Job Introduction
Travel requirements (if applicable): Regular UK travel will be required
Here at BPP Education Group, we have a dedicated Facilities & Customer Services team who work tirelessly to ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of every BPP Centre. Whilst their key function is to safeguard all premises, they also strive to deliver a first-class customer service to our clients, students and colleagues alike.
As BPP continues to grow, we have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced, diligent and personable individual to join the team as a Health, Safety & Business Continuity Officer. This is a dynamic role that calls on a wide range of skills, and demands great people skills. The ability to prioritise and work well under pressure is essential, as is a keen attention to detail.
What if you read the description and don't meet every single requirement? We encourage you to apply anyway - we value diverse backgrounds and are committed to inclusivity!
Why work for BPP Education Group?
It is a great time to join BPP Education Group as we have enjoyed a sustained period of growth, offering a wealth of opportunities to our staff, students and clients. There are many more great reasons to join BPP Education Group such as:
- Brilliantly, you can study any of BPP’s courses for free – be it a professional qualification or full degree.
- With hybrid working available, you’ll be able to split your time between one of our centres and wherever you choose to call home.
- We also provide a generous annual leave entitlement of 30 days, and there’s a rewards package that includes retail discounts and much more.
Other key benefits include our Group Personal Pension Plan, dedicated private healthcare and dental plans that offer additional assurance to look after you and your family
What you’ll be doing
- Provide expert guidance on health & safety legislation, develop and maintain site-wide policies, and lead audits, training, and compliance initiatives.
- Drive a proactive safety culture through staff engagement, accurate record-keeping, and collaboration with external agencies and regulators.
- Support strategic planning and continuous improvement in health, safety, and environmental practices.
- Implement and maintain the Business Continuity Management System (BCMS) in line with ISO 22301, including risk assessments, BCP development, and crisis response.
- Lead and support business continuity exercises, maintain documentation, and ensure departmental readiness.
- Analyse Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions data to support BPP’s net zero commitment, and identify opportunities for environmental improvement.
- Coordinate sustainability projects, conduct environmental audits, and integrate eco-conscious practices into operations.
- Centralise reporting on environmental initiatives and lead awareness campaigns to promote sustainability across the organisation.
What we’re looking for
- Significant experience in health and safety roles, with exposure to business continuity and environmental initiatives.
- Strong knowledge of UK health and safety legislation
- NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent (or be prepared to obtain upon hire).
- Excellent communication, training, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Strong organisational and project management abilities
Desirable:
- Experience of working to ISO 22301 principles.
- Experience in the education or professional services sector.
- Familiarity with environmental reporting frameworks and sustainability practices.
Please note that the successful candidate will be required to undergo certain checks such as DBS
BPP Education Group are proud to be a Disability Confident employer so if you need any reasonable adjustments for the interview process, please just let us know!
BPP Education Group actively promotes equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential, and welcomes applications from a wide range of candidates. BPP will select candidates for interview based on their skills, qualifications and experience. Please note that for those posts that are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a DBS check in addition to BPP undertaking any necessary online searches. This is deemed appropriate and necessary from a safeguarding perspective, and in line with BPP’s safer recruitment practices