Health And Safety Manager in Edinburgh

Lead safety with purpose — help shape environments where care and quality go hand in hand.

We are a leading specialist organisation providing outstanding care and education for children and adults with autism, learning disabilities, and complex needs. As the organisation continues to grow, we’re seeking a passionate and experienced Health and Safety Manager to lead the H&S strategy, ensure compliance, and embed a culture of safety and wellbeing across all services.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and implement a robust health and safety strategy across multiple care and education settings.
• Champion a positive safety culture, fostering accountability and continuous improvement.
• Ensure full legislative compliance and promote best-practice safety initiatives across operations.
• Develop, monitor, and report on H&S performance metrics to drive proactive improvement.
• Support staff, contractors, and management teams to work safely and efficiently.
• Conduct audits, risk assessments, and investigations, identifying and mitigating hazards.
• Deliver health and safety training, coaching, and practical support to empower teams.
• Collaborate with senior leaders to embed safety excellence in all aspects of service delivery.

What We’re Looking For

• NEBOSH or IOSH qualification (essential).
• Full UK driving licence (travel required between sites).
• Proven experience in health and safety management within care, education, or social care settings.
• Strong working knowledge of UK health and safety legislation and risk management frameworks.
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence, lead, and inspire teams.
• Strategic yet hands-on approach, with a passion for creating safe, inclusive environments.

What’s on Offer

• The opportunity to make a real impact in a rewarding, purpose-led sector.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• The chance to shape safety culture across a growing organisation.
• Competitive salary, mileage allowance, and benefits package.

If you’re an experienced Health & Safety professional looking to apply your expertise in a values-driven, person-centred organisation, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and help create safer, stronger environments for those who need it most.