Job Description
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Health and Safety Officer - Secondary School - Hillingdon - ASAP Start - Full-Time
Are you an experienced Health and Safety Officer or someone with a strong background in maintaining safe working environments within education or similar settings? Are you organised, proactive, and passionate about ensuring the highest standards of health and safety?
Tradewind Recruitment is working with a welcoming and well-regarded secondary school in Hillingdon seeking a Health and Safety Officer to join their team on a full-time, long-term basis, starting ASAP. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in maintaining a safe, compliant, and well-managed school environment for staff and students.
Health and Safety Officer - Role Overview As a Health and Safety Officer, you will be responsible for overseeing and implementing health and safety procedures across the school site. Your responsibilities will include:
- Monitoring and reviewing health and safety policies and procedures
- Conducting regular site inspections and risk assessments
- Ensuring compliance with health and safety legislation and school policies
- Recording and investigating incidents, accidents, and near misses
- Providing guidance and training to staff on health and safety practices
- Liaising with external agencies and contractors where required
- Maintaining accurate records and documentation
- Supporting emergency procedures, including fire safety and evacuation drills
- Promoting a culture of safety and wellbeing across the school
Requirements
- Previous experience in a health and safety role, ideally within a school or public sector environment
- Relevant health and safety qualification (e.g. NEBOSH or equivalent) desirable
- Strong knowledge of UK health and safety legislation
- Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently and take initiative
- Strong communication skills and the ability to train and support staff
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness xwzovoh to apply)
What's on Offer
- A supportive and well-managed secondary school in Hillingdon
- Full-time role: Monday to Friday, all year round (or term-time plus, depending on school needs)
- A key role in ensuring a safe and compliant school environment
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
- Potential for a long-term or permanent position
How to Apply
If you are a Health and Safety Officer or have relevant experience and are looking for a full-time opportunity in Hillingdon starting ASAP, we would love to hear from you.
For more information, please contact Elizabeth Topley by emailing or calling (option 3).