New principal for 9,000-student college
Jason Lancaster will become principal of Northampton College at the start of the new school year
A further education college with more than 9,000 students is getting a new principal from September.
Jason Lancaster will succeed Pat Brennan-Barrett at Northampton College.
Ms Brennan-Barrett was awarded an OBE in the King's New Year's honours for services to education, having spent 36 years in the sector.
Mr Lancaster, a former vice principal at the college, said he was "delighted to be coming back".
Under Ms Brennan-Barrett, the college opened a new campus in Daventry, a construction centre, and a digital academy, which includes a fully equipped esports arena.
The college offers a range of qualifications and courses, including in construction, engineering and public services.
Northampton College said Pat Brennan-Barrett had overseen a "remarkable rise" in the college's standing
Mr Lancaster has held a range of senior leadership posts in education.
He said the college was a "crucial part of our local community that makes a real difference".
Ms Brennan-Barrett said: "Working at Northampton College has been a great privilege."
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