Health and Safety Manager

This forward-thinking education provider is committed to high standards, strong compliance, and continuous improvement. They want someone credible and confident who can work across teams, challenge when needed, and help raise quality consistently. The Organisation

This forward-thinking education provider is committed to creating a positive, inclusive workplace where every member of staff can thrive. Their focus is on empowering people, strengthening leadership capability, and driving meaningful organisational change aligned to their long-term vision.

Role Purpose

• Lead and support day-to-day health & safety and occupational health across multiple sites, for all staff levels.
• Improve safety performance by putting solid H&S management systems in place that meet legal requirements and recognised standards.
• Drive a positive, consistent safety culture across all locations.

Role Responsibilities

• Advise the Head of Estates/H&S on legal compliance, best practice, and what needs fixing or improving.
• Roll out and keep on top of H&S policies, procedures and standards so they're applied consistently everywhere.
• Manage risk: make sure risk assessments, incident reporting, and investigations are robust, reviewed regularly, and actually followed.
• Plan and deliver audits, track actions, and work with teams to close gaps and improve standards.
• Run or support H&S training (including inductions and Duty Manager training) so people know what "good" looks like.
• Handle statutory reporting and documentation: RIDDOR reporting to the HSE, reports for internal/external needs, and maintaining accurate H&S records.

Essential Requirements

• NEBOSH General Certificate (Level 3) essential; NEBOSH Diploma (Level 6) desirable or working towards.
• IOSH chartered membership (CMIOSH) or willingness to work towards it.
• Strong working knowledge of UK H&S law, standards, and practical risk management.
• Proven experience auditing H&S systems, creating action plans, and improving compliance across an organisation.
• Full driving license and access to a vehicle

Benefits

• Generous annual leave and pension scheme.
• Professional development opportunities to support continued growth.
• Inclusive, supportive environment that values innovation and wellbeing.
• Access to staff discounts and health & wellbeing initiatives.

Don't wait, apply today and be part of an inspiring educational environment that transforms lives! We have multiple jobs across this region currently so even if this one isn't quite right for you, we'd love to hear from you regardless.

Important Notice

Dovetail and Slate is a specialist education recruitment company. If this role isn't quite right, we welcome your CV and a call to explore other opportunities.

We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right to work check and, where relevant, an enhanced DBS, PVG (Scotland), or EWC (Wales) check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

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Because education matters. Dovetail and Slate Limited () acts as an Employment Agency.