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About the role:
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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 The Company
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.
Safeguarding Statement
London South East Colleges is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.