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Health & Safety Manager


Hugh Baird College
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Health & Safety Manager

Application Deadline: 30 November 2025

Department: Facilities

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Hugh Baird College - Main Campus

Reporting To: John Billington

Compensation: GBP 40,000 - GBP 46,000 / year

Description

Health & Safety Manager
Hugh Baird College, Bootle
Full-Time, Permanent
GBP 40,000 - GBP 46,000 per annum
40 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
Access to Medicash and a wide range of staff benefits

Join an Outstanding Team

At Hugh Baird College, an Ofsted Outstanding provider, we are committed to inspiring, challenging, and transforming lives. Our students are at the heart of everything we do, and we foster a workplace where ideas are valued, creativity is nurtured, and professional growth is supported.

About the Role

As we expand our facilities and curriculum offer, we are strengthening our commitment to health, safety, and wellbeing across our nine buildings and diverse learning environments. We are seeking a Health & Safety Manager to take ownership of our Health & Safety function. This unique role combines strategic leadership with hands-on operational responsibilities, making it ideal for an experienced professional or an ambitious advisor ready to step up.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement the College's Health & Safety strategy.
  • Oversee audits, inspections, risk assessments, and policy development.
  • Deliver training and induction programmes.
  • Monitor and investigate incidents, ensuring compliance with reporting requirements.
  • Lead Health & Safety Committee meetings and liaise with external bodies such as the HSE.

what we're looking for
  • NEBOSH Certificate (essential) and ideally a NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent.
  • Membership of IOSH.
  • Proven experience managing health & safety in a complex organisation.
  • Strong knowledge of UK health & safety legislation.
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills.
  • Ability to work flexibly, including occasional evenings.
  • A driving licence and access to a vehicle for business use is required.

Please see the attached person specification for the full criteria

Job Benefits

Why Join Hugh Baird College?

When you join us, you become part of a caring and supportive community that prioritises employee wellbeing, development, and recognition. Here are some of the benefits available to you:

Generous holiday allowance

Up to 50 days annual holiday allowance, excluding bank holidays.

Flexible Working

We offer flexible working options depending on the business need, which can provide a better work-life balance for our employees.

Medicash

Access to Medicash's health plans are designed to look after you and your family by boosting your access to treatment and support.

Pension Scheme

You will have access to two of the best pension schemes in the country, the Teachers' or the Local Government Pension schemes, depending on your role with us.

Professional Development

We are committed to providing continual professional development, with both formal and informal opportunities designed to enhance your skills, knowledge and career growth.

Industrial Commercial Updates

Our teachers receive 35 hours per year to choose a commercial operation to visit with a view to bringing new innovative ideas back to the College.

Reward and Recognition

Our 'Get Recognised' employee reward scheme enables continuous acknowledgement of employee contributions, and our annual staff celebration event highlights colleagues who consistently embody our values.

Lifestyle Fitness Gym

You will have discounted access to our fully-equipped and modern on-campus Lifestyle Fitness gym.

Health and Wellbeing

You will have opportunities to take part in staff groups such as yoga, walking and meditation. You will also have access to Mental Health support and a Cycle to Work scheme.

Travel

You can take advantage of discounted rail travel or bus travel, interest-free season ticket loans for public transport services and free on-campus parking.

Retail Discounts

You will have access to offers to cashback and discounts at well-known retailers.

Blue Light Card

You may be eligible to apply for a Blue Light card, giving you access to exclusive discounts.
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JOB SUMMARY
Health & Safety Manager
Hugh Baird College
Bootle
2 days ago
N/A
Full-time

Health & Safety Manager