Head of Health and Safety

4 weeks ago


Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Oaklands College Full time

Based Across St. Albans, Welwyn Garden City and Borehamwood Campus


Working in Further Education is both inspiring and rewarding and there is a great opportunity for you to help make Oaklands College into one of the leading providers in the country. Are you excited by new projects and committed and passionate about ensuring the safety and well-being of employees? Do you have extensive knowledge of Health and Safety regulations and a track record of implementing effective safety practices? If so, this is an exciting opportunity to join a college which is on a very exciting journey.

What we require:

You will be qualified to Degree level, hold a NEBOSH Diploma and be a graduate member of IOSH and have gained relevant and substantial Health and Safety experience. You will be experienced in developing, implementing, and reviewing Health and Safety arrangements and have the technical and communication skills to deliver effective health and safety across the campuses. Ideally suited to a proactive and enthusiastic person, equally effective at maintaining relationships and ensuring compliance. As a member of the senior management team, the successful candidate will have a broad range of skills and be able to provide technical advice and champion the development of a positive health and safety culture throughout.

What we offer:


Generous Salary


• Automatic entry into the Local Government pension scheme


• Generous annual leave - 35 days pro rata plus 8 bank holidays


• A dedicated and friendly team of professionals who are keen to develop and learn.


• Excellent CPD opportunities to grow and development through mentorship and coaching.


• Free onsite parking


• Subsidised onsite restaurant.


• A cycle scheme and discounted gym membership

Safeguarding Statement:

Oaklands College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Employment is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory safeguarding checks.

£63,246 to £69,113 pa



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