Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Health & Safety Manager (North)
Reports to: Health & Safety Director - Europe
Type of role: Field based ideally North England
Salary: Up to £45,000 plus company car
About the role
The safety and safeguarding of our children are our top priority and you will be part of the team that supports our Centres, staff, and wider organisation to achieve health & safety excellence in line with our Core Values.
Reporting to the Health & Safety Director, you will lead a regional team of Health & Safety Partners and assist with the development of the Health & Safety Management System and the implementation of the Health & Safety Development Plan.
Your role will be to ensure the Health & Safety Team meets operational targets and objectives and contributes to the development of the organisation’s health & safety culture.
About Busy Bees and our culture
Established in 1983 we are now not only the largest but also the leading provider of childcare in the UK and the fourth largest provider in the world with almost 1000 Centre's globally in 10 countries!
Working at Busy Bees offers several benefits, including competitive pay, flexible scheduling, opportunities for professional development and advancement. We also offer a supportive and collaborative work environment where you can learn from experienced colleagues and make meaningful connections here.
About the Benefits
- Sector leading Family Leave.
- Big Benefits. Dedicated 24/7 employee benefits platform.
- Childcare discounts.
- 33 days holiday including bank holidays and your birthday off
- Health and Wellbeing - Employee Assistance Programme and our Peppy and Mental Health Apps.
- Further Training and development.
Responsibilities
- Ensure HSPs provide advice to protect children, staff, and visitors from harm.
- Implement health & safety and food safety policies and procedures across the organisation.
- Support HSPs in investigating serious incidents, identifying causes, and embedding lessons learned.
- Notify the Health & Safety Executive of all reportable accidents and incidents.
- Lead by example, inspire high standards, and report unsafe practices.
- Handle sensitive information discreetly and comply with data protection laws.
- Advise on food and health & safety legal requirements and best practices.
- Manage and support HSPs in their duties and development.
- Plan Centre allocations and ensure health & safety cover during absences.
- Keep the HSD informed of significant incidents and risks.
- Liaise with Centres and external parties on health and safety issues.
- Collaborate with NSC teams and participate in improvement projects.
- Assist in reviewing new site designs for health & safety risks and recommendations.
- Support Centres and HSPs in safety communications to parents and stakeholders.
- Deputise for the HSD when needed.
- Implement and audit the Health & Safety Management System to maintain our ISO 45001 accreditation.
- Stay updated on changes in legislation and best practice, sharing with the team.
- Manage and report on the health & safety audit programme, ensuring actions are completed.
- Liaise with external stakeholders to improve safety standards.
- Monitor data and trends from incidents and provide improvement recommendations.
- Train and support senior staff in managing safety, health, and food safety risks.
- Promote good practices and deliver occupational safety training.
- Assist in developing robust health, food, and fire safety systems and work with departments on continuous health & safety improvements.
- Share and embed learning from accidents and incidents.
- Ensure effective internal and external health & safety communications.
Knowledge & Experience
- NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent and at least working towards a diploma level occupational health and safety qualification.
- You will be a member of IOSH or CIEH.
- Minimum 5 years in a health & safety role.
- A management qualification is desirable and experience managing a team is essential.
- Knowledge of UK safety and health legislation, especially in childcare or education.
- Experience of implementing health & safety management systems and risk management.
- Practical experience of developing policies and procedures.
- Strong communication, investigative, and decision-making skills.
- Valid UK driving license.
Join us to maintain the highest standards of care and safety in our Centres. Apply today!