Alex Townsend

Alex Townsend currently serves as the Assistant Principal for Performance, Improvement, and Innovation at Nacro since January 2024. Previously, Alex held the position of Director of Quality and Learning Innovation at Hertford Regional College, overseeing a team focused on strategic development in pedagogy, learning quality, and compliance. Prior experience includes roles as Deputy Head and Course Lead at The Bedford Sixth Form, and Lecturer/Course Team Leader at North Hertfordshire College, demonstrating a strong background in teaching and learning across various levels. Alex's career in education is complemented by earlier managerial roles in retail and event management, supported by a Master's degree in Education Leadership from the University of Buckingham.