Job Description

Are you an experienced leader with a passion for sustainability and a proven track record in estates and facilities management? Do you thrive in dynamic, multi-site environments where your strategic thinking and operational expertise can make a real difference? If so, we want to hear from you.


We are seeking a

Director of Estates and Sustainability

to join our senior leadership team. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, you will provide strategic leadership for the development, maintenance and operational efficiency of our estate.

This exciting role will include:

Driving the strategic direction of our estates and sustainability agenda, aligning with our college's vision and values. Overseeing facilities management, capital projects and health & safety ensuring our campuses are safe, efficient, and inspiring. Leading and developing high-performing Estates and Health & Safety teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement Championing environmental best practices, reducing our carbon footprint and embedding sustainability into every aspect of college life.

If you can demonstrate the following then we'd love to hear from you:

A professional qualification in a relevant discipline and membership of a recognised facilities-related institution. Proven experience in senior estates/facilities management, ideally within education or a multi-site organisation. Strong leadership, communication, and strategic planning skills. A deep understanding of sustainability practices, health & safety legislation, and capital project delivery. A commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion in everything you do

Closing date: 31st July 2025

Interview Date:

W/C 11th August 2025

College location:

Cross College

Annual salary: Circa 68,000

(Subject to qualifications, skills and experience)

Hours:

Full time

In return, we can offer you:

A competitive FE salary, generous annual leave & pension, access to funded teaching qualifications, apprenticeships and a range of other training courses to support career development, as well as many other benefits.

To Apply and view the & Person Specification, please register or log in and complete the online form via the 'Apply' link below.

For any queries or to arrange an appointment to chat informally about the role please email

peopleservices@escg.ac.uk

. Please note we are unable to accept CVs in place of an application under our obligations for Keeping Children Safe in Education.

OTHER INFORMATION:

East Sussex College is a people-centric, values-driven, ambitious and inclusive Further Education College with over 1,300 colleagues and over 5500 students.

We offer a broad curriculum including A Levels, T-levels, work based, 14-19, HE and adult programmes with campuses in Eastbourne, Hastings, Lewes and Newhaven. This is an exciting time to join us as we grow and develop even stronger pathways for our students and communities.

(ESC PROUD VALUES) POSITIVITY - RESPECT - OPPORTUNITY - UNITY - DIVERSITY

East Sussex College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Application & Safeguarding process:


We are committed to ensuring our colleague recruitment process is accessible for all candidates. If you require adjustments or support to fully engage with any aspect of the process, please get in touch with people services who will be happy to facilitate reasonable adaptions (peopleservices@escg.ac.uk).

Applicants should be eligible to work in the UK, work permits from other organisations are not acceptable as proof of right to work in the UK.

Prior to interview all shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete an Application Form (including explanation of any gaps in employment), a Self-Declaration and Disclosure form and we will carry out an online check.

Please note that it is an offence to apply for a role at a college if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity.

If offered a role with us, as part of our pre-employment checks an enhanced DBS, references and evidence of qualifications will be required.

Applications may be shortlisted on a rolling basis and we reserve the right to interview and appoint before the closing date.

DEIB commitment (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging):


We embrace the individuality of every person in our community.

We continue to cultivate a people-centric culture where everyone in our college can be their authentic selves, welcoming broad perspectives and implementing initiatives to continue ensuring the college is an equitable and inclusive workplace.

The college is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse mix of colleagues who are representative of the diversity in our local communities, considering positive action and reasonable adjustments to address any under-representation where suitable.

ESC particularly encourages applications from black and minority ethnic communities, people with disabilities, males and those who identify as LGBTQIA+ who are currently under represented staff groups.

Recruitment Agencies


We prefer to hire our people directly, but we do have a preferred supplier list for when we require additional support. We will be in touch if we need you.