Environmental and Sustainability Manager

Overview

We are looking for a confident and experienced sustainability professional to join our central team as Environmental and Sustainability Manager. You will play a key part in delivering our ambitious sustainability goals through operational excellence, collaboration, and innovation. If you are passionate about implementing environmental management systems and achieving real-world progress toward sustainable development in the education sector, we would be delighted to hear from you.Responsibilities

Leading development, delivery and monitoring the Federation Sustainability StrategyProvide high quality reporting to Federation senior leaders on environmental and sustainability performanceChampion sustainability and environmental consideration as a key element of all property decision making including the development of our estate strategyIn academies embed behaviour change, improving biodiversity of the estate, delivering on Net Zero (driving the reduction in creating carbon and heat emissions)Reducing waste (whether it be utilities, paper, or landfill)For a full job description, please download the Job Pack.Qualifications

To succeed in this role, you will need a deep understanding of environmental compliance, ISO14001, sustainability reporting, stakeholder engagement and operational change leadership.You should have:Qualifications to degree level, or equivalent experienceChartered Environmentalist (CEnv), ISEP or NEBOSH Environmental CertificateExperience in environmental management, sustainability, estates or a related fieldStrong knowledge of sustainability legislation, policy, and best practice in the education sectorDemonstrated experience of managing projects and delivering measurable sustainability outcomesStrong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levelsAnalytical skills and the ability to use data for reporting and decision-makingThe ability to work across multiple sites and manage competing prioritiesKnowledge of DfE environmental strategy and school climate commitmentsDemonstrable experience delivering environmental or sustainability projects or strategy, preferably in education, public sector or multi-site organisationsWorking with us

The founder and sponsor of the Harris Federation, Lord Harris of Peckham, opened our first school in 1990. We have, over the past thirty years, implemented ideas and initiatives that have transformed the opportunities of pupils from working class and disadvantaged backgrounds. Harris academies are widely recognised as a force for social mobility. We are immensely proud of the role that our alumni are now beginning to play in the world and of what we believe our current generation of pupils will go on to achieve.We now have over 50 schools educating more than 40,000 young people across London and Essex, and employ over 5,000 staff across our academies and head office. With the majority of our academies located in areas of high socioeconomic disadvantage, a high-quality education is key to the futures of the pupils we serve.As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and all our staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.Our work will impact many generations to come, and our staff come from all backgrounds and walks of life, coming together to inspire young minds. We promote an inclusive culture that embraces the valuable and enriching contribution that all of our community make. We continue to be proactive in uplifting and supporting all voices at Harris.Important information

Safeguarding NoticeThe Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.Equal OpportunitiesThe Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment.What we can offer you

Harris has a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level.You will also have access to a variety of benefits, support programmes and initiatives including:Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development and career progressionAnnual performance and loyalty bonusPension scheme (Teachers\'' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme) with generous employer contribution26 days'' annual leave ( inclusive of our Christmas Eve closure day ) plus bank holidays, rising to 27 days after 2 years'' service, or equivalent for staff on term time contractsHarris Wellbeing Cash Plan including cover for routine and specialist healthcareEmployee Assistance Programme for free and confidential adviceCycle to work salary sacrifice schemeWide range of shopping, leisure, and travel discounts20% off at Tapi Carpets, exclusive to Harris employeesInterest-free ICT and season ticket loansFor most non-teaching staff based at our Head Office in East Croydon, we also offer lifestyle friendly working arrangements including flexible start and end times, and hybrid working with two days from home and three days on ..... full job details .....