Running a school comes with more than just bell times and lesson plans—it also involves ensuring the environment is safe, legally sound, and calmly managed. This Health and Safety in School Management course takes you beyond fire drills and slippery floors, diving into the policies, responsibilities, and frameworks that protect pupils, staff, and visitors.
Whether you're overseeing a primary school, secondary academy, or independent institution, this course introduces essential safety protocols and risk assessment knowledge tailored to educational settings. Designed for convenience and flexibility, the entire course is delivered online, helping school professionals brush up on legislation, hazard control, and health-focused leadership without rearranging their timetable. Explore the course via Training Express or enrol easily on Eventbrite.
Learning Outcomes
- Understand school-specific health and safety responsibilities and policies
- Learn how to carry out effective risk assessments in education settings
- Recognise common hazards and how to manage them efficiently
- Understand roles of staff and governors in maintaining safety culture
- Gain awareness of legal obligations and reporting requirements
- Learn how to implement a school-wide safety management plan
Who is this Course For
- Headteachers managing school-wide safety and policy implementation
- Deputy heads overseeing day-to-day school operations and safety measures
- School governors responsible for health and safety oversight
- SENCOs managing risk for students with additional needs
- Office managers handling school reporting and documentation
- Site supervisors coordinating facilities and safe environments
- Teachers involved in trip planning or risk-led activities
- Education administrators reviewing school compliance procedures
Career Path
- School Health & Safety Officer – £28,000 average annual salary
- Education Welfare Officer – £26,000 average UK salary
- Facilities Manager (School Sector) – £32,000 per year on average
- School Operations Manager – £34,000 average annual wage
- Safeguarding and Risk Officer (Education) – £30,000 average salary
- Education Administrator (Health & Safety Focused) – £25,000 per year
