Patrons
At Kirklees College, our mission is clear: Creating Opportunities, Changing Lives. We are committed to providing high-quality education that
empowers students, strengthens communities, and supports local industries. Our core values Kindness, Unity, and Excellence guide everything we
do, ensuring that every learner has the opportunity to succeed in a supportive and inclusive environment.
Kirklees College Patrons play a key role in furthering this mission, acting as ambassadors who inspire students, strengthen industry connections,
and advocate for the importance of Further Education in West Yorkshire.
Meet our Patrons
Gerard Hetherington
Independent Governor
Professional background
Career civil servant for 33 years, with 22 of these in the Department of Health, including 10 years at Director level working on Health Protection and Clinical Programmes (cancer and heart disease etc.) Now retired.
Special interests
Curriculum, performance management and governance. Links with employers, particularly in the NHS.
Corporation roles
Appointed 15.5.15. Chair of Corporation. Chair of People, Culture and Governance Committee. Member of Finance; QPS; People, Culture & Governance and Safeguarding Committees. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Strategic Group. Estates Strategy Advisory Group.
