Health and Safety Manager (Operations)

HMC (Headmasters' and Headmistresses' Conference); Market Harborough; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Market Harborough is seeking a proactive Health and Safety Manager. This role involves leading health and safety initiatives to ensure a safe and supportive environment for staff and students. The ideal candidate will have an IOSH or NEBOSH certification and strong interpersonal skills. Join a values-driven community where your contributions will make a meaningful impact.

Benefits

Enhanced holiday allowance (37 days minimum)

Generous pension scheme

Enhanced sick pay, maternity and paternity pay

Travel to work schemes

Employee Assistance programme

Qualifications

• Proven track record in operational health and safety, ideally in education or a similar setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational health and safety initiatives that protect and empower staff and young people.
• Promote wellbeing, compliance, and continuous improvement within the school.
• Shape and sustain a positive health and safety culture across the school community.

Skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Solution-focused and approachable

Emotionally intelligent and resilient

Strategic thinker with attention to detail

Collaborative and inclusive mindset

Up-to-date knowledge of HSE legislation and ISO standards

Education

IOSH or NEBOSH certification

Job description

Teaching careers in HMC independent schools

We are currently seeking to fill the position of Health and Safety Manager (Operations).

When you join the team at Heriot’s, you become part of our community, where the contribution of every individual is important and valued. The Heriot’s motto, to “distribute chearfullie”, is at the heart of school - distributing of kindness, of support and of generosity remains as live today as it was in 1628 when George Heriot founded the school.

Our most recent staff survey reported that 97% of employees at Heriot’s feel motivated and happy to work here and we aim to provide a friendly, welcoming, and supportive environment for all of our people. This aim is reflected in the package we offer which, for Support Staff, in addition to basic salary, includes:

• Enhanced holiday allowance (37 days minimum)
• Generous pension scheme (up to 11% employer contribution with 5% employee contribution)
• Enhanced sick pay, maternity and paternity pay
• Family friendly policies (Including Personal Emergency Leave Days)
• Annual review and opportunities for training and continued professional development
• Travel to work schemes
• School Fee Remission (non-contractual benefit)
• Employee Assistance programme, including 24/7 counselling helpline and high street, supermarket, and general retail discounts
• Opportunities for involvement in the wider school community

We aim to attract and retain a diverse group of talented people, who are committed to upholding the school’s ethos. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Are you passionate about creating safe, supportive, and thriving workplaces? Do you want to make a meaningful impact in a values-driven educational environment? We’re looking for a proactive and people-focused Health and Safety professional to help shape and sustain a positive health and safety culture across our school community.

Reporting to the Director of Governance, Risk and Compliance, and working closely with HR, Estates, and the Health and Safety Manager (Education), you’ll lead operational health and safety initiatives that protect and empower our staff and young people. You’ll be a key voice in promoting wellbeing, compliance, and continuous improvement—ensuring our school remains a safe, inclusive, and an inspiring place to work and learn.

Please see attached job description for full details.

You will have a proven track record in operational health and safety, ideally in education or a similar setting along with the following skills and qualifications.

IOSH or NEBOSH certification (essential).

Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Solution-focused and approachable.

Emotionally intelligent and resilient.

Strategic thinker with attention to detail.

Collaborative and inclusive mindset.

Up-to-date knowledge of HSE legislation and ISO standards.

Additional Information
Heriot’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and youngpeople and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.
This post is considered Regulated Work with Vulnerable Children and/or Protected Adults,under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007 and the successful candidateswill be required to obtain membership of the PVG scheme.

Please note that parking is not available on our campus

George Heriot’s Trust is an Equal Opportunities employer and we welcome applicationsfrom all sections of the community.

George Heriot’s School is governed by George Heriot’s Trust, Scottish Charity number SC011463

12 The Point, Rockingham Road, Market Harborough, Leicestershire, LE16 7QU