Health & Safety Officer

GFA is appointing a dedicated, full-time Health and Safety Officer (HSO) to oversee and implement health and safety in school.

Key Responsibilities:

• Compliance and Regulation: Ensure that the school adheres to all relevant health and safety laws and regulations. Stay informed about changes in legislation and implement necessary updates.

• Risk Assessment and Management: Conduct regular risk assessments, audits, and inspections to identify potential hazards. Implement measures to mitigate identified risks promptly.

• Emergency Preparedness: Develop and maintain emergency response plans for various scenarios (e.g., fires, natural disasters). Conduct regular emergency drills to ensure staff and students are familiar with emergency procedures.

• Training and Education: Provide training sessions on health and safety practices, including first aid, emergency response, and the use of safety equipment. Ensure that training is up-to-date and relevant for staff and students.

• Incident Investigation and Reporting: Investigate accidents and incidents that occur on school property. Document findings and report incidents to the appropriate authorities. Analyze trends and recommend actions to prevent future incidents.

• Facility Inspection and Maintenance: Conduct regular inspections of school facilities to ensure they meet health and safety standards. Address issues related to cleanliness, maintenance, and safety hazards.

This role is pivotal in fostering a culture of safety and ensuring compliance with GEMS policy and ADEK’s health and safety standards.

Main Qualification: QFE 7 (Bachelor’s Degree in Health & Safety)

OR

Bachelor’s Degree in another subject & National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Heatlh Certification (NEBOSH)

Additional Qualification: Course on Incident Investigation & reporting/ Accredited First Aider & Fire Fighter/ Knowledge of ADPHCs electronic OSH reporting system

Experience: Minimum 5 yrs of Health & Safety

GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of its students and staff. A UK-enhanced DBS or equivalent police check is a pre-requisite for all appointments.