Head of Health & Safety and Security Strategy

This is an exciting and rewarding role at an ambitious, leading London university, which is well known for its progressive approach to education.

Through our visionary Town House Strategy, we are transforming students' education by embedding the future skills sought after by businesses and professional organisations across our curriculum.

You will be responsible for managing our health and safety management systems and promoting a safe and secure workplace. You will be a persuasive communicator who will develop and maintain our health and safety standards and policies; provide advice and guidance on statutory requirements, legislation and regulations; and proactively promote best practice. You will also prepare and present reports and design and deliver effective health and safety training.

The Person

We are seeking a Head of Health and Safety and Security Strategy who is committed to helping us deliver our Values of inclusivity, innovation; ambition; and enterprise.

You will be an experienced health and safety professional, with the technical knowledge and interpersonal skills to deliver effective health and safety across our four campuses. You will be proactive and enthusiastic, with the ability to maintain effective working relationships whilst ensuring compliance.

You will be a Chartered member of IOSH or equivalent and will have experience of UK health and safety best practice and legislation along with relevant practical experience in managing health and safety in the workplace. 

Directorate/Function

Reporting to the University Secretary, who is a member of the University’s Senior Leadership Team, this role resides within the Directorate for Corporate Services, which is responsible for the delivery of several key compliance and support services across the University. This currently comprises teams that lead on Governance and Compliance; Information Governance; Legal Services; Brand, Communications and Public Affairs; Health, Safety and Security Strategy; Risk, Business Continuity and Insurance; and Executive Support.

Further information

This is a full time, permanent position with a starting salary of £58,687.00 per annum.

Interviews are expected to be held on Friday 27 September 2024.

For informal enquiries, please contact Adrian Parry, University Secretary.

Bring your true self, expertise, and passion to Kingston where we are continuing to strive to build a university where authentic inclusion and belonging is at its heart. Every one of our staff and students’ identities, backgrounds and diverse experiences makes us who we are - so harness and embrace yours by applying today. We welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities and those with disabilities.

We are a place-based organisation, proud of our location in Kingston and the civic role we play in our community. Our campuses inspire collaborative, innovative and creative communities. Being present on campus is important to us because it helps us to create a sense of belonging for both our staff and students. Therefore, staff are expected to be on campus for the majority of their working week.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Where required, this may include entry clearance or continued leave to remain under the Points Based Immigration Scheme. 

To apply click on ‘Apply Now’. If, for accessibility reasons, you need to apply in an alternative format, please email jobs@kingston.ac.uk or call the HR Shared Services team on 020 8417 3118.