Health and Safety Officer

The Role

Health & Safety Officer

Loretto School is one of Britain's leading independent boarding and day schools located on the outskirts of Edinburgh and we have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Health & Safety professional to join our Team.

Main purpose of the role

You will be responsible for working proactively with staff and the Senior Leadership Team to establish and maintain safe systems of work and a safe environment for colleagues, pupils, visitors and contractors. Reporting to the Head of Operations, you will develop and implement Health and Safety best practice, promote a positive culture and awareness of Health & Safety, ensure compliance with applicable Health and Safety legislation and that the School's Health and Safety Policy is implemented consistently across the school.

This is a permanent, full-time post and the successful candidate will work 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. There may be some occasions when additional hours will be necessary for the completion of the duties of the position.

Salary will be commensurate with experience and aptitude for the role and in the region of £35,000 to £45,000 per annum.

Experience and skills

You will:

• Have a minimum of 3 years' experience of working in a similar role in a multi-faceted environment with complex facilities management challenges
• Hold a NEBOSH general certificate (or IOSH equivalent) along with membership of a recognised professional body
• Hold (or working towards) a NEBOSH fire certificate (or equivalent)
• Have excellent communication skills including a track record of training and guiding staff/colleagues in good Health and Safety practice
• Have the ability to prioritise workload and effectively communicate with all levels of staff
• Be familiar with appropriate guidance and standards such as HSG65 & ISO 45001
• Have a "can-do" attitude, be proactive and have a positive approach to problem solving.

Find out more about the required skills and experience in the Job Information Pack.

Benefits

You will enjoy the excellent benefits of working with Loretto which include:

• Generous pension scheme
• Enhanced holiday allowance
• Family friendly policies
• Free lunches during term time
• Annual review and opportunities for training and continued professional development
• A range of staff benefits including Bike to Work Scheme
• School Fees Remission (non-contractual benefit)
• Opportunities for involvement in the wider school community

Application

If you think this is the right opportunity for you, please apply through the School Talent website. You will be asked to submit a CV and supporting statement as part of the application process.

If you have any questions about the application process, please contact

You must have the right to work in the UK to apply for this post.

Closing Date: Wednesday 12 November 2025 at 11:59pm.

The School is committed to equal opportunities for all its pupils and staff.

Loretto is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Loretto meets the requirements in respect of exempted questions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, all applicants who are offered employment will be subject to Disclosure Scotland Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme checks before the appointment is confirmed. This will include details of cautions, reprimands or final warnings, as well as convictions. The cost of this application will be met by the School. Annually, every member of staff at the School is required to undergo, complete, and sign to confirm that they have received child protection training and will uphold it.

About Loretto

Founded in 1827, located in a spacious campus just outside Edinburgh, we are one of the UK's leading independent coeducational schools, for both boarding and day school pupils. Traditional and innovative educational methods, first-class facilities and the advantages offered by a small school all combine to provide a uniquely rounded learning experience for girls and boys.

Our emphasis on the whole person is really what sets us apart. From day one, Loretto's Founder was dedicated to blending academic excellence with a wealth of experiences beyond the classroom.

By helping girls and boys to excel in mind, body and spirit, we aim to help them unlock and realise their full potential.

Today's staff and pupils are living proof of the clear benefits offered by that ethos. Being a small school enables us to share our big heart and ambition, and offer big opportunities for our young people.

Also reflecting Loretto's commitment to help bring out the best in all, are our high standards of teaching and a diverse yet rigorous curriculum.

The enormous range of co-curricular activities we offer away from the classroom ensures that each pupil can grow and develop wherever their interests and talents may lie.

The School's achievements in music, art and drama and our strong reputation in sporting endeavours – rugby, hockey, cricket, lacrosse and golf to name just a few – are both testament to that.