IN SHORT
The primary objective of the role is to build upon the college's climate action plan and ensure the implementation of its aims and ambitions. This will be done by planning, managing, and coordinating sustainability projects and initiatives across the college. The job holder will work closely across all the group services and curriculum areas and, where applicable, appropriate third parties, to support the implementation of MK College Group's Climate Action Plan (CAP).
The job holder will engage with students, staff, and key external stakeholders to embed a sustainability culture so that the College is recognised as a leader in the FE sector for environmental sustainability.
This role is currently based within the Finance team but will be required to work across other MK College group services areas, including but not limited to Student Development & Support, Estates & Facilities, MIS & Data, Finance, Marketing & Communications as well as working with the Heads of Schools and closely with students.
This role supports the college's ambitious sustainability targets, whilst also contributing to the 2026 Fairer Futures strategy. The college is committed to achieving Leading status of the Climate Action Roadmap for Further Education by July 2027. The job holder will provide dynamic, visible and effective leadership and direction across the college in respect of sustainability, ensuring that a solutions-focused and supportive culture of continuing professional development inspires, enables, empowers and motivates staff to achieve high standards of performance.
OUR BENEFITS
* 30 days annual leave plus 3 additional days leave for Christmas to New Year closure and UK Bank Holidays (entitlement will be pro-rated for part-time employees)
* Generous Pension Scheme
* Professional development opportunities, including professional qualifications
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) accessible 24 hours per day, 365 days per year
* A variety of amazing discounts with NUS Card
* Employee wellbeing platform with options to book free activities