DescriptionTo lead, coordinate and continually strengthen the colleges health, safety management systems. The postholder will oversee statutory compliance, drive a proactive safety culture, and deliver effective H&S support to staff, apprentices, managers, and external employers. The role includes line management of the Health & Safety Officer and responsibility for Training @ Hopwood apprenticeship H&S compliance.Key ResponsibilitiesLeadership & Line ManagementLead, manage, and support the Health & Safety OfficerPromote a positive, proactive safety culture across the collegeProvide confident, practical advice to managers, curriculum teams, apprenticeships staff and employersHealth & Safety Management SystemsOversee and maintain the colleges H&S databaseDevelop systems for monitoring workplace safety, accident reporting, and near‑miss analysisLead investigations into workplace accidents and RIDDOR‑reportable events, ensuring all forms are completed in line with current Health & Safety laws and incidents are reported on timeMaintain the college Health & Safety Risk RegisterEnsure all H&S policies and procedures are regularly updated and reflect the latest legislative changes. This includes the annual review of the Health & Safety Policy, Fire Evacuation and Lockdown policies and procedures within the Business Continuity PlanLead on reviewing contractor H&S prior to major works, including assessing RAMs and carrying out spot checks while works are underwayAudit, Risk Assessment & ComplianceCoordinate the annual review of departmental risk assessmentsUndertake H&S audits and produce corrective action plansEnsure statutory inspections for equipment, machinery, LEV, lifting gear and pressure systems are carried outAssist with Fire Risk Assessments and Asbestos Management PlansCommittees, Reporting & TrainingContribute to the Health & Safety CommitteeProvide reports, statistics and recommendationsDeliver or coordinate staff H&S trainingMaintain adequate First Aid and Fire Marshal coverEnsure critical or urgent Health & Safety matters are raised with the Head of Facilities, Assistant Director of Finance & Estates, and SLT leadEducational VisitsLead the use of the EVOLVE systemEnsure all off‑site activities meet safety standards with suitable risk assessments and staffing ratiosApprenticeship & Employer Compliance (Training @ Hopwood)Develop employer vetting proceduresConduct H&S and Standard 10 assessmentsPerform health checks with employers and monitor apprentice safetyProduce corrective action plans and elevate high‑risk concernsMake recommendations on the suitability of apprenticeship placementsCollaborative Working & Continuous ImprovementWork closely with Corporate Services and Facilities teamsSupport the Head of Facilities & Risk Management on wider initiativesEngage in CPD and maintain professional competenceAdditional DutiesUndertake any other duties of a similar level as requiredSkills, Knowledge and ExpertiseQualificationsEssential CriteriaNEBOSH Diploma or equivalentGood standard of education up to level 3Desirable CriteriaEducated to degree level or equivalentIEMA Certificate in Environmental Management or equivalentChartered membership of IOSHExperienceEssential CriteriaExtensive experience of coordinating or managing Health & Safety, developing policies, systems, procedures and undertaking audits.Experience of delivering H&S training & coaching to large and small groups, including inductions, risk assessments, manual handling etc.Desirable CriteriaExperience of developing and implementing H&S strategiesSpecialist KnowledgeEssential CriteriaExcellent working knowledge of H&S legislation.Excellent IT skills.Excellent report writing skillsDesirable CriteriaChartered Safety & Health Practitioner or working towardsEvidence of ongoing professional developmentPersonal SkillsEssential CriteriaGood communication skillsGood administrative skillsMentoring skillsCan work well as part of a team, support and motivate othersTeam SkillsEssential CriteriaCan work well as part of a team, support and motivate othersGenericEssential CriteriaAwareness of equal opportunities issues and strong commitment to non‑discriminatory practices #J-18808-Ljbffr