
Health and Safety Manager
- Harrow, Greater London
- Permanent
- Full-time
Health and Safety Manager (Northwest London)
Competitive Salary + Excellent BenefitsIrwin and Colton are privileged to partner with one of the world's most famous educational institutes, Harrow School.Founded in 1572 by a local yeoman farmer, John Lyon, under a Royal Charter granted by Queen Elizabeth I, it is located on a 324-acre estate encompassing much of Harrow on the Hill in north-west London. Around 830 boys aged 13 to 18, who come from all over Britain and across the world, live in the school's 12 boarding houses, and there are about 120 academic staff and over 500 support staff.All members of staff work to a single, uniting purpose: to prepare boys with diverse backgrounds and abilities for a life of learning, leadership, service and personal fulfilment.The RoleThe Health and Safety Manager takes full responsibility for developing, implementing and overseeing all health and safety policies and procedures at Harrow School. This role ensures a safe and healthy environment for boys, staff and visitors by conducting regular inspections, risk assessments and training programmes.With the recent introduction of the Audit and Risk Committee, the issue of compliance is at the forefront of the school's priorities, and this role will be required to take on the responsibility of progressing health and safety compliance at Harrow School to a new level with a greater focus on best practice in the school.Responsibilities of the Health and Safety Manager will include:
- Overseeing the implementation and review of health and safety policies, ensuring compliance is met, according to safety legislation
- Working with external agencies, safety consultants, and inspection bodies as-and-when necessary
- Leading audits, investigations, and risk assessments across the education campus
- Providing expert advice to all departments and staff on health and safety matters
- Organising and delivering safety training programs to ensure a safe environment for staff, pupils, and visitors
- NEBOSH Diploma (or equivalent) with relevant IOSH accreditation is ideal
- Proven experience in a Health and Safety role of similar setting
- Excellent communication skills and experience in delivering training
- A proactive approach with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team