Group Sustainability Manager

LSEC; Bromley; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

London South East Colleges (LSEC) seeks a Group Sustainability Manager to spearhead sustainability efforts across the organization. This pivotal role will work closely with various stakeholders to ensure compliance with environmental policies, enhance the organization's eco-friendly practices, and foster a culture of sustainability. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in sustainability, with the ability to influence and drive change effectively. Enjoy a competitive salary package and the opportunity to make a significant impact in further and higher education.

Benefits

Annual leave of 27 days plus extra days during Christmas

Excellent pension schemes with employer contributions

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Free onsite parking

Cycle to work scheme

Access to Discounts for Teachers portal

Free Wifi access in multiple locations

Discounts in in-house restaurants and treatments

Qualifications

• Experience with sustainability programs and net zero strategies.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and foster collaborations.
• Strong understanding of environmental compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate sustainability initiatives across the organization.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and standards.
• Drive strategic alignment with sustainability commitments.

Skills

Sustainability

Environmental Policy

Compliance

Collaboration

Innovation

Education

Relevant Degree (e.g., Environmental Science)

Job description

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About the role:

Please note we don't have a fixed closing date but instead will close the role when we have sufficient applicants to interview so apply soon to not miss out!

London and South East Colleges LSEC is looking for a Group Sustainability Manager to lead, coordinate and deliver the London & South East Education Group's sustainability and Carbon Net Zero agenda across both London South East Colleges (LSEC) and London South East Academies Trust (LSEAT).

This pivotal role will drive strategic alignment with national and local sustainability commitments, support the Group's net zero ambitions, and enhance environmental, social, and economic outcomes across our estate, operations, and curriculum.

The role holder will act as a subject matter expert, embedding sustainability principles into the organisation's culture, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, and maximising opportunities for innovation, funding, and partnerships. There are currently no direct line management responsibilities, but the role requires significant cross-functional collaboration and influence.

Additional Information

• This is a Group role, with responsibilities spanning LSEC, LSEAT, and all associated sites.
• Flexibility to travel across locations is essential.
• The role may evolve to include line management responsibilities as the sustainability function develops.

About Us

The College

London South East Colleges (LSEC) is a leading further and higher education provider, with seven campuses across Bexley, Bromley, Greenwich, and Lambeth and c1000 staff. The College delivers a wide range of vocational courses, apprenticeships and degree programmes to over 13,000 students, designed to meet employer and industry needs.

Committed to transforming lives through the power of learning, the College plays a vital role in promoting social mobility, creating opportunities for learners of all backgrounds to achieve their potential. With state-of-the-art facilities and strong partnerships with employers and universities, the college equips students with the skills, confidence and opportunities needed for success in their careers and their lives.

As part of London & South East Education Group, the College is also the sponsor of London South East Academies Trust. This growing and successful Multi-Academy Trust currently has a network of 13 mainstream, special and alternative provision schools across Bromley, Bexley, Surrey and Lambeth.

The Group has also recently launched a charity - the LASER Education Foundation. This organisation supports disadvantaged children and their families across the region, through a wide range of educational programmes and initiatives.

With a combined turnover of c£100m, the Group has ambitious growth plans. There has never been a better time to join this exciting organisation - and really make a different to people's lives.

Benefits Our benefits package includes annual leave of 27 days (excluding bank holidays) plus a further three days over the Christmas break. We provide up to two more additional College closure days throughout the year, and also offer leave for volunteering.

Excellent pension schemes are offered, including employer contributions (Teachers' Pension Scheme, Local Government Pension Scheme or Nest). Other benefits include:

• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Free onsite parking
• Cycle to work/bike loan scheme
• Annual season ticket loan
• Access to the 'Discounts for Teachers' portal
• Free Wifi access in over 10,000 locations worldwide Eduroam
• Access to our onsite gym at Bromley, discounts in our in-house restaurants and on our hair and beauty treatments

Accreditations

As employers, we recognise and embrace our legal and quality-assurance framework responsibilities. We use these frameworks, as well as other accreditations and schemes, to further develop our development and progress of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.

We acknowledge that there is always more that we can learn and use these accreditations to provide us with an external lens and share/gain best-practice information.

Equal Opportunities

London South East Colleges is fully-committed to being an Equal Opportunities Employer, and creating a diverse and inclusive workspace, free from discrimination and harassment. We welcome and encourage applications from all, regardless of race, nationality, ethnic origin, religion/belief, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, parental status and/or marital/partnership status.

As a Disability Confident-Committed employer, we will offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum job role criteria.

If you have accessibility needs and/or require any adjustments for the application and interview process, please email us at [email protected]

In line with KCSIE (Keeping Children Safe in Education) guidance we conduct social media checks for all candidates who are shortlisted for roles in order to ascertain their suitability to work with children and young adults.

As the College supports a number of children and vulnerable adults, all staff are exempt from Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Accordingly, all staff will be subject to an 'Enhanced' DBS (formerly CRB) check, along with a Children's Barred List check if in regulated activity. Any offers of appointment may be withdrawn if these checks prove to be unsatisfactory to the College. Self-disclosure will be required as part of the recruitment process. If you fail to make a full disclosure or provide sight of your DBS certificate then your offer of employment is likely to be withdrawn. The College's DBS policy covers the recruitment of ex-offenders which is available upon request.