Derek Farrell

Derek Farrell is the Head of Delivery Devolved Nations at Babington, overseeing Modern Apprenticeship programmes and managing contracts with Skills Development Scotland across Scotland and Northern Ireland. Previously, they worked as a Regional Operations Manager at both PeoplePlus UK and learndirect Limited, where they managed teams of SVQ assessors and delivered apprenticeship contracts. Their earlier experience includes serving as a Trainer Assessor at JHP Training and operating as a Company Director at VNU. Derek's background also features a role as a Fashion Buyer at Original Shoe Co, contributing to their extensive knowledge of retail and operations management.