Health and Safety Manager

Principal People Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious independent school in London is seeking a Health & Safety Manager to oversee safety strategy across multiple sites. This pivotal role involves leading compliance efforts, shaping safety culture, and advising leadership on safety matters. Candidates should have relevant qualifications such as NEBOSH and experience in complex environments. The role offers autonomy and the opportunity to make a significant impact within a respected organization.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing H&S in a complex, multi-site environment.
• Strong knowledge of UK H&S legislation and ISO 45001.
• Desirable experience in education or expertise in asbestos, CDM, or fire safety.

Responsibilities

• Lead on all Health & Safety policy, systems, and compliance.
• Embed a proactive, positive safety culture across operations.
• Oversee audits, inspections, investigations, and risk management.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Influencing skills

Education

NEBOSH National General Certificate & Diploma

Chartered IOSH membership

Job description

Health & Safety Manager GBP55,000 + Benefits Westminster

Are you a Health & Safety professional looking for a role where your expertise can truly make a difference?

We re working with one of the UK s most prestigious independent schools recognised as a genuine center of excellence, to appoint a Health & Safety Manager who will take full ownership of their safety strategy across multiple sites and a thriving commercial operation.

This is not a box–ticking role. You ll be leading from the front shaping culture, embedding best practice, and ensuring the highest safety standards across the organisation. As the go–to authority, you ll influence senior leaders, inspire teams, and foster a safe, positive environment for staff, students, and visitors alike.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead on all Health & Safety policy, systems, and compliance
• Embed a proactive, positive safety culture across education and commercial operations
• Oversee audits, inspections, investigations, and risk management
• Deliver engaging training and impactful inductions for all staff
• Advise senior leadership and the Governing Body on safety matters
• Champion wellbeing initiatives and safe working practices

What you ll bring:

• NEBOSH National General Certificate & Diploma (or equivalent)
• Chartered IOSH (or equivalent) membership
• Proven experience managing H&S in a complex, multi–site environment
• Strong knowledge of UK H&S legislation and ISO 45001
• Exceptional communication, organisational, and influencing skills
• (Desirable) Experience in education and/or specialist expertise in asbestos, CDM, or fire safety

Why you ll want this role:

You ll be joining a forward–thinking, collaborative environment that blends tradition with innovation. With the autonomy to shape systems and culture, you ll see the direct results of your work and enjoy the satisfaction of knowing you re making a meaningful impact all within a stable and highly respected organisation.