WIRRAL Met College has appointed a new vice principal of finance and resources.

Kevin Williams has come from Southport College and brings 'a wealth of experience' as a senior leader across education, health, social care, housing and regeneration sectors.

Since entering further education sector in 2014, he has provided permanent and interim consultancy support in many FE colleges including as finance director / vice principal at Knowsley Community College, Wigan & Leigh College, Craven College and West London College, as well as Interim Principal at Harrogate College.

On his new appointment, Kevin said: "I am really looking forward joining Wirral Met College and the opportunity to provide my input to enhance the student experience and their career prospects.

"I can see that Wirral Met's culture is to place its people are at the heart of what it does, and I look forward to being a part of that culture, supporting the college to go from strength to strength"

Gill Banks, Principal and chef executive of Wirral Met, said: "We are delighted to welcome Kevin to Wirral Met College. Kevin’s vast experience and credibility in the education sector will be a huge lever in supporting the college to achieve its strategic objectives.

"Kevin radiates Wirral Met's values and we are confident he will be a huge asset to the executive leadership of our college."