Witherslack Group
Health and Safety Management Systems Lead (FTC)
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Health and Safety Management Systems Lead – Fixed Term 12-Month Contract
This home-based role involves remote work across the UK with some UK-wide travel. The position is on a fixed-term contract with a salary range of £36,000 – £44,000, depending on qualifications and experience.
- Candidates with developing experience or pursuing qualifications will typically be placed at the lower end of the salary scale.
- Fully qualified and experienced professionals will be considered for the upper limit.
About the Role
Do you have a background in education, care, or a people-focused sector? Can you move beyond site inspections and checklists into policy writing, digital transformation, and shaping corporate strategy?
This is your chance to be pivotal in:
- Designing and digitalising our ISO 45001 management framework across sector-leading educational and residential homes settings.
- Leading the transition from paper-based health and safety processes to centralised digital platforms.
- Empowering our teams in a culture of health and safety that drives continuously improving standards for vulnerable young people.
At the Witherslack Group, we dedicate ourselves to changing young, vulnerable lives daily. As Health and Safety Management Systems Lead, you’ll help build safe, healthy, and supportive environments that enable brighter futures.
Key Responsibilities
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Policy & Procedures
- Design health and safety policies tailored to unique care and learning environments.
- Ensure standardised, integrated health and safety processes into daily operations.
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Digital Transformation
- Lead the modernisation of health and safety systems to optimise efficiency and reporting.
- Align legacy processes with software platforms to streamline user input and accurateness.
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Culture Change & Engagement
- Train and empower staff, creating engaging health and safety resources and tailored training programmes.
- Organise cross-site reviews to assess current standards and gather valuable stakeholder feedback.
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Continuous Improvement
- Review and update policies, risk assessments, and guidance, addressing gaps and innovations.
- Research and develop new procedures collaboratively with Group teams.
Requirements
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Experience
- A strong background in health and safety roles with a focus on people-centred environments.
- Confidence in writing policies, risk assessments, and delivering health and safety training.
- Familiarity with health and safety data systems would be advantageous.
- Experience with ISO 45001, education, or care settings preferred.
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Qualifications
- NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Safety and Health (or equivalent qualification).
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Skills
- Legal knowledge: Full understanding of UK health and safety legislation.
- Attention to detail: Additional focus on accuracy and compliance.
- Communication & Collaboration: Strong abilities in presentation, relationship-building, and team engagement.
- IT competency: Proficient with Microsoft Office and able to adapt to evolving systems.
- Organisational skills: Prioritisation, problem-solving, and adaptability.
- Travel: A valid UK driving licence is required due to necessary UK-wide travel.
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Desired Qualities
- Passionate about making a difference: A collaborative, self-motivated attitude.
- Additional considerations: Certifications in fire safety or environmental management (advantageous but not essential).
What We Offer
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Competitive Benefits
- £36,000–£44,000 salary (range aligned with experience and qualifications).
- 100% home-based role with UK-wide travel (costs covered).
- 35 days holiday (including bank holidays).
- Flexible benefits: Adjustable holiday, pension, and life insurance allowances.
- Holistic wellbeing support: Access to Employee Assistance Programmes, medical cover (including眼科 and dental reimbursement), high-street discounts, and a ‘refer a friend’ scheme ($3000 bonus).
- Ongoing training & CPD (professional development supported).
Our Values
We are proud of being the UK’s highest-OFSTED-rated special education and care provider. Our approach celebrates ‘the huge small victories’—the everyday milestones that transform lives.
We empower a purpose-driven workforce where you can be yourself while making a real difference. Our work supports young people with:
- SEMH needs (social, emotional and mental health challenges).
- Communication difficulties (e.g., autistic spectrum conditions, speech and language disorders).
- ADHD and complex learning needs.
Our mission is clear: "We are the leading provider of specialist education and care for disabled young people."
Contact and Next Steps
We are an equal opportunities employer, and our schuforschute policy is inclusive of all candidates. We commit to safeguarding, with recruitment subject to an enhanced DBS check (cost covered).
This post is esteemed as #INDH—our core focus on innovation, dedication, and harmony—ensures real results for those we support.
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