Position: Compliance Manager
Location: Bicester
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Start Date: Immediate Start Available
Compliance Manager Role in a Primary School
A welcoming Primary School in Bicester is seeking to appoint an experienced and detail-focused Compliance Manager to oversee statutory compliance, risk management, and operational procedures across the school site. This is an excellent opportunity for a compliance professional to play a vital role in maintaining a safe, secure, and legally compliant environment for pupils, staff, and visitors.
The school is committed to providing an exceptional learning environment and places significant importance on safeguarding, health and safety, and effective governance. The successful candidate will work closely with the Senior Leadership Team to ensure all compliance requirements are effectively managed and continuously improved.
About the Role
The successful candidate will take responsibility for monitoring and maintaining compliance across key areas including health and safety, premises management, safeguarding procedures, risk assessments, audits, and statutory inspections.
You will ensure policies and procedures remain up to date, coordinate compliance checks, maintain accurate records, and support staff in meeting regulatory requirements. The role requires excellent attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, contractors, and external agencies.
You will also contribute to improving operational systems, supporting audits, reviewing procedures, and ensuring the school continues to meet the highest standards of compliance and safety.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee statutory compliance across the school
Maintain accurate compliance records, reports, and documentation
Coordinate health and safety checks, inspections, and audits
Support risk assessment processes and policy reviews
Monitor contractor compliance and certification
Ensure fire safety, premises, and safeguarding procedures are maintained
Support preparation for external inspections and regulatory visits
Provide guidance to staff on compliance requirements
The School Environment
This Primary School in Bicester offers a supportive and inclusive environment where pupils are encouraged to learn, develop, and achieve their potential. The school community is committed to providing a safe and nurturing setting where high standards are maintained across all areas of school life.
The successful candidate will join a dedicated team working collaboratively to ensure the smooth and effective running of the school. Leadership is committed to continuous improvement and values colleagues who bring expertise, initiative, and a proactive approach.
Candidate Requirements
Essential Requirements
Experience working in compliance, health and safety, estates, or operational management
Strong knowledge of statutory requirements and regulatory procedures
Excellent organisational and record-keeping skills
Ability to manage audits, inspections, and compliance processes
Strong communication and problem-solving abilities
Desirable
Experience working within a school or education environment
Health and Safety qualifications such as IOSH or NEBOSH
Knowledge of safeguarding and education compliance requirements
Experience supporting policy development and risk management
How to Apply
If you are interested in this Compliance Manager role at a Primary School in Bicester, please submit your CV as soon as possible.
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