Health & Safety Officer

Job description / Role

Job Description

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.

Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in any subject & IOSH certificate
• Course in risk assessment and hazard analysis
• Accredited first aider and firefighter
• Knowledge of ADPHC's electronic OSH reporting system
• Minimum 2+ years of health and safety experience

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.

About the Company

GEMS Education is a pioneering education company with an international network of award winning K-12 schools. Over the past 55 years GEMS has grown from one school to being a truly global company with one incredible mission – to make quality education available to every student. Over 20,000 education professionals unlock the potential of over 250,000 students across 14 countries each and every day, preparing children of all ages for real world success.