our Pre-Professional Programmes, our leaders are committed to staying ahead of the curve and offering students the best.

Your Journey to Extraordinary Begins Here

We invite you to become part of the [College-name] family, where dynamic leadership meets unparalleled education. Whether you’re pursuing A Levels, T Levels, technical education, or apprenticeships, our leadership team is here to help you achieve your goals.

Leadership Team

Lisa O'Loughlin

Lisa O’Loughlin

Principal and Chief Executive

David Rothwell

Deputy Principal of Finance and Resources

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Tracey Baron

Group Executive Director – Quality

Andrew Dewhurst

Vice Principal – Sales and Recruitment (Chief Information Officer)

Fionnuala Swann

Vice Principal for Academic Curriculum (Campus Principal – Nelson)
Morag Davis

Morag Davis

Group Executive Director of Strategy and Transformation

Claire Jarvis

Assistant Principal of Finance and HR

Andrew Parkin

Vice Principal for Academic Curriculum (Campus Principal – Nelson)
Sam Mercer

Sam Mercer

Assistant Principal for Performance and Planning

Louise Marsden

Louise Marsden

Vice Principal for Marketing and Brand Strategy

Leyanne Fitzmaurice

Assistant Principal for Learner Experience and Support

Joy Sharpe

Vice Principal for Quality

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