Head of Health & Safety

Newham College is seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Health and Safety to lead the strategic and operational management of health, safety, and compliance across all our campuses. This is a high-impact role at the heart of the College's Estates and Facilities team, with responsibility for fostering a culture of safety for students, staff, and visitors alike.

About the Role

As Head of Health and Safety, you will:

Develop and lead the college-wide health and safety strategy

Ensure legal and regulatory compliance across multiple sites

Lead a dedicated H&S team and provide expert guidance to the senior leadership

Oversee risk management, incident reporting, emergency planning, and audits

Deliver training programs and champion a positive, proactive safety culture

This role is critical in supporting a safe, inclusive, and sustainable learning environment across our diverse and vibrant community.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

Holds a NEBOSH Diploma or equivalent Level 6 qualification and is GradIOSH or CMIOSH

Has extensive experience in a senior H&S role, ideally in education or a multi-site organisation

Brings in-depth knowledge of UK H&S legislation and best practices

Is a confident communicator, able to influence at all levels and present to governance boards

Is proactive, strategic, and passionate about continuous improvement in safety standards

A degree in a relevant subject, experience in the FE sector, and a formal teaching/training qualification are desirable..

In return, you’ll benefit from:

A supportive leadership team and positive working environment

Opportunities for continued professional development

Competitive salary and benefits package

Access to all campuses, including specialist and flagship sites

Commitment to equality, diversity, and safeguarding

Safeguarding of Children and Vulnerable Adults

All employment offers are made subject to checks, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidelines. These include (some of which are dependent on the role and the individual): Enhanced DBS including Children&©s Barred List check, DfE teaching/management Barred List check, on-line searches, overseas criminal record check, evidence of identity and Right to Work in the UK, satisfactory references, confirmation of medical fitness, evidence of relevant qualifications and a check of previous employment history.

The College is committed to safeguarding and promotes the welfare of all learners and expects its staff to share this commitment. You will be required to become familiar with the College's policies, and comply with the requirements to safeguard and protect the welfare of children and young people and vulnerable adults. All staff are asked to complete mandatory training in relation to KCSIE and other key areas, and to read the relevant policies.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

The College has a strong commitment to working towards the implementation of equality of opportunity in both service delivery and employment. The College&©s mission and strategic objectives directly support this aim. All employees are required to actively support the development, dissemination and implementation of this aim and related policies and programmes.

Recruitment Process The email account you use to apply will be used for all recruitment communication. Please ensure that you use an email account that you regularly monitor.

All application forms must be fully completed, including a full record of education and employment history. Incomplete applications will not be considered for shortlisting.

The salary for this position is inclusive of London weighting. Please note that it is Newham College&©s policy to offer all roles at the entry point of the salary scale advertised. However, based on your qualifications and experience, we may offer a higher starting salary within the specified salary range.