Responsibilities
* You will drive the design and development of our environmental studies curriculum programmes, introducing new courses (e.g. Level 3 and 4 qualifications in Environmental Studies and Sustainability) and enhancing existing provision to deliver outstanding outcomes for students and meet the evolving skills needs of employers, and future green careers.
* You will take a lead role working with curriculum teams across the College to ensure that sustainability principles are embedded across all courses, ensuring every Plumpton College student develops green skills relevant to their future path.
* Build partnerships with employers, universities, conservation bodies and sustainability organisations.
* You will manage, support and develop a high-performing team of specialist lecturers in environmental and sustainability education to ensure high standards in teaching, learning and student progress.
* Lead outreach activity such as Eco‑Schools initiatives, sustainability summer schools and green careers events.
* Support student recruitment, enrolment, attendance, achievement and progression.
Qualifications
We are looking for an inspiring and forward‑thinking leader passionate about shaping the future of environmental and sustainability education. You will hold a degree (or higher) in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Conservation or a related subject such as Geography or Science and have proven experience driving curriculum development in an educational setting. With strong industry connections across conservation and sustainability sectors, you will bring real‑world relevance to our programmes. You are confident with GIS, carbon footprinting, and digital tools in environmental science, and keep ahead of emerging green skills, policies, and sustainability trends. Experienced in leading multi‑disciplinary teams within education, you thrive on collaboration, innovation, and delivering meaningful impact for students and the wider community.
Benefits
Competitive salary and a generous benefits package, including 37 days' annual leave plus bank holidays and efficiency days. The role is eligible for the Teachers' Pension Scheme, including employer contributions and life assurance. Staff also benefit from high quality CPD and professional development opportunities. As a Disability Confident Committed employer and signatory of the Menopause Pledge, we support an inclusive working environment. New colleagues benefit from a structured induction, a supported six month probationary period, and a strong coaching culture led by in‑house Level 5 trained coaches. Employees also enjoy lifestyle and wellbeing benefits, including eligibility for a TOTUM and Blue Light Card, free eye tests, free use of our onsite gym, cycle to work scheme, discounted Plumpton produce and courses, free onsite parking, and access to our Employee Assistance Programme.
EEO Statement
Plumpton College is committed to the promotion of equal opportunities and is dedicated to pursuing non‑discriminatory policies and practices and eliminating unfair discrimination on any basis.
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