Job summary Are you passionate about creating safe spaces for autisticyoung people?
Were on the lookout for a dynamic Health and Safety Manager tochampion our mission at Priors Court!
In this vital role, youll work togetherwith our Operational and Executive Leadership teams to shape and implementinnovative health and safety strategies.
Youll play a key part in enforcingpolicies, assessing risks, and fostering a vibrant culture of safety that prioritizesthe well-being of our children, staff, and visitors.
Join us in making a realdifference!Please Note: A full UK driving licence ispreferred due to our location.
Main duties of the job As the Health and Safety Manager, you will ensure thatall health and safety regulations are met to the highest standards includingbut not limited to HSE, CQC, and OFSTED.
You will conduct inspections, managehealth and safety initiatives, and respond promptly to any issues that mayimpact the well-being of young people and staff.
About us Priors Court is a registered charity providing education and residential care for autistic young people with complex needs, aged 5-25.
Set within a 50-acre site in Berkshire, we have extensive bespoke facilities to help the young people we support to be healthy, happy, more independent and have the opportunity to access the world of work.We understand that the little things are actually the big things for an autistic young person, and we celebrate them as major milestones.
A daily life skill gained or an anxiety conquered today is a stepping stone towards tomorrows work placement, or a shared special occasion with family.Priors Court never stays still.
We are ambitious for our young people and aspire to be a global leader for autistic young people with complex needs.
We want to deliver outcomes for them beyond our imagination; to help transform the lives of even more autistic young people, and to develop practice improvements which we can share across the world.
Job description Job responsibilities Create Policies: Develop and implement health and safety policies.
Conduct Inspections: Perform inspections, audits, and risk assessments on-site and off-site.
Manage Tracker: Oversee the Health and Safety Tracker for timely task completion.
Immediate Response: Quickly address any safety concerns for young people or staff.
Collaborate Safeguarding: Share incidents and concerns with the safeguarding team.
Promote Safety Culture: Encourage a proactive safety mindset across the site.
Maintain Procedures: Keep Critical Incident Management procedures updated and train staff.
Lead Investigations: Oversee incident investigations and ensure compliance.
Coordinate Claims: Manage responses to health and safety insurance claims.
Present Information: Report safety trends and risks to the board of trustees.
Chair Committee: Lead the Health and Safety Committee and provide training workshops.
Train Staff: Ensure all staff receive training in health, safety, and fire management.
Person Specification Experience Essential Proven experience within a Health & Safety Management role, or evidence of your readiness to step up into this role.
Desirable H&S experience in a similar specialist educational/residential environment Skills / Knowledge Essential In depth knowledge of UK Health and Safety Legislation and practices Strong administrative skills, including the ability to maintain accurate records, prepare reports and write policies.
Good knowledge of data analysis and risk assessment Excellent organisational and motivational skills Qualifications Essential BSc/BA in safety management or NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent qualification in occupational health and safety IOSH membership BSI ISO 45001 Desirable Additional relevant qualification