Sustainability Lead

The Sustainability Lead will be responsible for coordinating and delivering JAGS' sustainability priorities, supporting the implementation of the School's sustainability strategy and embedding practical, measurable improvements across operations and community activity.

The ideal candidate will be a graduate with a degree or have relevant experience in working in sustainability, environmental science or a related field, with a passion for sustainability and sustainability practices.

FTE Salary: £37,500 - £42,500 pa depending on qualifications and experience // ACT salary: £22,419 - £25,409 pa for 25 hours pw for 38 weeks per year Closing date 22 Jun 2026 Contract Permanent Hours Part time Sector Education, schools, Environment, green & sustainable, School support / non-teaching, Climate, Corporate social responsibility, Environmental, Green & clean technology, Policy, legislation & strategy, Sustainability, Specialist (school support), Carbon management, Environmental education, Environmental impact assessment, Sustainability manager Employee benefits & values Accessibility & workplace adjustments, Bonus & discount schemes, Cycle to work scheme, Education support, Employee assistance programme, Enhanced maternity/paternity benefits, Health & wellness benefits, Multi-faith support (observances and prayer), Professional development (CPD), Sabbatical & career breaks, The opportunity to join our outstanding school where public examination results consistently place JAGS amongst the leading schools in the UK A community of considerate, creative and compassionate students and staff A highly diverse and inclusive school community, committed to our bursary provision An inspiring and enthusiastic team of colleagues across the teaching and support staff Excellent facilities, including the latest resources to support learning A diverse benefits package including:

• Competitive salary
• Pension scheme with 10% employer contributions
• Enhanced sickness, maternity and paternity pay
• Free onsite parking and bicycle storage
• Free gym membership with discounted family rates
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free lunches, teas and coffee all year round
• Free access to the Dulwich Picture Gallery
• School fee discount
• Cycle to work scheme
• Interest-free computer loans
• Interest-free transport season ticket loans
With its distinctive heritage as the oldest independent girls' school in London, James Allen's Girls' School provides a forward-thinking and contemporary education for over 1100 girls aged 4 to 18. Located in the London borough of Southwark, JAGS has a diverse school community and is committed to inclusion in the workplace. Our school aims, both in and out of the classroom, are clear: To celebrate our diverse and inclusive community To champion social awareness and sustainability To empower courage, creativity and compassion in each student To inspire aspirational and authentic lifelong learners and leaders To nurture respectful, resilient and kind individuals If this matches your vision, then this is the perfect opportunity for you.