Deputy Head Estates, Projects and Sustainability

Job Title: Deputy Head of Estates, Projects and Sustainability Location: East London Hours: 36 Salary: c£60,000 Contract Type: Permanent Waltham Forest College has been rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted following its most recent inspection and has distinguished itself as one of only a small number of General Further Education Colleges across the country to achieve the prestigious ‘Outstanding’ rating. Waltham Forest College has been named one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025, a testament to its exceptional employee experience and organisational culture. Survey results revealed staff engagement and confidence in leadership to be significantly above the national average, underlining the College’s focus on wellbeing, inclusivity, and professional growth. Ranked in the top 5% of GFE colleges nationally for student achievement, Waltham Forest College continues to be an aspirational destination for learners. With state-of-the-art industry-standard facilities, a dedicated and expert teaching team, and a strong network of employer partnerships, the College ensures students are future-ready and equipped for success. We are looking to expand our Estates team, in this role you will lead the planning, day-to-day operation and continuous improvement of the College's Estates function, ensuring the safe, compliant and efficient operation of the estate and the delivery of high-quality services in support of teaching, learning and the wider College community. The postholder deputises for the Head of Estates on operational matters, supports the operational delivery of capital and minor works projects, and assists the Head of Estates with the delivery of the College's sustainability and Climate Action programme across the estate. The role carries overall operational responsibility for both the building services / M&E function, led through the Senior Building Services Engineer, and the general estates, maintenance and site services function, led through the Estates Supervisor.