West Lothian College has officially appointed Hazel Brady as its new Principal. Brady, who previously served as Vice Principal of Learning and Attainment, took on the role of Interim Principal in December 2025 and has now been confirmed as the permanent head of the institution.
Career Journey at the College
Brady's association with West Lothian College began in 2006 when she joined as a business lecturer. Over the years, she has held multiple positions, including Faculty Director for Business, Creative and Enterprise. In June 2024, she was promoted to Vice Principal of Learning and Attainment. Before her tenure at the college, Brady worked at Scottish Television and BBC Scotland, bringing a wealth of media and educational experience to her new role.
Vision for the Future
Expressing her enthusiasm, Brady stated: “I am absolutely delighted to be appointed Principal of West Lothian College. It gives me great pride to lead such a dynamic, inclusive, and ambitious organisation into its next chapter. Having spent much of my career here, I am proud of the strong culture we have built, one that places students at the centre, values every voice, and is grounded in respect, collaboration, and continuous improvement. I believe education is a powerful force for change, and it is a privilege to lead the college as we continue this important work together. I am committed to ensuring every student is supported to succeed, while strengthening the high-quality learning, teaching, and support that define our college. I look forward to working alongside our dedicated staff, students, and stakeholders as we continue to innovate and deliver education that makes a real difference to West Lothian and beyond.”
Board Confidence
Sue Cook, Chair of West Lothian College, commented on the appointment: “Following a robust and highly competitive recruitment process, we are very pleased to appoint Hazel Brady as Principal and CEO. Hazel has a deep understanding of our values along with a clear vision for the future of our College. The Board is confident that Hazel will build on the College’s many achievements and continue to lead West Lothian College with ambition, integrity and a focus on delivering the very best outcomes.”
The appointment marks a new chapter for the college, which serves the West Lothian region and aims to provide high-quality education and training.
