College Leadership Team

Mo Bunter – Principal

Prior to entering the Post 16 Education sector I was national Marketing Manager for a blue-chip organisation. It was the job satisfaction from training the graduates in the department, that created my love for a career in education. I completed my teacher training qualification, and entered the profession. My career in education started in the North East and included roles that covered Teacher of Business, Head of Department, Personal Tutor, Senior Tutor, Director of Faculty and Assistant Principal. In 2017 I secured the role of Vice Principal for Quality of Education at Greenhead College, progressing to Deputy Principal a few years later. Being the first female Principal at the College, is something that I will be eternally grateful for. It is the most wonderful place to work, with exceptional staff and hard working students. I hope to see our parents/carers at the different events that we host at the College. If you attend, please come and say hello.

Leah Linden – PA to the Principal and Vice Principals

I commenced my employment at Greenhead College in March 2021, initially working as part of the Student Services Team. In September 2021, I started my role as PA to the Principal and in September 2024, I took on the additional responsibility as being PA to the Principal and Vice Principals.

In my role I am responsible for the personal support of the Principal and Vice Principals. You can treat me as your first line of contact for the College and can reach me on – llinden@greenhead.ac.uk where I will endeavour to support your query.

James Reevell – Vice Principal (Quality of Education)

My role as Vice Principal for Quality of Education means that I am responsible for the College curriculum and staff professional development. I also lead on the production of the College’s annual Self Assessment Report and Quality Improvement Plan. My role involves working closely with the Assistant Principals (Quality of Education) to support Heads of Department in leading their subjects; I am also responsible for overseeing exams and marketing.

I have worked in sixth form colleges for over 15 years, and at Greenhead College since September 2017. My previous role was as Head of Music Technology, and in the past I have been Head of Faculty for Visual and Creative Arts.

Alongside my College role, I have worked in senior examiner roles and as a trainer. I have also written textbooks, study and revision guides for GCSE Music, A Level Music and A Level Music Technology. I am appointed to OFQUAL’s list of experts for music and music technology.

Dr Usman Anwar – Vice Principal (Student Support and Welfare)

As Vice Principal for Student Support and Welfare (SS&W), I am the Designated Safeguarding Lead. Some of my responsibilities include the development, review and implementation of the College’s Safeguarding, Prevent and online safety policies.

I also have responsibility for the College’s tutorial programme and work with the Assistant Principals (SS&W), Senior Tutors, Careers Leader and Personal Tutors to develop and deliver a high-quality tutorial programme for all students.

Ensuring our learners have the best Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance is of paramount importance; to this end I work closely with the Careers and Step Into Your Future/ Volunteering teams in college. I also have responsibility for College Admissions.

Claire Parr – Assistant Principal (Student Support and Welfare – SEND & Inclusion)

As Assistant Principal of Student Support and Welfare (SEND & Inclusion) My responsibilities include leading on the pastoral programme and supporting our Personal Tutors, overseeing our SEND and well-being provision and the College Academic Skills Service.

I have a first-class BA honours degree in Education and hold two post graduate certificates in education (PGCE) one in SPLD (Dyslexia).

Starting my journey at the College in 2006 with the Additional Learning Support Department, I believe that education should be a space where diversity is celebrated, and every student is empowered to succeed. A space that not only supports individual need but also enhances the educational experience for the entire Greenhead community.

I feel privileged to work with our students who bring a unique perspective and energy that enriches College life and my role.

Magdaline Glynn – Assistant Principal (Student Support and Welfare – DDSL)

As Assistant Principal Student Support & Welfare and Deputy Safeguarding Lead, I work as part of the safeguarding team to develop, review and implement effective safeguarding across College. Some of my other responsibilities include working with Personal Tutors and Senior Tutors in the development and review of a high-quality tutorial programme.

Mark Mitchell – Assistant Principal (Quality of Education)

I have been Assistant Principal at Greenhead College for 7 years. I am responsible for Quality of Education and manage the Science, Maths and Humanities subject areas. Previous to this I was Head of Business and Economics for several years.

In my spare time I play guitar as a singer songwriter and also with my band Johnny Rocket. I also like country walks and fishing along with keeping fit at circuit class. I dream of catching large pike in Scotland and travelling across the globe with or without a fishing rod.

Tom Rowley – Assistant Principal (Quality of Education)

As Assistant Principal for Quality of Education, my role includes line managing curriculum areas, monitoring teaching, learning and assessment in the college, overseeing student progress and staff professional development. I have worked in education for over 25 years, teaching History firstly, to university undergraduates, then 11–18-year-olds in secondary education in Hertfordshire, before specialising at sixth form level here at Greenhead College, Huddersfield. Deeply interested in developing pedagogy, I have played an active role in attending and presenting at teaching conferences, Teach Meets and running Greenhead’s own CPD programme. I enjoy my role, and it gives me real pleasure to see our learners grow and flourish during their time with us and beyond. We truly have amazing students.

Jessica Norcliffe – Director of Human Resources

I commenced my employment at Greenhead College in September 2016, initially as Human Resources Manager. In 2021, I joined the College Leadership Team as Director of Human Resources and in 2023, took on the additional responsibility of Support Staff Lead.

Prior to my role at the College, I worked in a number of generalist HR roles, both in the public and private sector.

I hold the CIPD Human Resources Management Level 7 qualification and an MSc in Organisational Psychology.

I am passionate about all things people. The College employs approximately 285 staff, and my role is to ensure that we recruit and retain the very best leaders, teachers and support staff to maintain our position as one of the top performing sixth form colleges in the country.

Lauren Metcalfe – Director of Finance and Funding

After attending Greenhead College myself I went on to study LLB Law and Accountancy at Leeds University. From there, I became an ICAEW qualified accountant, starting my career in practice as an auditor and progressing into industry. In 2015, I moved into the education sector, starting out in mainstream school settings. I joined Greenhead College and the Leadership Team in February 2024 as Director of Finance and Funding. After my move into education nearly 10 years ago, I cannot envisage being a part of something that isn’t for the benefit of students. I am privileged to be able to use my skill set to help keep Greenhead producing outstanding outcomes.

Paddy Diamond – Director of MIS and IT

I am responsible for the Management Information Systems (MIS) and Information Technology (IT) at Greenhead College, and lead the MIS, Systems Support, IT and Student Services Teams.

I have worked at the College for eight years, and in the education sector for twenty years, as a teacher and a manager of support services. Before that I had a career in logistics, working for a multinational manufacturing company.

I hold a Bachelor of Science with Honours degree in Information Technology and Computing, a Post Graduate Certificate in Teaching and have Qualified Teacher Status.

In my spare time, I am a Technical Official for England Netball; scoring, timing, and recording statistics at netball games up and down the country.

Sarah Walters – Director of Estates and Operations

I believe that effective estate and operational management can improve educational outcomes for students through strategic operational and financial planning, considered procurement decisions, effective systems and processes, robust operational compliance frameworks and strong premises management plans. I know that by dealing with the business leadership, managerial and administrative complexities that confront the College I support Governors, Senior Leaders and the broader College teams, making a real contribution to improving the overall effectiveness of the College.

I have several years multi sector operational and business leadership experience which enables me to bring strong business principles and practices to the education environment whilst having the ability to apply the necessary adjustments to make processes and practices appropriate and relevant to both the education context and the improvement and development aspirations of Greenhead College.

Having previously worked in a similar role within a multi academy trust I joined Greenhead College as Director of Estates & Operations in February 2024. I am enjoying working with strong teams who contribute to the College purpose to ‘Be Exceptional’.